Lakeshore Travel Guide
Oakland

Visit Lakeshore
Stay near popular Lakeshore attractions
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 Lakeshore

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Great Location - Amazing Breakfast"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Had free parking. Upon leaving we could not exit lot. Car behind us would not back up. Had to go to registration and explain. It was solved but flustered issue."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
"We had a wonderful 2 night stay at the hotel. The location was perfect and right at the heart of union square. Staff were friendly and rooms were very clean. My only suggestion is for brighter lights for the hallways, the low dim lights made you feel a bit uncomfortable and gave an eerie feeling. ..."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"I had an amazing stay other than the parking and garage. The front desk staff was very helpful and accommodating. The view of my room was great overlooking the bay and the city of San Francisco."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Where to stay in Lakeshore

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 Historic Berkeley. 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.

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 DeFremery Park and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.


















