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California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

￥8,940
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco City Lights Cruise

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

￥9,427
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Official Alcatraz Island Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages

Official Alcatraz Inside Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages

￥13,978
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Official Alcatraz Inside Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages
Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

￥7,802
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

￥3,251
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
San Francisco RocketBoat High-Speed Bay Adventure

San Francisco RocketBoat High-Speed Bay Adventure

￥5,851
per adult
San Francisco RocketBoat High-Speed Bay Adventure
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

￥20,318
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
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Leo J. Ryan Park

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Overlooking Foster City's Central Lake, Leo J. Ryan Park offers 20 acres of waterfront beauty and recreation. Visitors can paddle boat on the lagoon, enjoy the amphitheater, or relax in the scenic gazebo.
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Town Center

Though Town Center might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mariners Point Golf Center and San Mateo County Event Center.

Vintage Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vintage Park and surrounding area, you can visit Mariners Point Golf Center and San Mateo County Event Center.

Pilgrim - Triton

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pilgrim - Triton and surrounding area, you can visit Mariners Point Golf Center and San Mateo County Event Center.

Chess

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chess and surrounding area, you can visit Mariners Point Golf Center and San Mateo County Event Center.

Lincoln

Lincoln might not have many top sights, but Mariners Point Golf Center and San Mateo County Event Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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San Mateo

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Belmont

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Redwood City

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Frequently asked questions

Is Foster City worth visiting?
With a blend of watersports and cycling, there are many things to do in Foster City. While you're here, head to Peninsula Museum of Art, a top attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Foster City?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Lakeshore Park Beach. Then, tour other parts of Foster City for a quick bite and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Foster City?
Peninsula Museum of Art is rated the top tourist attraction near Foster City, so don't leave without checking it out.
Is three days enough to stay in Foster City?
With a three-day vacation in Foster City, you'll easily be able to explore the area's many awesome sights, such as Peninsula Museum of Art and Lakeshore Park Beach.
Is Foster City a walkable neighborhood?
You'll find Foster City easy to navigate on foot, with top sights like Peninsula Museum of Art and Lakeshore Park Beach just a short walk away. Well-known neighborhoods like East San Mateo and Shoreview are also located only 2 kilometers and 3 kilometers from the center of Foster City, so you can easily extend your adventure — no car required.
What are some activities to do in Foster City with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities takes your trip to the next level. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Foster City with kids.

What to do in Foster City for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or thrill seeker, there are loads of things to do in Foster City for adults including Oceanic Foot Spa.
Are there free things to do in Foster City?
One of the top free things to do in Foster City is Lakeshore Park Beach. You can also walk over to nearby neighborhoods and enjoy parks and other green spaces in the area. If you're looking for more ideas, just speak with a local tour guide.