Title: Visit San Mateo County: Best of San Mateo County Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk

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# San Mateo County Travel Guide

## California

![A tranquil lake to take a break. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7994/cba0f7b5-7706-4dd0-aa1f-7b46d076f6a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![A tranquil lake to take a break. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7994/cba0f7b5-7706-4dd0-aa1f-7b46d076f6a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![I drove from San Jose through Half Moon Bay, the drive was the best and there're many vista points to enjoy the view. I also spotted couple of dolphins. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602267/6c51b647-e3be-4edc-9030-72ae381bc30b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![This place is awesome for a single or couple to hang out , private own property , no dog allowed and I don't recommend any children neither , yes its spectacular to watch the sunset especially before or after rain, enjoy ! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8250/fb1442ad-f8e7-4040-807b-647fdc70b1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![This is a beautiful place I always come back here a few times a year especially around this time to watch the burning sky during sunset ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602267/39377401-00a7-48e6-84d0-cbadf9785df5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

### Popular cities in San Mateo County

[San Francisco

Known for Chinatown, Theatres and Art

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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

- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Pier 39

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[Half Moon Bay

Known for Dining, Beaches and Sea

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Hike through a scenic park and enjoy fishing, bird-watching and other outdoor activities in this beautiful coastal city.

## Reasons to visit

- Miramar Beach
- Pillar Point Harbor
- Naples Beach

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[Redwood City

Known for Dining, Business and Shopping

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From a vintage theater to a bustling downtown scene, discover the varied treasures of this city on the San Francisco Peninsula.

## Reasons to visit

- Filoli
- Fox Theatre
- The Foundry

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[Pacifica

Known for Beaches, Sea and Hiking

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Get away to relaxing Pacifica! Enjoy the beaches, seaside and local cuisine. 

## Reasons to visit

- Rockaway Beach
- Pacifica State Beach
- Pacifica Pier

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[Pescadero

Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Beaches

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Come to romantic Pescadero and enjoy its beaches, camping and parks. 

## Reasons to visit

- Pigeon Point Lighthouse
- Ano Nuevo State Park
- Butano State Park

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[Menlo Park

Known for Dining, Shopping and Universities

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Experience the cafes, university life and sunsets in Menlo Park! 

## Reasons to visit

- Bedwell Bayfront Park

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