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.
Olympic Club
Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Olympic Club. Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit 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.
Harding Park Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Harding Park Golf Course. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries 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 seaside or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Top hotels in Lakeshore

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was clean and the staff were wonderful.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Location close to lots of entertainment and sight seeing, complimentary breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Awesome historical hotel centrally located just steps away from Union Square and Powell St. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. Tne rooms comfortable and spacious. The only disadvantage is that the hotel doesn’t have a restaurant or coffee shop. There is a little smell throughout the property. ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
it was coo
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
Great space, very clean, and convenient location. Service was wonderful, with breakfast, and a gym.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeshore

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.

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.

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.

Presidio
If you're spending some time in Presidio, Crissy Field and Walt Disney Family Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Mrs. Doubtfire House and Van Ness Avenue. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

