Things to do in San Mateo County

Activities, attractions and tours

A lighthouse on a cliff by the sea during sunset.
A lighthouse on a rocky cliff by the ocean.
A clear lake with a fountain, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.
A lighthouse on a rocky cliff by the ocean.
A beach with waves, rocks, and a sunset.

Things to do

Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

€34
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

€95
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

€177
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

€42
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco: 7D Ride Experience

San Francisco: 7D Interactive Thrill Ride at PIER 39

€11
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: 7D Interactive Thrill Ride at PIER 39
City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

€52
per adult
City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

€108
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat

San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration

€34
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration
Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

€42
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 1513 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €58 and current price is €52 per adult
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History & culture

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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Activity duration is 23 hours and 59 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 134 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €48 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch

Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 281 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €170 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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PIER 39 Thrill Explorer: Flyer, 7D, Laser Maze & VR

PIER 39 Thrill Explorer: Flyer, 7D, Laser Maze & VR

8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €28 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.6 out of 10 with 621 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €34 per adult
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What to do in San Mateo County

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Miramar Beach

9.2/10 (332 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Miramar Beach during your travels in Half Moon Bay?
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The Golden Gate Bridge with a clear view of the towers and cables, spanning across the water.

San Francisco

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and the ocean.

San Mateo

A suspension bridge with illuminated cables, a calm body of water, and a distant city skyline at dusk.

Daly City

A white building with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

Belmont

A suspension bridge at sunset with city lights in the distance.

Burlingame

Brilliant sunset in local Arastradero Park. Hiking trails up and down hills lined with eucalyptus trees.

Menlo Park

A waterfront with a dock, a house, and a bridge.

Fremont

A beach with waves, people, and houses in the background.

Half Moon Bay