Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in San Carlos March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [San Carlos Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Carlos.dx9918)[Hotels in San Carlos](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Carlos-Hotels.d9918.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Carlos](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Carlos.d9918.Travel-Guide-Flights)[San Carlos Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Carlos.d9918.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Carlos Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Carlos.d9918.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in San Carlos, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San Carlos Types of activities [San Carlos travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Carlos.dx9918) ![Night time view of historic buildings in downtown San Carlos, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9918/040f03cb-bc15-4920-9387-ba9b4cd122b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Night time view of historic buildings in downtown San Carlos, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9918/b5acaa40-1542-4af4-9f83-3555f923f084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Residential neighborhood on top of a hill near Pulgas Ridge OSP, Dumbarton bridge and the bay in the background, San Carlos, San Francisco bay area, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9918/4ed3a688-326b-4b5f-a748-e3607cdebc13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Not exactly flight-worthy.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9918/e1c3c242-15e9-47b8-bfa3-f1da8165bda8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## San Carlos Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that San Carlos has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to San Carlos, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to San Carlos with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in San Carlos San Carlos is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in San Carlos, and make it a breeze to explore San Carlos and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in San Carlos to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to San Carlos, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in San Carlos. #### San Carlos attractions San Carlos has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in San Carlos to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of San Carlos. Looking for things to do in San Carlos can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of San Carlos or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to San Carlos attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in San Carlos ### Tours & day trips [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Redwood Forest & Santa Cruz Harbour Day Tour from San Francisco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964901/53978861-8541-4bc5-ba4c-591b9c3726d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Redwood Forest & Santa Cruz Harbour Day Tour from San Francisco 12h 30m 8/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available £166 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-redwood-forest-santa-cruz-harbour-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964901.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5290752/e8b7ce5b-6822-4260-bf18-75a6a9ad9229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour 3h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290752.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964895/8fe04194-c8ef-4d1e-aeff-8c593e200de9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour 9h 4/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available £104 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-napa-valley-sausalito-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964895.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![BEST of Monterey Peninsula & Carmel-by-the-Sea Small Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964888/23710ae9-a62a-4ed1-8efe-214b53383206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### BEST of Monterey Peninsula & Carmel-by-the-Sea Small Group Tour 10h 6/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-carmel-17-mile-drive-monterey-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964888.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Stanford University Personalised Self-Guided App Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46749478/62859780-e196-4c1f-8ba7-a221f671a6bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stanford University Personalised Self-Guided App Tour 3h 8/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £4 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-walking-tour-in-stanford-university.a46749478.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49317158/9fa916ba-c33c-4ab1-b9c0-7c9f8f054afd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour 4d Free cancellation available £692 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/las-vegas-zion-and-bryce-canyon-4-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a49317158.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Redwood&Crater Lake National Park&Oregon 3-Day Tour from San Francisco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44559437/8861ca72-77e2-4d59-809c-70def3182c0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Redwood&Crater Lake National Park&Oregon 3-Day Tour from San Francisco 3d £713 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-redwood-crater-lake-national-park-oregon-3-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a44559437.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48396220/c7979614-eeef-4683-9486-8af9b7715367.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour 5h 6/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £222 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-half-moon-bay-coastal-delights-driving-tour.a48396220.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Stanford University Campus Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49520431/63f42c9b-605c-4c03-b6ea-572bd982512b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stanford University Campus Adventure 2h Free cancellation available £8 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stanford-university-campus-adventure.a49520431.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/958888/5c6ecfcd-8bf0-468c-86ec-4b9175fa0e27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private 10h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £829 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silicon-valley-tour-from-san-francisco-private.a958888.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Woodside: Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51976504/34da6a26-c818-4307-b5cc-8b29b335409e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Woodside: Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/woodside-filoli-historic-house-and-garden-entry-ticket.a51976504.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46363496/3f872ef4-5b64-4422-9336-4c339263e31e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour 2h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-moon-bay-guided-e-bike-tour.a46363496.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46453142/7e79bb6b-503a-4995-8c2c-f04684418d44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour 2h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-guided-e-bike-tour-in-half-moon-bay.a46453142.