Lafayette is a family-friendly city in the San Francisco Bay Area between Berkeley and Walnut Creek with exceptional schools. The city is highly walkable and bikeable, with convenient freeway access and a BART station. Enjoy dining at top-rated dining establishments, hike through the East Bay Parks, and enjoy local art exhibits, festivals, and concerts in the thriving cultural scene. San Francisco is less than an hour’s drive away or 30 minutes on the BART, making it easy to enjoy all the excitement of one of the world’s greatest cities. Explore the Victorian neighborhoods, take the cable car, or spend the day taking advantage of incredible shopping and museums. Lafayette is the perfect location to enjoy the peace of a small town without venturing too far from big city amenities and activities.