Lakeshore Travel Guide
Oakland

Visit Lakeshore
Stay near popular Lakeshore attractions
Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
Top hotels in Lakeshore

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The room was clean but dark and felt dated. Bathroom needs an upgrade. Could not find a WiFi to use. The buffet breakfast was great with lots of options but it’s very very busy and the line was too long to wait on one of the days."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"Ove"
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Where to stay in Lakeshore

Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Jack London Square or Oakland City Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.

Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.


















