South San Mateo
San Francisco
Visit South San Mateo
Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Pier 39
Sea lions are the star attraction at one of the liveliest piers on San Francisco’s historic waterfront.
Golden Gate Park
This peaceful oasis in the heart of the city has been a favourite leisure haunt for locals and visitors alike since 1871.
Golden Gate Bridge
Walk across one of the most photogenic bridges in the world for unrivalled views from both sides.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
For three decades, desperate inmates dreamed of escaping this notorious prison; today’s fortunate visitors can come and go as they please!
Things to do
Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour
Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour
Top hotels in South San Mateo
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean rooms, nice staff, and plenty of breakfast options.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Cleaning staff were fantastic. Hotel was in a great location for access to sites. Only negative was our room was next to the elevator which could be quite noisy, however didn’t bother us enough to request a move.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Love Chinatown
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Small room quiet but friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
good
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South San Mateo
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
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. San Francisco Public Library 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.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lefty O'Doul Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.
South of Market
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.
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.
Downtown San Francisco
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.
