Central San Mateo
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Things to do
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour
Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour
Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Top hotels in Central San Mateo
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
yes food was delicious
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great hotel
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Very good hotel. Love it
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean, great staff. Parking sold out and no vegan options for breakfast, so 4 stars
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Front desk staff are very friendly. We felt very welcome.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central San Mateo
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.
Bernal Heights
Appreciated for its bars and architecture, you might consider exploring Bernal Heights. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Esmeralda Slide Park, and jump on the metro at 30th St & Dolores St Stop or San Jose Ave & Randall St Stop to get around the city.
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 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.
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.
