If you are on the Peninsula and looking for a fun urban adventure in a historic and modern town, your next stop is Mr Treasure Hunt’s Downtown San Mateo Adventure! It’s a fun scavenger hunt throughout downtown San Mateo!
San Mateo has one of the larger, more prominent suburban downtowns in the Bay Area. The downtown core contains over 800 shops and restaurants, many of them in historic buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Caltrain station features the beautiful mural seen here, depicting the railroad history of the town. A large, modern 12 screen movie theatre complex gives the downtown a major entertainment option. Central Park is considered to be San Mateo’s signature park with tennis courts, picnic areas, playground, a baseball field, a recreation center, a miniature train, and a Japanese Tea Garden.
The downtown is also home to many large and small multistory office buildings, apartments, government buildings and Mills Medical Center making the area a busy employment center day and night.
Your adventure can begin wherever and whenever you like and with all the great restaurants in the downtown area, you can end your event with a meal and wrap-up by Mr Treasure Hunt while you enjoy a great meal
San Mateo, a charming city nestled in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula, boasts a rich history that dates back to the 19th century. Originally inhabited by the Ohlone Native Americans, San Mateo’s modern history began with the arrival of Spanish missionaries and settlers in the late 1700s. The city’s development surged during the California Gold Rush when it became a vital stagecoach stop between San Francisco and San Jose.
In the late 1800s, San Mateo emerged as a popular retreat for wealthy San Franciscans who built grand estates in the area. The opening of the Southern Pacific Railroad further spurred its growth, transforming it into a bustling suburban community. Over the years, San Mateo has evolved into a vibrant city known for its diverse population, thriving downtown, and scenic parks.
Mr Treasure Hunt’s scavenger hunt is an excellent way for groups to bond and collaborate. Teams must work together to solve clues, strategize, and navigate the city, enhancing communication and teamwork skills.
Our Augmented Reality app has enhanced our San Mateo Treasure Hunt event, allowing flexibility in placing clues and in providing treasure hunters with fun and interesting information when they solve a clue!
See some photos of our fun past events
Augmented Reality Highlights: Using our Augmented Reality app, you’ll experience some of the high points of San Mateo history and culture, including some of the famous athletes who grew up here, railroad history, and San Mateo’s role in the development of Silicon Valley.
Meeting Location: San Mateo Treasure Hunts begin in Central Park (50 E 5th Ave near corner of 5th and Laurel)
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