San Mateo County Art + Historic buildings pictures

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This much-loved museum houses a fascinating collection of American painting, African art and Asian textiles.

Visit the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre and marvel at views of the Golden Gate Bridge at this popular waterfront neighborhood.

Admire the incredible array of blooms on display, from insect-eating plants to elaborately shaped orchids, at this well-preserved Victorian-era conservatory.

For three decades, desperate inmates dreamed of escaping this notorious prison; today’s fortunate visitors can come and go as they please!

In the span of a few blocks, find an array of attractions, from the Painted Ladies to the Fillmore Auditorium, in this diverse San Francisco neighborhood.

This tranquil spot tucked away in Golden Gate Park has been offering oriental-style refreshment to frazzled metropolitans for over a century.

This tranquil spot tucked away in Golden Gate Park has been offering oriental-style refreshment to frazzled metropolitans for over a century.

Admire the incredible array of blooms on display, from insect-eating plants to elaborately shaped orchids, at this well-preserved Victorian-era conservatory.

Tony Bennett famously left his heart here – and so will you. This city knows how to win your affections and keep you faithful to the last.