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.

Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers all the fun of a traditional pier with rides, street performances and entertainment courtesy of a colony of resident sea lions!

Golden Gate Park
This wonderful park is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Come here to relax, enjoy the scenery, breathe in the air and watch the wildlife.

Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.

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

Woodside: Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket

2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Top hotels in East San Mateo

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hidden fee is too high
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
I think that a valet service would have been great. With parking at 49/night plus tax and an odd flow of traffic in and out of the front of the hotel it would has been very helpful
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Elevators could be renovated, nothing major
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Tv didn't work Wifi required me to drop my PCs firewall Curtain rod fell off Hangar hook came off Surprising but still my favorite value hotel in NY and SF
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
The Handlery has maintained some of the original character of the hotel while updating for modern convenience. The staff are polite, helpful, and very accommodating. The rooms are comfortable and quiet, and the convenience and proximity to downtown and restaurants makes it very walkable inconvenient. ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
Can't wait to comeback!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East San Mateo

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 Lefty O'Doul Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.

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.
