Downtown Redwood City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Redwood City
Popular places to visit

Fox Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Fox Theatre during your stay in Redwood City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Golden Gate Bridge
One of the most iconic bridges in the world, walk the 2.7-kilometre marvel of engineering for the best views over the bay and the ocean beyond, fog permitting.

Pier 39
This waterfront location has a mix of thrilling rides and lively street entertainment, but watching the sea lions hanging out in the bay wins the day!

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.

Golden Gate Park
Enjoy the tranquil beauty of this beloved park in this oasis of calm away from the bustle of the city, yet right in San Francisco’s backyard.

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

Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson

SUV Tour To Silicon Valley Including Stanford Walking Tour

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Our pick of the best Downtown Redwood City Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
The staff was Amazing, and the room was clean with a very comfortable bed
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Love this place and location. Cookies are delicious
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
The room is clean and front desk is friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Quiet & clean
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Clean room and attentive staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Redwood City

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 Lucky Strike San Francisco, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.

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.

