Lakeshore Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lakeshore
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 Zoo
Catch an exciting train through the Australian outback, watch giraffes eat their dinner and see majestic African elephants at this family-friendly zoo.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park
Our pick of the best Lakeshore Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Rooms are small for a suite and the I w
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
the website said there was a shuttle at the airport, called to find out they hadn't had one in years. Also the door to the bathroom goes off the track and gets stuck and is very heavy to move. Scary if you cant open the door and get stuck.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Great coffee station and lounge. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The check-in staff was so amazing. I didn't get the person's name but she was so kind and helpful. The room though was a let down. Everywhere in the hotel it felt like corners were being cut to save pennies. The bath towel was about a third smaller than a normal bath towel and as nearly see through. ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean and quiet
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Conveniently located to public transportation. Friendly, informative staff especially Ryan at the front desk. He helped us at check-in and check-out. Great service each time.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeshore
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden 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.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mountain View Cemetery and Children's Fairyland.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
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.
