Hillsborough City Overview
Hillsborough is a town in San Mateo County, California. It is an strictly residential, affluent community known for its large estates and lack of commercial zoning.
Location and Climate
Hillsborough is located south of San Francisco. It has a Mediterranean climate.
Best Time to Visit
Hillsborough can be visited year-round (mostly for driving through).
Best Ways to Get Around
A car is essential.
Top 5 Things to Do
- Drive through the Neighborhoods: Admire the mansions and architecture.
- Visit the Carolands Chateau: (Tours are rare and limited) A historic 98-room mansion.
- See the Flintstone House: (View from I-280) The famous bubbly, colorful house.
- Visit Burlingame: (Nearby) Go shopping and dining on Burlingame Avenue.
- Visit San Mateo: (Nearby) Access parks and other amenities.