Things to Do with Kids in San Mateo, CA

  • TripBuzz found 715 things to do with kids in or near San Mateo, California, including 697 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Los Altos.
  • From Bel Mateo Bowl to Central Park, City of San Mateo, the San Mateo area offers 129 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Walking Trails.
  • Located twenty-five minutes from Downtown San Francisco lies the city of San Mateo, California. Nestled in Silicon Valley, the city is a thriving business and technological community, as well as housing over 100,000 residents. Visitors enjoy the cities diverse shopping districts, parks and gardens, including a traditional Japanese tea garden.
  • TripBuzz found 715 things to do with kids in or near San Mateo, California, including 697 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Los Altos.
  • From Bel Mateo Bowl to Central Park, City of San Mateo, the San Mateo area offers 129 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Walking Trails.
  • Located twenty-five minutes from Downtown San Francisco lies the city of San Mateo, California. Nestled in Silicon Valley, the city is a thriving business and technological community, as well as housing over 100,000 residents. Visitors enjoy the cities diverse shopping districts, parks and gardens, including a traditional Japanese tea garden.
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17.2 Miles
98% 58 votes
History Museums 51 N San Antonio Road, Los Altos, CA 94022 MoreLess Info
Housed in a facility that was established in 2001, the Los Altos History Museum focuses on the history of local individuals and local agriculture. Interactive exhibits and hands-on activities are featured at the museum which is located in one of the few remaining apricot orchards in the area.
17.2 Miles
100% 7 votes
Theaters 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94022 MoreLess Info
Also known as the Los Altos Stage Company, the Bus Barn Stage Company is a not for profit professional theater company that performs in a cozy, intimate play house. The group stages a variety of productions.
17.2 Miles
93% 30 votes
Parks 400 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94023 MoreLess Info
Located in a residential neighborhood, Shoup Park is equipped with lots of playground equipment for toddlers and younger kids. There is also a large sand play area and picnic tables for dining or just sitting while watching the kids play.
17.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94022 MoreLess Info
Featuring a large grass field, Hillview Park offers visitors recreational activities like soccer, flag football, kite flying, picnicking, and more. There are several park benches with shade from trees to sit at.
17.3 Miles
65% 227 votes
Golf 300 Finley Road, San Francisco, CA 94129 MoreLess Info
Presidio golf course is a full 18 hole public course.It is located just a few minutes from downtown San Francisco and it is open to public everyday
17.3 Miles
93% 1154 votes
Movie Theaters 2025 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612 MoreLess Info
Oakland's historic Paramount Theatre is a Bauhaus-inspired performance space. Its event schedule includes orchestra concerts, plays, musicals, operas and other large-scale artistic events. The venue also screens classic films and is available for convention rentals.
17.3 Miles
100% 13 votes
Theaters 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94022 MoreLess Info
Seating up to 100 people, Los Altos Stage Company puts on performances of musicals and plays for the community to enjoy. The company produces a mix of well known Broadway classics and lesser known plays.
17.3 Miles
50% 12 votes
Parks 482 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94023 MoreLess Info
Redwood Grove Park is a 6 acre nature preserve with many activities and attractions for the community. Amenities include picnic equipment, trails, a rose garden, a boardwalk along Adobe Creek, and observation decks.
17.3 Miles
100% 5 votes
Playgrounds 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94023 MoreLess Info
Whistle Stop Playground is a park where the entire playground is a train and train station theme. The park offers monkey bars and slides as well as benches for parents and guardians to watch their children.
17.4 Miles
95% 1189 votes
Boat Tours Pier 33, Hornblower Alcatraz Landing, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Visit the one of the world's most notorious prisons with Alcatraz Cruises LLC. Here you can explore Alcatraz, listen to tales from prisoners and wardens alike, and take a leisurely stroll through the gardens.
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