Title: South San Mateo Travel Guide: Best of South San Mateo, San Francisco Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in South San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/South-San-Mateo-Hotels.d553248635976474249.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South San Mateo Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-San-Mateo.d553248635976474249.Car-Hire-Guide)[South San Mateo Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-San-Mateo.d553248635976474249.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South San Mateo Travel Guide ## San Francisco ![South San Mateo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6653/aa50ff6d-7550-480d-8750-05467003745e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South San Mateo Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Francisco travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco.dx178305) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Oracle Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063199/e9ded285-60f9-45a6-bde5-7fd5c5f20eea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oracle Park 4.5/5(24 reviews) Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oracle-Park-Downtown-San-Francisco.d6063199.Attraction) ![Golden Gate Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508803/7f3a8683-169a-4f91-9706-80b0485198d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Gate Bridge 4.5/5(364 reviews) Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Gate-Bridge-San-Francisco.d508803.Attraction) ![Golden Gate Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507464/52822685-2982-4242-a264-5feb076f1b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Gate Park 4.5/5(323 reviews) This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Gate-Park-Golden-Gate.d507464.Attraction) ![yerba buena gardens complex](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502553/b8bd040b-086b-4e6e-963b-c1bf398cf87f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moscone Convention Center 4/5(13 reviews) During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Moscone-Convention-Center-Downtown-San-Francisco.d502553.Attraction) ![Pier 39](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502576/0539d24a-33b1-4635-8e45-7397bf716773.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pier 39 4/5(364 reviews) This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pier-39-Fishermans-Wharf.d502576.Attraction) ![Alcatraz Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502554/4d59a35c-ed7e-4b54-b5f7-09ac7df7975b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island 5/5(249 reviews) Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alcatraz-Island-San-Francisco.d502554.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private Walking Tour in Stanford University ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46749478/62859780-e196-4c1f-8ba7-a221f671a6bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour £4 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stanford-university-personalized-self-guided-app-tour.a46749478.activity-details) ![Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964895/8fe04194-c8ef-4d1e-aeff-8c593e200de9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour £103 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/napa.a4964895.activity-details) ![Easy thttps://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/11/ed/13/ba.jpgo ride ebikes that are family friendly.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46453142/7e79bb6b-503a-4995-8c2c-f04684418d44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour £82 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-moon-bay-family-friendly-guided-e-bike-tour.a46453142.activity-details) ![On the road to the historic Johnson House.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46363496/3f872ef4-5b64-4422-9336-4c339263e31e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour £82 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-moon-bay-guided-e-bike-tour.a46363496.activity-details) ![California Academy of Sciences General Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219652/f0bca80b-682f-4287-bac0-eccb47dd5591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission £37 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/california-academy-of-sciences-daytime-admission.a219652.activity-details) ![San Francisco City Lights Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219776/95f2a2ad-387b-435e-99b1-49a9d049006c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Sunset Cruise (2-hours) £43 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/california-sunset-cruise-2-hours.a219776.activity-details) [See all activities in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in South San Mateo ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA £117 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,455 reviews) Very nice location and condition was great Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474249) ![Handlery Union Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Handlery Union Square Hotel 351 Geary St San Francisco CA £132 3 Apr - 4 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,942 reviews) The hotel was a clean but unfortunately when I arrived I didn’t know that parking was an extra charge per day. And if you want to self park it’s half a block away. We had to switch room through the night due to the ac going out, other people we’re having a similar problem so it took them a bit to ... Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026&selected=6666&PinnedHotelID=6666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474249) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/75f20517_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA £154 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (7,363 reviews) The hotel itself was fine, no complaints and no rave review factors. But the front door bellman / host Prince really made the difference for my stay. So welcoming and friendly, knew where everything was, knew who to ask for what at any time of the day, was accommodating even when I arrived at the ... Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474249) ![YOTEL San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19510300/19510249/9a7fa76b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### YOTEL San Francisco 1095 Market St San Francisco CA £107 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews) All the staff are super friendly and the rooms are great! Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=19510249&PinnedHotelID=19510249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474249) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/96ca1121_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA £92 3 Apr - 4 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,550 reviews) Awesome 👏 Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474249) ![Hotel Julian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100370000/100366800/100366713/32a804cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Julian 940 Sutter Street San Francisco CA £91 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pier 39 and Oracle Park are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (686 reviews) False advertising - that’s not a breakfast. Also bar is “closed for the season”?? Not sure what season would be appropriate but SF seemed incredibly busy. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=100366713&PinnedHotelID=100366713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474249) [See all 4,811 properties in South San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976474249) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check South San Mateo hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976474249&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976474249&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976474249&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[29 Mar - 30 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976474249&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976474249&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976474249&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around South San Mateo ![Potrero Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6155048/24053e58-3c93-4737-af35-eaecf9c08a12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Potrero Hill The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Museum of Craft & Design are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Potrero-Hill.dx506137) ![Aerial View Of Urban Neighborhood ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6155705/000d8af2-94e1-4af8-bbaf-91af84845baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Noe-Valley.dx6155705) ![Mission District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/134035/1fb7195b-23e3-4a0f-a5ef-22b484069f64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mission District 3.5/5(11 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Mission-District.dx134035) ![South of Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/160166/f4a16719-d8ac-4494-aeaa-4bbf3b1bebfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South of Market 3.5/5(115 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-South-Of-Market.dx160166) ![San Francisco skyline, Oracle Park, and a bustling marina at sunrise. Aerial view of the city's iconic landmarks. South Beach Harbor, San Francisco, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533114848/128f0ec3-9715-45a0-b04b-7ffc0ce1056e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-South-Park.dx553248621533114848) ![Downtown San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151902/22bc1dd6-2f5f-4efc-bbac-d6cb6e07fc99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown San Francisco 3/5(52 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Downtown-San-Francisco.dx6151902) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # South San Mateo Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app