Lakeshore Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Lakeshore
Stay near popular Lakeshore attractions
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco City Lights Cruise
San Francisco SkyStar Wheel - Private Gondolas
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Lakeshore
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Love the RIU, the breakfast is fabulous and the staff is very attentive!!"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"great location"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
"Staff throughout my entire stay was incredible. The hotel and my room was very clean, cute, and comfortable. I would absolutely stay again!"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
"My stay here was enjoyable. It is not the most modern hotel but the ambiance was pleasant. It’s right on the marina and the area around was nice. Rooms were clean and well maintained, just a bit outdated. The staff were kind and helpful. They also give out fresh baked cookies included with your stay. ..."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Where to stay in Lakeshore
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
