Lakes and Birds Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops 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.
Top hotels in Lakes and Birds
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
"The rooms feel a bit dated but everything was clean. Breakfasts downstairs and on the patio were very pleasant."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"El cuarto muy limpio y amplio disfruté mucho de ese lugar."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
"Pros: - The bed was comfortable - breakfast was included - security for the parking lot - location Cons - Front desk lady when we entered did not greet or acknowledge at all until we initiated - found 2 cockroaches in the drawer with the microwave"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
"The room was spacious and clean, good air conditioning, nice view, specially at sunrise, good location, the staff very professional, helpful and friendly. Definitely recommended."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
"Shuttle left 10 minutes early so waited 25 minutes for next one. No instructions for exiting with car at gate. Had to go back to counter. Very good service from Jesus in restaurant...we had limited time and he hustled our food to us."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
"Hotel is very good 👍 room is very nice and good view too"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakes and Birds
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.
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
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.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.
