Downtown Redwood City Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Downtown Redwood City
Popular places to visit
Fox Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Fox Theatre during your stay in Redwood City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
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.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Things to do
Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson
Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private
SUV Tour To Silicon Valley Including Stanford Walking Tour
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown Redwood City
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
The staff was Amazing, and the room was clean with a very comfortable bed
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
The room was clean and nicely appointed. The staff was helpful and the shuttle to the airport was quick and efficient.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Love this place and location. Cookies are delicious
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Very good location with views across the bay
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
The room was clean and it was nice to have a coffee in the morning. The only complaint I would have is the person at the Reception desk - not welcoming - not pleasant at all . . almost seemed annoyed with his job - had a strong accent and spoke fast so I had a difficult time understanding him . . ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Clean room and attentive staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Redwood City
Excelsior
Though Excelsior may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Letterform Archive are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. San Francisco Public Library is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lucky Strike San Francisco, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
