Central Park and Japanese Garden

Name: Central Park and Japanese Garden
Telephone: (650) 522-7434

A downtown public park with family-friendly outdoor spaces. Verified amenities include a playground, both reservable and drop-in picnic areas, and a Japanese garden featuring a koi pond and tea house suitable for family visits.

Where

50 East 5th Avenue, San Mateo, California 94401, United States

Hours

Sunday: 11:00–16:00
Monday: 10:00–16:00
Tuesday: 10:00–16:00
Wednesday: 10:00–16:00
Thursday: 10:00–16:00
Friday: 10:00–16:00
Saturday: 11:00–16:00

Accessibility

Parking: Paid · Garage · No dedicated on-site lot noted; nearby city-owned parking garages and lots (e.g., Kiku Garage on 5th Ave, Central Garage, Tennis Court Garage) and metered street parking. Hourly fees apply (about $0.75–$1.25/hr depending on facility). City-owned garages are free Sundays, City-designated holidays, and after 6:00PM; garages closed 2:00AM–5:00AM.
Restroom: Standard

Rules

* Dogs are not allowed in the Japanese Garden.

Contact

Phone: (650) 522-7434
Website: https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/3319/Central-Park-Japanese-Garden