East San Mateo Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lakeshore Park Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Lakeshore Park Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Mateo. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Top hotels in East San Mateo
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Staff in lobby area were aggressive and pushy"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Great location Very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Found our new "go to" lodging when visiting the city periodically for events, concerts, etc. Central, easy access parking on premise, clean, great city view and reasonably priced for SF! They also have a well run breakfast buffet, plentiful and with good variety. Parking was an additional charge, ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Everything was average I would say for room and amenities. Rooms are a bit outdated. My problem was with the employee that checked us in. She was rude and dismissive, she wouldn't talk to us at all, not even to instruct me on paying for the deposit nor did she explain what the deposit was for. Offered ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"I absolutely loved the bar, they were very kind and friendly, we all had a good laugh"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"It is an older property but is clean and well maintained. The staff was very helpful in holding our large amount of luggage."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East San Mateo
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Museum of Craft & Design 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. SOMA Pilipinas 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.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
