Shafter Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Shafter
Stay near popular Shafter attractions
Things to do

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

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)
Top hotels in Shafter

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

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"I had a great experience and would recommend."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great rooms, great price!"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Our room was clean and cozy, with an amazing view. The concierge Pacifico is absolutely amazing. We enjoyed our stay. The location cannot be beat either."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
"Such a great hotel. They preserve history yet very clean. Staff are awesome"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Where to stay in Shafter

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.


















