San Mateo County Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular cities in San Mateo County
San Francisco
Known for Chinatown, Theatres and Art
The city with a beautiful bay, famous red bridge and infamous fog welcomes you to enjoy art, history, shopping and outdoor activities.
Reasons to visit
- Oracle Park
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
Half Moon Bay
Known for Dining, Beaches and Sea
Live - Work - Play is the motto of this laidback “SoCal” city. Half Moon Bay is a beach resort where people work to live and not the other way around.
Reasons to visit
- Miramar Beach
- Pillar Point Harbor
- Manhattan Beach
Redwood City
Known for Dining, Business and Shopping
This city hosts many a tech company, but it’s also starting to get a name for culture.
Reasons to visit
- Filoli
- Fox Theatre
- The Foundry
Pacifica
Known for Beaches, Sea and Hiking
Get away to relaxing Pacifica! Enjoy the beaches, seaside and local cuisine.
Reasons to visit
- Rockaway Beach
- Pacifica State Beach
- Pacifica Pier
Pescadero
Known for Family-friendly, Beaches and Camping
Come to romantic Pescadero and enjoy its beaches, camping and dining.
Reasons to visit
- Pigeon Point Lighthouse
- Ano Nuevo State Park
- Butano State Park
Menlo Park
Known for Dining, Shopping and Universities
Experience the cafes, university life and gardens in Menlo Park!
Reasons to visit
- Bedwell Bayfront Park
