San Mateo County Travel Guide

California

Brisbane which includes landscape views
Brisbane which includes a city and central business district
Redwood City featuring heritage architecture, an administrative building and a fountain
Half Moon Bay which includes a sandy beach
Half Moon Bay showing general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

Popular cities in San Mateo County

San Francisco
San Francisco
Known for Chinatown, Theatres and Art
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

  • Oracle Park
  • Pier 39
  • Aquarium of the Bay
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Pacifica
Pacifica
Known for Beaches, Sea and Hiking
Get away to relaxing Pacifica! Enjoy the beaches, seaside and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Pacifica State Beach
  • Sharp Park Beach
  • Mori Point
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Redwood City showing street scenes and a city
Redwood City
Known for Dining, Business and Shopping
From a vintage theater to a bustling downtown scene, discover the varied treasures of this city on the San Francisco Peninsula.

Reasons to visit

  • Fox Theatre
  • Marlin Park
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Half Moon Bay showing general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
Half Moon Bay
Known for Dining, Beaches and Sea
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
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Menlo Park
Menlo Park
Known for Dining, Shopping and Universities
Experience the cafes, university life and sunsets in Menlo Park!

Reasons to visit

  • Bedwell Bayfront Park
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Pescadero
Pescadero
Known for Family-friendly, Beaches and Camping
Come to romantic Pescadero and enjoy its beaches, camping and natural setting.

Reasons to visit

  • Ano Nuevo State Park
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