East San Mateo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East San Mateo
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
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 acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments 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.
Activities
Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Silicon Valley Self-Guided App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Our pick of the best East San Mateo Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
$35 for breakfast-- outrageous!!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Really lovely stay here! Great location, lovely staff and comfortable rooms. The downsides are that there was a broken hook in our room so we couldn’t hang clothes during our showers, and there was a metal part of the bed sticking out, so when I got out of bed it cut my leg.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
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Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Felt safe staying here with my family. Parking is expensive but our car was safe and we had peace of mind. There are cheaper parking garages nearby which we were originally going to use, but while there we weren’t convinced they seemed safe. Entire property is clean and comfortable. Beds were also ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
For the cost of the breakfast I would have liked to have a bigger spread. The limited menu was not worth the price tag.
Reviewed on 1 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. 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.
