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

Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices 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.
Things to do

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour

San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco: 7D Interactive Thrill Ride at PIER 39
Shafter Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
All good
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Wonderful location close to Fishermans Wharf. I was not expecting so many breakfast options - full continental and American breakfast was a plus.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Parking separate fee
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Don't waste my time asking for feedback if you want a plug and not a review.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hidden gem! Very clean. Upgrade to a premium room for nice patios. Pool was very warm in October!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
Beautiful, historic hotel. Interesting clientele. Well-maintained, sanitary. Have stayed here many times.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Shafter

Temescal
While visiting Temescal, you might make a stop by sights like Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats.

Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Telegraph Avenue and Historic Berkeley.

Rockridge
Home to Claremont Country Club, this residential and commercial district boasts over 80 eateries and upscale shops along College Avenue, as well as the Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt Park for outdoor fun. Easily accessible via Rockridge BART Station.

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

Elmwood
If you're spending some time in Elmwood, Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
Shafter, CA
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco State University
- Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
- Oakland Arena
- University of San Francisco
- Ocean Beach
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Berkeley Marina
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Greek Theater
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- UCSF Medical Center
- Ghirardelli Square
