Piedmont Pines Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Piedmont Pines
Popular places to visit
Joaquin Miller Park
Explore the great outdoors at Joaquin Miller Park, a lovely green space in Oakland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco RocketBoat High-Speed Bay Adventure
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Top hotels in Piedmont Pines
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Every thing was great
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Pool side not used. Parking expensive but secure
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The place looks way nicer online than in person. The rooms were outdated especially for how much they are. They are close to Pier 39 and attractions which was a plus
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Yes gym was great.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Just a quick overnight stay. Room was simple and clean. Staff were friendly. Great location.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Always a great option near the harbor. Affordable, no frills and a decent restaurant
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Piedmont Pines
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.
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 Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
Rockridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Rockridge, and hop on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Shafter
While you're in Shafter, take in top sights like Temescal Farmers' Market and jump on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the city.
