Title: Visit Grand Lake: Best of Grand Lake, Oakland Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Grand Lake

## Oakland

![Grand Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2630/b5f58dff-c0f5-490d-95af-741e4bcd1af6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Grand Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532640501/03761e96-cf31-42e9-843b-ad2f9ea9e022.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Grand Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532640501/16c73922-635a-4b8e-a015-bcd3cfb11017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Grand Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532640501/0b5ceaf8-35ba-4d99-8c6a-03ab51b0f62c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Grand Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532640501/9d36e1c4-84b2-47df-bfb5-c4f153b045a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Grand Lake

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Oakland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Oakland.dx601762)

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### Popular places to visit

![Grand Lake Theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532640501/03761e96-cf31-42e9-843b-ad2f9ea9e022.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Grand Lake Theater

You can enjoy a show at Grand Lake Theater on your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Grand-Lake-Theater-Oakland.d553248621532640501.Vacation-Attraction)

![Jack London Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063235/91e61326-ba76-4eed-b745-a225a7a20141.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Jack London Square

4/5(11 reviews)

Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.

[](https://expedia.ca/Jack-London-Square-Jack-London-District.d6063235.Vacation-Attraction)

![University of California, Berkeley](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8059/baa2ee0d-01ba-4941-aef3-3a09f29f31a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### University of California, Berkeley

4.5/5(57 reviews)

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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-California-Oakland.d6069427.Vacation-Attraction)

![Oakland Zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228338/0d282d93-2863-4eb1-be4c-43188955b0e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-Zoo-Sequoyah.d6228338.Vacation-Attraction)

![Greek Theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069433/d865293f-7a69-4a82-bda2-bfd28720a377.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Greek Theater

You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Greek-Theater-Oakland.d6069433.Vacation-Attraction)

![Berkeley Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063227/4247f814-ba95-45ba-9215-016a57f756d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Berkeley Marina

Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Berkeley-Marina-Oakland.d6063227.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219782/8d7a50b5-ebf0-4765-9a8b-20679466b95b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

CA $66

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-francisco-bridge-to-bridge-cruise-90-minutes.a219782.activity-details)

![Golden Gate Bridge at night](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/277363/5cadfa3b-d4bb-4821-ac3a-897e2521df02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Francisco Night Tour

CA $73

per adult

**78%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-francisco-night-tour.a277363.activity-details)

![Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852618/9ca67d35-f762-42ee-ae3e-e17afd90bb6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

CA $190

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alcatraz-visit-with-night-option-and-sf-bay-cruise.a852618.activity-details)

![San Francisco City Lights Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219776/95f2a2ad-387b-435e-99b1-49a9d049006c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

CA $79

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/california-sunset-cruise-2-hours.a219776.activity-details)

![California Academy of Sciences General Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219652/f0bca80b-682f-4287-bac0-eccb47dd5591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

CA $67

per adult

**86%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/california-academy-of-sciences-daytime-admission.a219652.activity-details)

![San Francisco: Lombard St Best City Highlights Open Air Van Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49885200/78ee6e1b-db1a-431f-bf81-6750ac0121b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Francisco: Lombard St Best City Highlights Open Air Van Tour

CA $67

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-francisco-lombard-st-best-city-highlights-open-air-van-tour.a49885200.activity-details)

[See all activities in Oakland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Oakland.d601762.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Grand Lake Hotel Deals

![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA

CA $183

CA $215 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...

9/10 Wonderful! (5,476 reviews)

$35 for breakfast-- outrageous!!

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976481688)

![Handlery Union Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Handlery Union Square Hotel

351 Geary St San Francisco CA

CA $207

CA $244 total

Apr 26 - Apr 27

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (2,955 reviews)

Good

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=6666&PinnedHotelID=6666&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976481688)

![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/75f20517_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

2500 Mason St San Francisco CA

CA $191

CA $282 total

Apr 14 - Apr 15

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...

9/10 Wonderful! (7,359 reviews)

Really lovely stay here! Great location, lovely staff and comfortable rooms. The downsides are that there was a broken hook in our room so we couldn’t hang clothes during our showers, and there was a metal part of the bed sticking out, so when I got out of bed it cut my leg.

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F04%2F2026&endDate=15%2F04%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976481688)

![YOTEL San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19510300/19510249/9a7fa76b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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YOTEL San Francisco

1095 Market St San Francisco CA

CA $112

CA $156 total

Apr 7 - Apr 8

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=19510249&PinnedHotelID=19510249&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976481688)

![Hilton San Francisco Union Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25700/25622/8fb5ec03_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hilton San Francisco Union Square

333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

CA $262

CA $309 total

Apr 4 - Apr 5

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,226 reviews)

For the cost of the breakfast I would have liked to have a bigger spread. The limited menu was not worth the price tag.

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=25622&PinnedHotelID=25622&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976481688)

![Hotel Julian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100370000/100366800/100366713/32a804cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Julian

940 Sutter Street San Francisco CA

CA $131

CA $182 total

Apr 9 - Apr 10

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pier 39 and Oracle Park are located ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (697 reviews)

Listing said breakfast included however they only offered muffins and coffee. They said they did not have eggs and yogurt during our stay.

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=100366713&PinnedHotelID=100366713&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976481688)

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## Check Grand Lake hotel availability

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[Next weekend

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### Other neighbourhoods around Grand Lake

![Aerial boating center on Lake Merritt with Pelican Island in distance with buildings along shore](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976470651/595a9232-b85b-4e65-ad56-85fb0e9681d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Piedmont Avenue

 When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-Piedmont-Avenue.dx553248635976470651)

![Piedmont](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177707/e2802353-ad22-4ae6-aa66-f43aad16c460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-Piedmont.dx177707)

![Sunrise over the San Francisco Bay Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471535/2973e40f-fcdf-4aea-93ba-88756989c400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Temescal

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-Temescal.dx553248635976471535)

![Downtown Oakland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635074843030/ae1e3d96-036d-4c5f-aa96-b361cbbf6678.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Oakland

3/5(9 area reviews)

 Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-Downtown-Oakland.dx553248635074843030)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-Shafter.dx553248635976481321)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### San Antonio

 While visiting San Antonio, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-San-Antonio.dx983641331943837696)

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