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.
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 shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Alcatraz Island
Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.
Things to do
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour
Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline
Central San Mateo Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
The ac was good. Breakfast was ok.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Everyone was so nice. Thank you
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Very satisfied with stay
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Lovely hotel in a great location for the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39 the Cable Cars and Lombard street.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Great
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Clean rooms, affordable rates! Friendly and accommodating staff!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 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.
Glen Park
When in Glen Park and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like San Francisco Public Library or Castro Street and hop on the metro to see more the city at Glen Park Station or Church St & 30th St Stop.
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 San Francisco Public Library.
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 Chase Center 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.
Central San Mateo, CA
- Stanford University
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Moscone Convention Center
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Chase Center
- Oracle Park
- Googleplex
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Stanford University Medical Center
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Oakland Arena
- University of San Francisco
- San Francisco State University
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Ocean Beach
- Embarcadero Center
- Silicon Valley
- Berkeley Marina
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- UCSF Medical Center
