Southgate
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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
Top hotels in Southgate

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Rooms are clean, staff are friendly, initially issues with the room was rectify quickly and smoothly. Even provided a spare room whilst my original room was being sorted.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
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Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bar has good food. Bed and room were comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
It was the perfect place to celebrate New Year’s Eve! I will do it again and again. The room was excellent. The service was impeccable. The host at the restaurant was so awesome. The food was indescribable. We all loved it. We will definitely go back and stay there again.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Clean and comfortable hotel and a smooth check-in. The shuttle bus to and from the airport was very handy. There isn’t much around the area, but having an IHOP right next to the hotel was convenient. Overall, a pleasant stay.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
Tremendous property. Zoe in the main lobby bar was outstanding. Great service knowledgeable of the local community. Bull Sutton - the concierge - is a legend. So glad we met him and got great recommendations for restaurants. He is a gem and every hotel should have one like him. A star. The bar and ...
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southgate

Fruitvale
While you're in Fruitvale, take in top sights like Côte West and jump on the metro at Fruitvale Station to see more of the city.

San Antonio
While visiting San Antonio, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu.

West Alameda
While visiting West Alameda, you might make a stop by sights like Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum.

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.

Downtown Oakland
Theaters, art galleries, and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

Piedmont Avenue
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Mountain View Cemetery and Grand Lake Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
