Title: Visit Foster City: 2026 Travel Guide for Foster City, San Francisco | Expedia.com

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# Foster City, CA

## Travel Guide

![Aerial view panorama of Danvers Fosters Point at the bank of Crane River in city of Danvers, Massachusetts MA, USA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9851/61d8b204-cea4-4bb3-818d-7838a4e81941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aerial view panorama of Danvers Fosters Point at the bank of Crane River in city of Danvers, Massachusetts MA, USA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9851/61d8b204-cea4-4bb3-818d-7838a4e81941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aerial view of residential real estate homes in Foster City, CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9851/fa51e3a1-5e80-41cd-b3e6-4a95ee757b40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aerial view of residential real estate homes in Foster City, CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9851/edf607ac-58b3-4382-8bb2-faac1356cd92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The Dance Group on the stage,Ryan J Leo Park
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![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA

$132 nightly

$155 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...

9/10 Wonderful! (5,391 reviews)

Great location and friendly staff!

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Handlery Union Square Hotel

351 Geary St San Francisco CA

$149 nightly

$176 total

Apr 1 - Apr 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (2,909 reviews)

Shops nearby were helpful. Super close to a big Macy’s that had food options and in walking distance of a Trader Joe’s. The pool was under maintenance while we stayed which we were not informed about before hand. That was disappointing.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

2500 Mason St San Francisco CA

$167 nightly

$196 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...

9/10 Wonderful! (7,331 reviews)

Air conditioning was fine. I could smell bacon cooking every morning and the room always smelled like bacon.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

2620 Jones St San Francisco CA

Stay at this condo in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,171 reviews)

Super close to the pier

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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![Coral Reef Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4900/4810/24ae7eb2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Coral Reef Inn & Suites

400 Park St Alameda CA

Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

6.8/10 (2,927 reviews)

Large room with surprise kitchenette. Leaky faucets, tepid water, burned out bulbs, frayed carpeting, sway back beds. Hate to sound so negative. Beautiful location less than half block from bird refuge path and other shopping areas. Certainly the price was right and this is why. Just needs a complete ...

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

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Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

550 Oak Grove Ave Menlo Park CA

Stay at this aparthotel in Menlo Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Stanford Stadium and Shoreline Amphitheatre are located ...

7.8/10 Good! (22 reviews)

Kasa (the facility) cancelled 2min prior to check-in by Kasa. This after I had completed all pre-check activities. Prior

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![Oracle Park featuring a bay or harbor and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063199/e9ded285-60f9-45a6-bde5-7fd5c5f20eea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Oracle Park

Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

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![Vibrant crowds enjoying Pier 39 with shops, dining, and views of the San Francisco Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502576/0539d24a-33b1-4635-8e45-7397bf716773.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pier 39

This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.

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![Exploring the lush greenery and stunning architecture of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco during a sunny afternoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507464/52822685-2982-4242-a264-5feb076f1b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Golden Gate Park

This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

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![Golden Gate Bridge illuminated at night with city lights in the background in California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508803/7f3a8683-169a-4f91-9706-80b0485198d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Golden Gate Bridge

Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.

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![yerba buena gardens complex](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502553/b8bd040b-086b-4e6e-963b-c1bf398cf87f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Moscone Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area. 

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![Alcatraz Island showing a coastal town and island images](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502554/4d59a35c-ed7e-4b54-b5f7-09ac7df7975b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Alcatraz Island

Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.

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### Things to do

![Alcatraz Island Prison Tour Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/671502/320357c3-f182-4692-a613-a31a39478bee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Official Alcatraz Island Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages

$86

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/official-alcatraz-island-prison-tour-with-free-app-audio-packages.a671502.activity-details)

![California Academy of Sciences General Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219652/f0bca80b-682f-4287-bac0-eccb47dd5591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

$49

per adult

**86%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/california-academy-of-sciences-daytime-admission.a219652.activity-details)

![Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852618/2d36c05c-4a19-49ee-83c7-78e22378ede0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

$139

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/alcatraz-visit-with-night-option-and-sf-bay-cruise.a852618.activity-details)

![San Francisco City Lights Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219776/95f2a2ad-387b-435e-99b1-49a9d049006c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

$58

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-francisco-city-lights-cruise-2-hours.a219776.activity-details)

![Visit de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852149/5f951497-8465-48c2-bf9a-eff985a5464e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

$20

per adult

**88%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/de-young-museum-general-admission-ticket.a852149.activity-details)

![Golden Gate Bridge at night](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/277363/5cadfa3b-d4bb-4821-ac3a-897e2521df02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Francisco Night Tour

$90

per adult

**78%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-francisco-night-tour.a277363.activity-details)

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## Reviews of Foster City

4.2

Top Destination

5 - Excellent

31

4 - Good

36

3 - Okay

10

2 - Disappointing

4

1 - Terrible

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### 3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Lots of crazy crazy traffic!!! On a Thursday at 4 pm!

### 4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Walkable along Bay. Clean. Nice park.

### 4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Overall nice city. If your out late though, your options are limited. Almost everything closes early with and exception of a Denny’s near by which is open 24 hrs.

### 4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

My family and I visited during Labor Day weekend. Traffic was minimal. Plenty of restaurant options. Easy and quick drive to San Francisco tourist attractions.

### 5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Asome

### 5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Excellent.

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### Redwood City

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