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      Pasta Moon

      Farm-Driven Dishes with Fresh Local Ingredients

      Just across the quaint stone bridge in downtown Half Moon Bay is a culinary treasure. Pasta Moon is a restaurant that manages to balance gracefully between two worlds… Read more →
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      With docks of colorful fishing boats and charming waterfront eateries, the cozy seaside hamlet of Pillar Point Harbor offers a taste of New England along the California coast… Read more →
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      Free Holiday Photo Event
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      Coldwell Banker - Half Moon Bay
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      Acoustic Friday featuring Nick Tyrrel
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      Three Days in Half Moon Bay

      For Families

      A great family getaway awaits in Half Moon Bay. With beautiful beaches, horseback riding, unique shopping and family farms, there’s plenty of fun for both kids and adults… Read more →
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      Half Moon Bay's Main Street

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      If Downtown Half Moon Bay's historic Main Street could talk, it would share its long and captivating history with every sightseer and passerby.  From the earliest settlers of… Read more →
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      Pasta Moon

      Farm-Driven Dishes with Fresh Local Ingredients

      Just across the quaint stone bridge in downtown Half Moon Bay is a culinary treasure. Pasta Moon is a restaurant that manages to balance gracefully between two worlds… Read more →
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      For a Romantic Getaway

      A sunset over the ocean while you’re walking on the beach with your sweetheart is high on the list of those searching for romantic experiences. The Half Moon Bay Coastside… Read more →
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      With grand-scale splendor and small-town charm, the Half Moon Bay Coastside is a beloved destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Yet, it’s not just visitors… Read more →
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    Oceano Hotel and Spa

    Oceano Hotel and Spa

    Oceano Hotel and Spa, a premier luxury hotel in Half Moon Bay, is surrounded by coastal adventures and breathtaking views of the beautiful Northern California Coast. The Oceano is a favorite escape for those seeking a unique location for romance, business retreats and one-of-a-kind events. Learn More

  • Visit the Unforgettable Half Moon Bay Coastside

    Visit the Unforgettable Half Moon Bay Coastside

    The Half Moon Bay Coastside is only 30 minutes South of San Francisco, and 40 minutes from the Silicon Valley. With miles of gorgeous beaches, farm stands, open space and amazing places to eat and stay—there’s something here for everyone.

  • A Charming Boutique Shopping Experience

    A Charming Boutique Shopping Experience

    From the Historic Main Street in Half Moon Bay, the charming downtown Pescadero to the Pillar Point Harbor shops, the Coastside has something for everyone on your list.

  • Visit some of the oldest and tallest trees in the world

    Visit some of the oldest and tallest trees in the world

    Take a stroll through one of the most majestic forests in the world. Giant Sequoias only grow in three places in the world.

  • A Great Place for Corporate Retreats

    A Great Place for Corporate Retreats

    The Half Moon Bay Coastside is a spectacular place for a corporate getaway or team building day. We can help you make all the arrangements!

  • Pasta Moon, Contemporary Twists on Italian Classics. Pasta Moon, Contemporary Twists on Italian Classics.
    Pasta Moon, Contemporary Twists on Italian Classics.

    Pasta Moon, Contemporary Twists on Italian Classics.

    Just across the quaint stone bridge in downtown Half Moon Bay is a culinary treasure. Pasta Moon is a restaurant that manages to balance gracefully between two worlds... Read More

  • Sam's Chowder House Brings the Coastside to the Table  Sam's Chowder House Brings the Coastside to the Table
     Sam's Chowder House Brings the Coastside to the Table

    Sam's Chowder House Brings the Coastside to the Table

    Sam’s Chowder House sits steps from the shore with front row views of the Pacific—close enough to spy migrating whales leap from the water—and exceptional seafood that’s gained a loyal following and a shout-out on the Today Show...Read More

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Featured Events

The Half Moon Bay Coastside is host to many great events and weekly live music.
Click below for featured events, or check out the full events calendar →
Night of Lights Thumbnail
December 13
Night of Lights
Downtown Half Moon Bay
Holiday Sip & Shop Thumbnail
December 12
Holiday Sip & Shop
Mavericks Surf Company
Acoustic Friday featuring Nick Tyrrel Thumbnail
December 13
Acoustic Friday featuring Nick Tyrrel
Mullins Bar and Grill
Free Holiday Photo Event Thumbnail
December 13
Free Holiday Photo Event
Coldwell Banker - Half Moon Bay

Coastside Destinations

Half Moon Bay Hiking

Half Moon Bay Trail Guide

Hiking and Biking on the Coastside

The Coastside is blessed with a variety of natural settings, from sandy ocean beaches to old ranch lands. Trails lead you along dramatic ocean bluffs, through wetlands… Read more →
Sunset from Miramar Beach

Miramar Beach

A Hidden Coastside Gem

Offering more than the usual surf and sand, Miramar Beach is a hidden gem within the Half Moon Bay Coastside. Here, you’ll discover a charming, tight-knit coastal community… Read more →
Half Moon Bay from above

Relocating to the Coastside

A Neighborhood Guide

With grand-scale splendor and small-town charm, the Half Moon Bay Coastside is a beloved destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Yet, it’s not just visitors… Read more →

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The San Mateo County Coastside is made up of over 300 square miles of beautiful California countryside, with easy access to sandy beaches, redwood forests, and open spaces. The Coastside encompasses the cities of Half Moon Bay, Montara, Moss Beach, El Granada, San Gregorio, La Honda, and Pescadero. The Visit Half Moon Bay web site is jointly funded and maintained by the Half Moon Bay Chamber of Commerce & Visitors’ Bureau and the Half Moon Bay Business Improvement District.

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For visitor information, the Half Moon Bay Coastside Visitor Center is located at 235 Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 
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