Central San Mateo
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Central Park
Central Park is just one of the places to see in San Mateo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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.
Golden Gate Park
Sit for a while and relax among the trees, flowers and wildlife in this popular park, right on San Francisco's doorstep.
Golden Gate Bridge
Don’t drive it, walk it. Walking this 2.7 kilometre iconic bridge is a real experience, best appreciated on two legs.
Pier 39
Head to the waterfront for thrilling rides, captivating street performers and plenty of souvenir shops. But the main draw has to be the resident sea lions.
Alcatraz Island
Now a National Park, this rocky island was once home to one of the most feared prisons in the United States.
Things to do
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
SUV Tour To Silicon Valley Including Stanford Walking Tour
Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Top hotels in Central San Mateo
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
It was very nice
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Decent
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great stay
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Super Comfy Hotel in the San Francisco Area
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Traveled with children , it was a fantastic stay right at the heart of Chinatown . We got to experience the culture and the local food places were amazing. Overall we had a wonderful stay
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026
Hotel Julian
We received a room upgrade which put us in a corner unit with little noise. Thank you staff!
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central San Mateo
Bernal Heights
Appreciated for its bars and architecture, you might consider exploring Bernal Heights. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Esmeralda Slide Park, and jump on the metro at 30th St & Dolores St Stop or San Jose Ave & Randall St Stop to get around the city.
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 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.
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.
