Lakeshore
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.
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers all the fun of a traditional pier with rides, street performances and entertainment courtesy of a colony of resident sea lions!
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This wonderful park is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Come here to relax, enjoy the scenery, breathe in the air and watch the wildlife.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Top hotels in Lakeshore
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Have stayed here before and I will continue coming back here when in San Francisco because of the location, the quality of the amenities, kindness of the staff, and the overall experience. HIGG is awesome!
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
It was good hotel was nice staff was nice
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Spotty curtains (replace), mold in refrigerator cabinet, no duvet cover....just loose sheets.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Amazing corner room on the 10th floor of the tower. My daughters and wife and I had the best visit and we think this is the best hotel in SF! Great staff and so beautiful and full of history.
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Staff was great, loved the location, lots of parking nearby and room very clean
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeshore
Sunset District
Travelers choose Sunset District for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station or Judah St & 34th Ave Stop and check out top sights like Ocean Beach.
Excelsior
While Excelsior isn't home to many top sights, Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Gate
While you're in Golden Gate, take in top sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden, and hop on the metro to see more 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.
Bernal Heights
Appreciated for its bars and architecture, you might consider exploring Bernal Heights. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Esmeralda Slide Park, and jump on the metro at 30th St & Dolores St Stop or San Jose Ave & Randall St Stop to get around the city.
Mission District
Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like San Francisco Public Library.
