Central San Mateo, CA
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Popular places to visit

Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.

Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.

Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Things to do

Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour

Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour

Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline

Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach

San Francisco: The Art of Crabbing in the Bay Area
Central San Mateo Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room comfortable bed and the breakfast buffet were great. It’s the holiday so it’s very busy and noisy. The walls are so thin that you can hear everything and it distrusted our sleep. And the people upstairs were stumping their feet. Good thing we were only there for 1 night.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Good spacious room. Very clean . Staff was very courteous. We had wonderful stay at Hilton Financial district SFO.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
It is a beautiful place to visit around the holidays, for he was a bit busy but still enjoyed our stay and the galleries inside, the Tonga Room, customer service was excellent and very kind From the lady checking us in to the valet , everyone was very helpful and cordial They make you feel like a ...
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Great staff, great location, clean rooms
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Terrific
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Excellent room. Fine staff. Great location - walking distance to the Piers and Ferry building.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Central San Mateo

Excelsior
While Excelsior isn't home to many top sights, Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.

Mission District
Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like SOMA Pilipinas.

Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lefty O'Doul Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.

South of Market
Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.

South Park
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in South Park. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Yerba Buena Ice Skating Center are major draws. Catch the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more of the city.





