Lakes and Birds Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Enjoy shopping, dining, scenic waterfront walks and a slice of American literary history at this portside square where Jack London spent his childhood.
University of California, Berkeley
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Catch an exciting train through the Australian outback, watch giraffes eat their dinner and see majestic African elephants at this family-friendly zoo.
Activities
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
Our pick of the best Lakes and Birds Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
The Dylan at SFO
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
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Maple Tree Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Lakes and Birds
Fruitvale
While you're in Fruitvale, take in top sights like Côte West and jump on the metro at Fruitvale Station to see more of the city.
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Uptown Oakland
Well liked for its live music and architecture, Uptown Oakland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Paramount Theatre and Fox Theater, and jump on the metro at 19th St Station to get around the city.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Temescal Farmers' Market and Mountain View Cemetery.
Lakes and Birds Travel Guide
- Stanford University
- Tesla Motors
- Santana Row Shopping Center
- Googleplex
- Winchester Mystery House
- Santa Clara University
- Santa Clara Convention Center
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Oakland Arena
- Yahoo Headquarters
- Oakland Zoo
- Facebook Campus
- Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall
- Computer History Museum
- Twin Creeks Sports Complex
