Half Moon Bay Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in San Mateo County, California, United States
About Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay's visitor information center offer maps, brochures, directories, and other information for tourists. The climate in Half Moon Bay is more "foggy San Francisco" than "sunny California" in style. It's easy to spot the tourists on the beach: they're the ones shivering in bikinis. The locals are more likely to be found in wetsuits or strolling along the beach in shirts and rolled-up pants. Although there are cold snaps that drop below freezing every few years or so, and a few days here or there that are warm enough to be uncomfortable every year, on typical days, it's cool and somewhat windy, but not downright cold. Even in the summer, you'll want to pack a jacket or an extra shirt to put on when the ocean breeze kicks up in the early evening. Plan for rain from mid-October throu
Top Attractions in Half Moon Bay
Explore the best things to see and do in Half Moon Bay:
- ★Cowell Ranch State Beach
- ★Dream Machines
- ★Dunes State Beach
- ★Francis State Beach
- ★Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
- ★Mavericks & Pillar Point Marsh
- ★Naples / Roosevelt State Beach
- ★Pigeon Point Beach
Where to Eat in Half Moon Bay
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Cameron’s Inn, Restaurant & Pub
- 🍴Dad's Luncheonette
- 🍴Ketch Joanne Restaurant and Harbor Bar
- 🍴Sam's Chowder House
Where to Stay in Half Moon Bay
- 🏨Half Moon Bay Lodge
- 🏨Nantucket Whale Inn
- 🏨Oceano Hotel and Spa
- 🏨Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
- 🏨Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay
- 🏨The Miramar Inn & Suites
Half Moon Bay Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: