1 Miramontes Point Rd
Half Moon Bay, CA

Take a trip down the Pacific Coast Highway in California to charming town of Half Moon Bay! With opportunities for shopping, kayaking, surfing, and eating locally caught seafood, this charming city just 30 miles south of San Francisco should be on your radar. Here are the top things to do in Half Moon Bay.

1 Miramontes Point Rd
Half Moon Bay, CA

For magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay will not disappoint. Two championship golf courses appeal to players of all skill levels; fire pits on the Ocean Lawn and a luxury spa invite conviviality and relaxation. Hotel rooms and suites are inspired by their California surroundings, as are locally sourced restaurant menus in signature Navio, The Conservatory and The Ocean Terrace.

Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay, California, United States

Things to do in Half Moon Bay include shopping opportunities at Downtown Half Moon Bay, being home to many unique shops, restaurants, wineries, and more.

1 Miramontes Point Rd
Half Moon Bay, CA

Seafood doesn’t get much fresher than on the California coast, and Half Moon Bay has several seafood restaurants to try a taste. Pillar Point Harbor, homeport to the vital commercial fishing industry, also offers fresh fish right off the dock! Click "more details" to check out some of the best seafood restaurants in Half Moon Bay.

155 Broadway
Half Moon Bay, CA

To wind down in Half Moon Bay, head over to a local winery or distillery. For a craft cocktail, head to Jettywave Distillery to sit by one of their fire pits and enjoy the coastal breeze and live music. The Swell Lounge at Jettywave is open Fridays from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Sundays from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

San Mateo County, CA

Half Moon Bay has some of the best beaches in the San Francisco Bay Area, with opportunities to swim, hike, explore tide pools, or simply relax.

2 Johnson Pier
Half Moon Bay, CA

Experience the California coast firsthand on the water by kayaking in Half Moon Bay! Paddle among seals, birds, and marine wildlife in protected Pillar Point Harbor with Half Moon Bay Kayak. Their fleet includes single, double, and triple kayaks as well as paddle boards and bikes to rent. If you’re looking to make your outing special, consider one of their guided trips.

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Half Moon Bay, CA

From April through December, explore the Coastside Farmers Market for a variety of fresh produce and goods from local farmers, ranchers, and artisans. The Coastsise Farmers Market in Half Moon Bay is on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

800 Cabrillo Hwy N
Half Moon Bay, CA

On the coast of Half Moon Bay lies one of our “As Fresh as it Gets” farm partners, Andreotti Family Farm. Located at 800 Cabrillo Hwy North and family-owned since 1926, this farm produces almost every winter vegetable you can imagine! The 2022 U-Pick Sunflower season will run from September 1, 2022 through October 31, 2022. In addition, with the fall season quickly approaching, Andreotti Family Farms has several other fun events planned for this cozy season. As always, their Pumpkin Patch will be open to the public in October and the sunflower field will be turned into a fun corn maze.

Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay, California, United States

Each year, Half Moon Bay becomes a sea of orange as pumpkins take over the landscape. One of the most popular pumpkin farms in Half Moon Bay is Farmer John’s Pumpkin Farm — offering more than 60 varieties of pumpkins and squash. Another great spot for pumpkin photography is the family-owned Webb Ranch in Portola Valley.

Poplar St
Half Moon Bay, CA

Looking for more ways to explore The San Francisco Peninsula? From fun day trips to scenic beaches, check out all of the things to do by clicking "more details"!