East San Mateo Travel Guide
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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
Enjoy the street entertainment, the souvenir shops and the rides at this waterside attraction, where you can see sea lions playing.
Golden Gate Bridge
Arguably the most famous and enduring icon of San Francisco which you can drive along or even explore on foot.
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.
Golden Gate Park
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere among the trees and wildlife here at San Francisco's much-loved park.
Top hotels in East San Mateo
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Beautiful grounds and lovely room.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great staff
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Decent coffee and baked goods at breakfast. For some reason, my room wasn't cleaned unless I asked specifically.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Queen Bed was comfy and pillows were really nice. Very clean room. Only negative was the size of the room.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
Great room and low street noise since our room was not face street, with comp water in the room. Free coffee & tea in the restaurant, though since small staff priority is understandably to the paid clients, after 15 minutes to wait to refill cafinated coffee, we end up leaving and going ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 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. 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.
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
