- 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!
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The real S.F. Tour is a company that organizes San Francisco tours mainly on foot, making it easier to learn the city and its hidden places you wouldn't see from a bus. The only transportation the tours involve is the public transportation that is green such as Cable Cars.
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Explore fine art, architecture and a breathtaking landscape design at San Francisco’s de Young Museum. Located in the Golden State Park, this museum offers both regular and special exhibits, as well as educational programs for learning.
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Shoreline Amphitheatre
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1 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View, CA 94043
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The Shoreline Amphitheatre is a sizable outdoor venue that has a capacity of 22,000 seats, including lawn seats. Over the years, it has become a popular spot for music festivals, concerts, comedy shows and other kinds of gatherings.
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Guests can interact with wildlife and participate in a variety of educational programs at the Sulphur Creek Nature Center. The center also provides wildlife rehabilitation services and hosts birthday parties.
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Spanning a total of 5-acres of land, the Civic Center Park is a recreational park that includes multiple play structures for children of all ages. The park also has a basketball court, a par-3 golf course, and picnic tables.
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The World Wide Art, Inc. art gallery and shop features works by world renowned artists and original Disney Works. Other limited edition pieces available to view and purchase include works by Hanna Barbera, Thomas Kinkade and Marvel.
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Part of James Logan High School, the Dan Oden Swim Complex includes an outdoor heated pool. The complex offers swimming lessons for learners of all ages and experience levels, and hosts special events.
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The only theatre of its kind, Audium provides a novel experience of enjoying music in the absence of light. These performances, known as 'sound sculptures', are played out in complete darkness inside a spacious 49-seat theatre.
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The Embarcadero Center is a huge shopping complex complete with department stores, restaurants, an ice rink, cinema, and various other services. All your shopping needs under one roof.
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One Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA 94111
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Ferry Building Marketplace has a selection of artisan cheeses, fruits, and more. Good for a Saturday morning breakfast and shop.