Central San Mateo
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
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.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center 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
Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour
Top hotels in Central San Mateo
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Breakfast was everything you need, room very comfortable, included bottles of water, hair dryer. Walkable to wharf. Very easy checkin and checkout. Loved the 12pm checkout and ability to leave luggage at front desk as well as parking goes until 4pm. Everything we needed! Courteous staff!
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Everything Overall
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Enjoyed our stay, the room, and the holiday decorations. The welcome from the staff was what one would hope for, but seldom get. Truly nice and caring people from valet, luggage handlers, bartender, and waiter. These people made our stay wonderful and memorable.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Good parking, nice staff, clean room
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
The Customer Service I received from Vagish, Itai, Alexis, and all other staff was phenomenal!! The room and hotel was immaculate and very clean. I will definitely be returning! Five Star Service !!
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
El cuarto muy limpio solo que el sofá cama está terriblemente incómodo se sienten los alambres. El cuarto muy limpio
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central San Mateo
Excelsior
While Excelsior isn't home to many top sights, Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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
Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like SOMA Pilipinas.
South of Market
Oracle Park and Chase Center are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.
South Park
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in South Park. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are major draws. Catch the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more of the city.
