Golden Gate Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Golden Gate
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco: Best City Highlights Tour Open Air Van Small Group
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Top hotels in Golden Gate
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Excellent location; breakfast every morning was great"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"The staff was outstanding, housekeeping was thorough and the concierge lady Judi was so helpful she made our trip a real pleasure."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"The stunning view and lobby is what I like most! Plus the cleanliness and space of the rooms makes the stay worthwhile. Very walkable spot going to stations.. Glad we are able to stay! We will dome back!"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
"Great hotel nice and clean and so close to the wharf"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Great location! Walking distance to everything from Chinatown to North Beach to the Ferry Building. Staff was nice and friendly. They were stripping the floors in the main entrance, which caused some traffic coming and going and loud noise. Seemed like odd timing knowing they had increased traffic ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Golden Gate
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail 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 Berkeley Repertory Theater 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 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.
