- Our list of the best things to do in San Mateo, California, features the top 973 nearby activities — including 339 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- San Mateo, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
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20.6 Miles
94%
154 votes
Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014
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Spread over 290 acres, the Rancho San Antonio County Park is located within the foothills of Skyline Ridge. Popular activities at the park include hiking, jogging, biking, horseback riding, and flying non-gas model planes.
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With a total of 4.5 acres, Grant Park Center is a wonderful place for community and is equipped with a playground, BBQ grills, picnic tables, a soccer field, restrooms, and a basketball court.
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At Twin Creeks, visitors can join a baseball league or watch a game at one of the 10 softball and baseball fields. The clubhouse has an arcade, bar, and lounge for watching sports games on television.
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In operation for over 160 years, Deer Hollow Farm is now a nonprofit environmental education facility that attracts more than 100,000 students each year. The farm hosts a variety of programs that vary by season.
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96%
656 votes
Can be reached by Highways 1, 101, 280 and 880, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Golden Gate National Recreation Area is a park and green space near the bridge. Great views and plenty of places to relax.
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82%
11 votes
636 Murray Circle, Sausalito, CA 94965
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The Cooking School at Cavallo Point offers cooking lessons on a variety of culinary topics. A good place to mingle with others who enjoy cooking.
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At Rialto Cinemas Elmwood, visitors can attend showings for a mix of independent and foreign flicks. The cinema also hosts theatrical performances for local theater groups that range from Shakespeare to original plays.
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Visitors can enjoy a high end night club with a full stage, catwalk, and LED lights at the Pure Lounge. The lounge hosts live entertainment and a variety of special events.
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Vaska is a familiar name in the detergent industry because of its innovative new formula of a laundry detergent that effectively cleans and yet, it is free of any harmful chemicals or toxins. Vaska also produces oxygen brightener, fabric softener and stain remover.
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99%
139 votes
2249 Grant Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
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The Undiscovered Country Bike Private Day Tours takes participants through scenic mountain passes, redwood forests and stunning desert landscapes. Their many tour options vary by length and difficulty to accommodate different skill levels.