Choose a holiday rental for your San Mateo County getaway
Learn about the unique charm of San Mateo County with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. Levi's Stadium and San Francisco Bay are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in San Mateo County
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes San Mateo County a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- California's Great America (15.6 mi / 25.1 km)
- Crystal Springs Golf Course (9.5 mi / 15.4 km)
- NASA Ames Research (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Half Moon Bay Golf Links (11.9 mi / 19.2 km)
- Twin Creeks Sports Complex (13.6 mi / 21.9 km)
- Aqua Adventure Water Park (15.4 mi / 24.8 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of San Mateo County
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in San Mateo County. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- San Francisco Bay (15.5 mi / 24.9 km)
- Golden Gate Park (23.5 mi / 37.8 km)
- Presidio of San Francisco (25.1 mi / 40.4 km)
- Coyote Point Park (8.7 mi / 13.9 km)
- San Andreas Fault Trail (9.3 mi / 15 km)
- Stevens Creek Trail (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
How to get to and around San Mateo County
The nearest airport is in San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Redwood City Station, San Carlos Station and Atherton Station are the main stations in the area. You can see more of San Mateo County by jumping on the metro at San Francisco Intl. Airport Station, San Bruno Station or South San Francisco Metro Station.