Why people love visiting captivating Bay Area
Take a holiday to Bay Area and enjoy the area's entertainment, museums and theatre scene. This city's sporting events, restaurants and shopping attract many visitors, as does its cosmopolitan and scenic location. Pier 39 and Santana Row Shopping Center are a couple of places to search for that perfect souvenir. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Bay Area
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Bay Area a fun place to get away to. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Tesla Motors (29.9 mi / 48.1 km)
- Golden Gate Fields (4 mi / 6.5 km)
- Aquarium of the Bay (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Presidio Golf Course (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- Oakland Zoo (9.6 mi / 15.5 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Bay Area
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Bay Area is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- San Francisco Bay (8.4 mi / 13.6 km)
- Golden Gate Park (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- Lake Merritt (2.5 mi / 3.9 km)
- University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Tilden Regional Park (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Brannan Street Wharf (6.1 mi / 9.7 km)
Transport options to and around Bay Area
The nearest airport is in Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), located 9 mi (14.5 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 15.5 mi (25 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Emeryville Station, Oakland-Jack London Square Station and Berkeley Station are the main stations in the area. It's easy to get around Bay Area by jumping on the metro at MacArthur Station, West Oakland Station or 19th St Station.