Albany Travel Guide
Oakland
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 Albany
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Great 8 day stay The restaurant had great food and drinks right on premise. Fridge went bad and they were 20 minutes switching out. Thankful it made an awesome stay. Staff was exceptional. Stress free stay Thank You IHG"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Great location , nice and big room , the bar is great , good stay !"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
"Parking was great! Cookies and coffee I lobby excellent"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Albany
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater 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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. 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 Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
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.
South Berkeley
While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.
