Lakeshore Travel Guide
San Francisco
Popular places to visit
San Francisco Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at San Francisco Zoo during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.
San Francisco State University
Enjoy the student vibe at San Francisco State University as part of your travels around San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Stonestown Galleria
During your visit to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Stonestown Galleria. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Olympic Club
Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Olympic Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Fort Funston
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Fort Funston, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Lake Merced
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Merced and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Francisco. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Top hotels in Lakeshore
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean, very friendly staff, easy to navigate, safe
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
I think overall good experience among many hotels options. Convinient location and trust brand.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Room was older, yet clean and the bed was wonderful. Food was excellent and restaurant staff amazing. Oh, the cookies were amazing!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel and room was a it older, but well taken care of. Staff went above and beyond with their friendly welcome and assistance along the way. Continental breakfast felt like we arrived for a reservation, handled with care. Food was above average and was just right to start our day! Thank you, we will ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Good restaurant. Clean room, good airport shuttle service
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Clean room fast check in
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeshore
Excelsior
Though Excelsior may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park.
Golden Gate
If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.
Glen Park
When in Glen Park and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like San Francisco Public Library or Castro Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Glen Park Station or Church St & 30th St Stop.
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. San Francisco Public Library 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.
Western Addition
Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.
