Belmont

#2987 among destinations in the United States

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Belmont is an affluent city in San Mateo County in the U.S. state of California. It is in the San Francisco Bay Area, on the San Francisco Peninsula about halfway between San Francisco and San Jose. Known for its wooded hills, views of the San Francisco Bay and stretches of open space, Belmont is a quiet residential community in the midst of the culturally and technologically rich Bay Area. It was originally part of Rancho de las Pulgas, for which one of its main roads, the Alameda de las Pulgas, is named. The city was incorporated in 1926. Its population was 28,335 at the 2020 census. ()

Alternative names: Population: 27.2 thous.Area: 4.63 mi²Coordinates: 37°31'8"N, 122°16'34"W

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Nearby attractions include: San Mateo County History Museum, Hillsdale Shopping Center, Fox Theatre, Pulgas Water Temple.

3.3 miSE
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
San Mateo County History Museum, Redwood City
86 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Redwood City, California, the San Mateo County History Museum offers a fascinating journey into the past, presenting a rich tapestry of the area's cultural and historical heritage. Housed in the stunning Old Courthouse, an architectural gem...
1.9 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo
48 min walk • Hillsdale Shopping Center, or simply Hillsdale, is a shopping mall in San Mateo, California, United States, currently anchored by Macy's and Nordstrom.
3.4 miSE
Concerts and shows, Performing arts, Concert hall
Fox Theatre, Redwood City
87 min walk • The Fox Theatre in Redwood City, CA opened in 1929, was remodeled in 1950, and was listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1994.
3.3 miSW
Monuments and statues, Greek Revival architecture
Pulgas Water Temple, Redwood City
85 min walk • The Pulgas Water Temple is a stone structure in Redwood City, California, United States, designed by architect William G. Merchant.
1.3 miE
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos
34 min walk • The Hiller Aviation Museum is an aircraft history museum located at the San Carlos Airport in San Carlos, California. The museum was founded by Stanley Hiller in June 1998. and is endowed by members of the Hiller family.
3.7 miE
Harbor
Port of Redwood City, Redwood City
95 min walk • The Port of Redwood City is a marine freight terminal on the western side of the southern San Francisco Bay, on the West Coast of the United States. This marine terminal is situated within the city of Redwood City, California.
1.7 miSE
Church
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany of San Carlos, San Carlos
44 min walk • The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany of San Carlos, California, is a parish in the Episcopal Diocese of California, and part of the Episcopal Church in the United States of America. Within its community the parish is normally referred to as simply The Church of the Epiphany.
3.1 miE
Large marshy area in a wildlife refuge
Bair Island
78 min walk • Visitors to Bair Island can explore the diverse ecosystems that make up this beautiful area. From salt marshes and tidal channels to mudflats and open water, the island is home to a wide variety of plant and animal species.
2.7 miN
Park
Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park, Foster City
70 min walk • Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park is a recreational city park, located in Foster City, California and run by the city government and local citizens. Originally called simply "Central Park", the park was named in honor and memory of Congressman Leo J. Ryan.
1.1 miSE
37°30'27"N • 122°15'43"W
Museum of San Carlos History, San Carlos
29 min walk • History museum, Museum
4.3 miNW
37°33'59"N • 122°19'34"W
Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo
109 min walk • City hall, Shopping