Fair Oaks Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Pier 39
This waterfront location has a mix of thrilling rides and lively street entertainment, but watching the sea lions hanging out in the bay wins the day!
Golden Gate Bridge
One of the most iconic bridges in the world, walk the 2.7-kilometre marvel of engineering for the best views over the bay and the ocean beyond, fog permitting.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
Enjoy the tranquil beauty of this beloved park in this oasis of calm away from the bustle of the city, yet right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Alcatraz Island
Take a trip to “The Rock”, home to the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned its reputation as a bleak and unforgiving place.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Fair Oaks Hotel Deals
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Clean comfortable room. Awesome buffet and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Breakfast menu was limited but fresh. The dinner menu was robust and the quality was very good. Cocktails and wine selection were very good. The room was very clean, but the soap dispensers were inoperable. And some of the electric outlets didn’t work. The air conditioner was very efficient. The ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
You have to pay wayyyyyy in the back unless you're lucky. Rooms are basic and run down...some windows missing, people looking disheveled. Felt a little unsafe. Found a spider in my bed.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Room had a great view, large size, and very clean. Restaurant in the same parking lot so we could walk to eat. We walked the dock area for sunset and it was amazing
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
The airport shuttle was supposed to run every 30 min, but did not come for more than 45 minutes. Only one person was dealing at the front desk, and it took long to complete check-in.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Airport shuttle was fine. Loved coming into lobby with smell of warm cookies. Very nice greeting. Room was clean. Reception was efficient and friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fair Oaks
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
