East San Mateo
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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
Sit for a while and relax among the trees, flowers and wildlife in this popular park, right on San Francisco's doorstep.
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.
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
Don’t drive it, walk it. Walking this 2.7 kilometre iconic bridge is a real experience, best appreciated on two legs.
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
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
SUV Tour To Silicon Valley Including Stanford Walking Tour
Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Silicon Valley Self-Guided App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Top hotels in East San Mateo
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Just wish the cafe was open latervtgan 10 pm."
Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"We had 3 rooms, 2 out of the 3 had warped doors, with a good sized gap between the door and the door jam, letting the hallway light and noise in. Also felt like someone could easily kick the door in because of the gap."
Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"The staff were great every single one of them! However the property is very old, squeaky floors, low dimmed lighting. The AC (thermostat) is extremely old and not the most efficient. The shower pressure was very weak. Room was clean and comfortable however, not much views even from the 7th floor. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"We really enjoyed the skybar on the 46th floor. It has a spectacular view of the City of San Francisco on a 360- degree angle ! The room is also bigger compared to other I’ve stayed in SF. The breakfast buffet is great !"
Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"The room was clean. My door to my room almost locked me out and my wife in several times. The hotel is very nice otherwise. My main complaint is that I was double charged for Parking my car on hotel property overnight. So I paid double for parking. When I called the hotel to ask about why they told ..."
Reviewed on 31 May, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Todo estuvo muy bien"
Reviewed on 31 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.
