- 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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44.6 Miles
Broadwalk Bowl offers a four week learn to bowl program, bowling leagues, and open bowling. The facility also offers parties for all age groups, a bar, and karaoke or a live band five nights a week.
44.7 Miles
Located right along the beach, Santa Cruz Beach Broadwalk is a famous sea-side amusement park. Among its list of rides, it also includes the classic 1924 Big Dipper roller coaster. Great deals on rides and refreshments are available. Parking spots are limited.
44.7 Miles
73%
168 votes
Along Beach St. west from San Lorenzo River, Santa Cruz, CA
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Santa Cruz Main Beach is a popular tourist destination. It is a clean and inviting beach with beautiful views of the ocean and marine life. There are also volleyball courts on the beach with an amusement park and many local restaurants/bars nearby.
44.7 Miles
Home to over 70 species of birds and mammals, Big Break Regional Shoreline is a recreational park that features picnic areas, a small amphitheater, and a fishing pier. The park also has spots to fish at.
44.7 Miles
The Big Break Marina is a local marina offering a number of services for boat owners to use. These services include access to a concrete boat launch ramp, dry storage, and a yacht clubhouse, among many others.
44.8 Miles
96%
89 votes
#2 Santa Cruz Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Venture Quest Day Kayaking offers kayak rentals, sales, classes as well as kayak tours through the Monterey Bay Sanctuary. For those interested in this type of activity they also organize team buildings.
44.8 Miles
Cheese lovers flock to the Marin French Cheese Company in Petaluma, California. Visitors are welcome to tour the facility, speak with staff and enjoy a picnic on the grounds. A retail shop is also open during business hours.
44.8 Miles
Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz is a sandy beach that permits dogs as long as they are kept on leashes. The beach is patrolled by life guards, and features fire rings and rest rooms.
44.9 Miles
87%
2454 votes
2531 West Cliff Drive near Swanton Blvd., Santa Cruz, CA
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True to its name, Natural Bridges State Park contains natural rock bridges created by eons of water and wind erosion. The modern park is managed by the state and is a wonderful destination for adults and families.
44.9 Miles
93%
524 votes
790 Mariner Park Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Climb aboard Chardonnay II Sailing Charters and explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in style. Guests enjoy sailing past the glorious coastline, seeing the protected wildlife and relaxing on any of the variety of cruises offered.