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Half Moon Bay: Guided E-bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51969889/7c8741c7-6fcc-4365-b5b0-ac3e3723e67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Moon Bay: Guided E-bike Tour 2h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-moon-bay-guided-e-bike-tour.a51969889.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964895/8fe04194-c8ef-4d1e-aeff-8c593e200de9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour 9h 4/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available £104 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-napa-valley-sausalito-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964895.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Redwood&Crater Lake National Park&Oregon 3-Day Tour from San Francisco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44559437/8861ca72-77e2-4d59-809c-70def3182c0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Redwood&Crater Lake National Park&Oregon 3-Day Tour from San Francisco 3d £713 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-redwood-crater-lake-national-park-oregon-3-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a44559437.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ![Picnic Basket Rental (2–4 Guests)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46024715/d9756e0a-d371-4de7-9527-e32a3285a7a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Picnic Basket Rental (2–4 Guests) 4h Free cancellation available £113 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-picnic-in-redwood-city.a46024715.activity-details?&rid=9918&location=San+Carlos&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in San Carlos | Number of things to do | 32 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Stanford University Personalised Self-Guided App Tour](/things-to-do/private-walking-tour-in-stanford-university.a46749478.activity-details): £4 | | Top 5 things to do | [Woodside: Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/woodside-filoli-historic-house-and-garden-entry-ticket.a51976504.activity-details)[Stanford University Personalised Self-Guided App Tour](/things-to-do/private-walking-tour-in-stanford-university.a46749478.activity-details)[Filoli House & Garden](/things-to-do/filoli-house-garden.a46933063.activity-details)[Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour](/things-to-do/best-napa-valley-sausalito-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964895.activity-details)[BEST of Monterey Peninsula & Carmel-by-the-Sea Small Group Tour](/things-to-do/best-carmel-17-mile-drive-monterey-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964888.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Stanford University Personalised Self-Guided App Tour](/things-to-do/private-walking-tour-in-stanford-university.a46749478.activity-details)[Filoli House & Garden](/things-to-do/filoli-house-garden.a46933063.activity-details)[Half Moon Bay: Guided E-bike Tour](/things-to-do/half-moon-bay-guided-e-bike-tour.a51969889.activity-details)[Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson](/things-to-do/tintype-portrait-and-historic-photography-lesson.a47505862.activity-details)[Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290752.activity-details) | | With kids | [Woodside: Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/woodside-filoli-historic-house-and-garden-entry-ticket.a51976504.activity-details)[Filoli House & Garden](/things-to-do/filoli-house-garden.a46933063.activity-details)[3Quest Challenge Scavenger Hunts - San Mateo, CA](/things-to-do/3quest-challenge-scavenger-hunts-san-mateo-ca.a3267875.activity-details)[Private Holiday Photoshoot with Photographer in Palo Alto](/things-to-do/private-holiday-photoshoot-with-photographer-in-palo-alto.a46281789.activity-details) | ## What to do in San Carlos --- ### Popular places to visit ![Oracle Park featuring a bay or harbor and street scenes as well as a small group of people](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 Park featuring a garden and flowers](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) ![Golden Gate Bridge featuring a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, night scenes and general coastal views](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(362 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) ![Pier 39 featuring street scenes, a city and signage](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 which includes a coastal town and island views](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(247 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) ![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) ![Lombard Street featuring flowers and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502557/103aa003-e62a-4f41-b375-e2a2ffe7649b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lombard Street 4.5/5(298 reviews) Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lombard-Street-Russian-Hill.d502557.Attraction) ![Presidio of San Francisco featuring a garden, a monument and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502558/ab501118-e777-4174-a5c3-64e6f85b2812.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Presidio of San Francisco 4/5(26 reviews) Discover history, culture, open spaces, spectacular views and the Jedi Master Yoda at this former military base. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Presidio-Of-San-Francisco-Presidio.d502558.Attraction) ![Chase Center San Francisco Skyline Aerial Photography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635997928290/197c9322-47b4-4ac5-bc8c-d25b082862ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chase Center Catch an event at Chase Center during your trip to San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chase-Center-Downtown-San-Francisco.d553248635997928290.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from San Carlos ![Redwood City showing street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9465/d8d07906-f0a9-4692-bcbb-faf6ce061235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Redwood City ![San Francisco featuring a bay or harbor and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178305/1417243c-cf9a-46f9-a63f-6053a600d949.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Francisco ## Frequently asked questions ### Is San Carlos worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in San Carlos? ### What is the top tourist attraction in San Carlos? ### Is three days enough to stay in San Carlos? ### What are some activities to do in San Carlos with kids? > - [Woodside: Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/woodside-filoli-historic-house-and-garden-entry-ticket.a51976504.activity-details) > - [Filoli House & Garden](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/filoli-house-garden.a46933063.activity-details) > - [3Quest Challenge Scavenger Hunts - San Mateo, CA](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3quest-challenge-scavenger-hunts-san-mateo-ca.a3267875.activity-details) > - [Private Holiday Photoshoot with Photographer in Palo Alto](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-holiday-photoshoot-with-photographer-in-palo-alto.a46281789.activity-details) ### What to do in San Carlos for adults? ### Are there free things to do in San Carlos? ![](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. 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