Things to do in San Mateo

Activities, attractions and tours
Coyote Point Recreation Area showing a park
Coyote Point Recreation Area showing cycling as well as a small group of people
Coyote Point Recreation Area showing general coastal views and sailing
Coyote Point Recreation Area featuring a bay or harbour and sailing
Coyote Point Recreation Area featuring a garden

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What to do in San Mateo


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Areas of San Mateo

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Central San Mateo

If you're spending some time in Central San Mateo, Central Park and The San Mateo Japanese Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Central San Mateo
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East San Mateo

If you're spending some time in East San Mateo, San Francisco Bay and Coyote Point Park are top sights worth seeing.

East San Mateo
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South San Mateo

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting South San Mateo, you might make a stop by sights like Hillsdale Shopping Center and San Mateo County Event Center.

South San Mateo
Coyote Point Park featuring a park

Shoreview

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Shoreview, San Francisco Bay and Coyote Point Park are top sights worth seeing.

Shoreview
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Downtown San Mateo

If you're spending some time in Downtown San Mateo, Central Park and The San Mateo Japanese Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown San Mateo
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North Central

While North Central isn't home to many top sights, Central Park and Coyote Point Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Central