Central San Mateo Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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

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

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

Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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

Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach

Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour

Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour

Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour
Top hotels in Central San Mateo

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central San Mateo

Excelsior
Though Excelsior may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park.

Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Letterform Archive are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.

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
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. San Francisco Public Library is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.

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 of the city at Mission Rock Station or UCSF/Chase Center Stop.

South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Central San Mateo Travel Guide
Hotels Near Central San Mateo, San Francisco
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