Gold Coast Travel Guide
Oakland

Visit Gold Coast
Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)

San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Gold Coast

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Everyone was helpful from the desk to the restaurant. We enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"We stay here a lot and love the place!!!!"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"This is my go-to hotel whenever I travel to San Francisco. I love the location and how easily accessible it is by public transit. The rooms are spacious and clean. However, I’ve noticed that the front-desk staff can sometimes seem overwhelmed and less responsive to guests’ concerns than they should ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
"Good stay, neat and clean . would love to stay here again."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Gold Coast

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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Community Theater. 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.

Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall 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.

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.


















