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.
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.
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.
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.
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 theatre scene 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
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Dr, Big Sur & Mcway Falls PrivateTour
Pacifica: Photography Studio Session at Rockaway Beach
Top hotels in East San Mateo
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The beds were very comfortable. The breakfast didn't change much each day but what was available was cooked well. The property is in need of attention as it looks tired and grubby in places. The location is reasonably good for exploring San Francisco. It was helpful being able to securely store our ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Took my deposit and I didn’t do anything will never book again I don’t recommend this place.
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Buffet breakfast was very good. Aside from pastries, fruit, and bagels, they had warm pancakes, sausages, eggs and bacon. They were open until 10:30, which is great for those who want to sleep in.
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Good location for walking around town and good rooms. Staff were also good.
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Great location if you need to be downtown. We were there for two nights for a show at Bill Graham and it was great walking to everywhere. Only thing I would have changed is that the “view” that I paid extra for was not viewable from anywhere in the room except the bathroom. Plus the room was quite ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
It was excellent good experience
Reviewed on 13 Apr, 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. 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.
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.
