Lakeside Travel Guide
Oakland
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
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
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
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.
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
Half Day San Francisco City Overview Tour
San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Top hotels in Lakeside
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
We had a thoroughly satisfying stay at Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf. The location is unbeatable—it’s just a quick walk to the Pier and very close to the cable car station. The check-in process was a highlight: parking right at the entrance was easy, and the staff member, Jenny, was incredible. ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Great staff, helpful, quick check in / out. Great location.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The entire staff was phenomenal. They all went above and beyond to make sure my experience was the best possible. I’ve never stayed at a Club Quarters. Now, I will become a regular!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
One of the best breakfast , great amenities, must experience.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Great stay. The breakfast was mediocre and area was not as close to many things. But overall can't complain about the room.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Our stay way great and in the perfect location. Parking was quite pricy but worked out since we did not drive our car during the entire stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
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.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
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 Cathedral of Christ the Light.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
