ABOUT THE LOCATION | Downtown San Mateo, California | HKCreate Bay Area Photographers
- Apr 22
- 2 min read

Downtown San Mateo, California
380 1st Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
Our niece was all about that city vibe for her senior graduation pics, so we hit up Downtown San Mateo in Northern California. It totally blew us away! The place is packed with cool storefronts, brick buildings, and loads of colorful backdrops, making it an awesome spot for snapping some fun and creative shots. We wrapped up her photoshoot at Somi Somi, where they serve the most amazing frozen yogurt!
Located at the heart of San Mateo, Downtown San Mateo can get pretty busy on weekends and weekday evenings. We'd recommend planning your HKCreate Bay Area shoot on a weekday to dodge the crowds and keep your photos distraction-free. If you're after a fun, lively, and urban-style photoshoot, follow this About the Location Guide and this spot is just what you need!
LOCATION FEES
Monday-Saturday Parking is $1.25 per hour before 6pm.
Parking is free Sundays, holidays, and daily after 6pm.
Additional travel fees for HKCreate apply.
RESTROOMS
Portable restrooms are available for public use.
ACCESSIBILITY
The area is easily accessible with sidewalk, brick and paved areas.
PETS
Pets are allowed in public areas but not inside stores or restaurants.
DOWNSIDES
Since it's a small area, it tends to get pretty packed on weekends and weekday nights, which can limit your photo options. It's a good idea to plan your photoshoot on a weekday to avoid the crowds.
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ABOUT HK CREATE PHOTOGRAPHY
Located in the Bay Area in San Jose, California, HK Create is a sister photography duo who love connecting with people to capture lasting memories. Known for their joyful, candid, and creative photos, these natural light photographers want your experience to be more than just getting awesome photos, but aim for connection, interaction and authenticity in your photos, while embracing the joy and chaos that comes along with it!
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