Redwood City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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This city hosts many a tech company, but it’s also starting to get a name for culture.

Although it sits in Silicon Valley, Redwood City is getting a reputation for more than just the technology business. It’s the home of the Fox and Dragon theatres, which are putting on some great shows. The San Mateo County History Museum is set in a beautiful old building and is very insightful. Edgewood Park Natural Preserve tempts hikers with great views and seasonal wildflowers. The Pulgas Water Temple with its Corinthian columns is an idyllic spot for a picnic or a walk.

Where to stay in Redwood City

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Woodside

You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in Woodside. You might want to make time for a stop at Santa Cruz Mountains or Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve.

Woodside
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Redwood Shores

Travellers come to Redwood Shores for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like San Francisco Bay and Elmar Beach while you're in town.

Redwood Shores
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North Fair Oaks

While there might not be top attractions in North Fair Oaks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Foundry and Fox Theatre.

North Fair Oaks
Redwood City showing a fountain, heritage architecture and an administrative building

Downtown Redwood City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Redwood City, Fox Theatre and San Mateo County History Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Redwood City
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Roosevelt

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Roosevelt and surrounding area, you can visit Fox Theatre and Woodside Central Shopping Center.

Roosevelt
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Oak Knoll - Redwood Park

While Oak Knoll - Redwood Park isn't home to many top sights, Fox Theatre and Woodside Central Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

4 out of 5
223 Twin Dolphin Dr, Redwood City, CA
The price is AU$242 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$242
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Redwood City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"This hotel was pretty nice, our room was clean and it was in a quiet area. The only doenside is parking is 30$ a day, which is outrageous, and they dont comp it."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$376 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$376
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,748 reviews)
Relaxing place!
"We always like staying at the Hyatt Regency at the Embarcadero. Always clean and walking distance to eateries and shops."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$172 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$172
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,889 reviews)
"The staff at the Hotel and the Restaurant were Fantabulous, Excellent. They went above and beyond to meet our needs. The only constructive criticisim its the parking lot maintenance and the hotel carpet seem like it was wrinkle (safety hazard)."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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Coral Reef Inn & Suites

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,760 reviews)
"Everything could use a fresh paint job otherwise kept up nicely."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Standard Queen Room w/Ensuite Bathroom

Standard Queen Room w/Ensuite Bathroom

San Francisco
Stay at this guesthouse in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Oracle Park and Pier 39 are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
Great Value for the City!
"We stayed one night here since we needed to be close to the airport for our ladt night.Centrally located and short walk to China Town and Fishermans Wharf. Cool artwork in the room plus the overall accommodation definitely give a NYC vibe - definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Standard Queen Room w/Ensuite Bathroom
Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara

Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara

4 out of 5
588 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Clara. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santana Row Shopping ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (44 reviews)
"This place is very nice and clean. The rooftop pool is great. Just as others commented, there are codes to remember and the pull out couch is not meant to be slept on. It’s all springs. I booked a place that is supposed to sleep four. I put my two kids on the floor on mats. The sleeper sofa is terrible. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2025

Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
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Popular places to visit

Fox Theatre

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.

Fox Theatre
Marlin Park

Marlin Park

After visiting Marlin Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Redwood City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Marlin Park

Filoli

Find out about the history of Redwood City when you spend time at Filoli. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Filoli

Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center

If Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Redwood City.

Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center

Sequoia Hospital

If Sequoia Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Redwood City.

Sequoia Hospital

Woodside Central Shopping Center

You can enjoy retail therapy at Woodside Central Shopping Center during your stay in Redwood City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Woodside Central Shopping Center

Activities

Filoli House & Garden

Filoli House & Garden

AU$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Filoli House & Garden
Apple Visitor Center in Cupertino

Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private

AU$1,681
per traveller
Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private
From San Francisco: Highway 1 Self-Drive Audio Tour

Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle

AU$46
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Las Vegas -1

Las Vegas, Zion and Bryce Canyon 4 Day Tour from San Francisco

AU$1,243
per adult
Las Vegas, Zion and Bryce Canyon 4 Day Tour from San Francisco
San Francisco Air Tour

San Francisco Air Tour

AU$451
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Air Tour
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour

Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour

AU$54
per traveller
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour
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Reviews of Redwood City

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