Travel overview of Burlingame, CA
Burlingame is a city in the county of San Mateo in California. Its humble beginnings started out as a mere community wherein wealthy San Franciscans looked for a place to settle. This place would have to have better climate and serve as a place for their second homes. Since the 1960s, the population has significantly increased and what is now known to be Burlingame. Burlingame is a city known for its affluence, high quality residential life, and for its Victorian architecture which can still be seen standing today. There are three areas in Burlingame that are always flocked with tourists any time of year including the Bayshore Area, Broadway, and Burlingame Avenue. The Bayshore Area offers spectacular views of San Francisco Bay and takes guests up close to the famous bay. Broadway is a place where guests can experience a bit of nostalgia; being the older section of town with its interesting collection of shops and restaurants. For the shops and high quality restaurants of today, visitors can head on over to Burlingame Avenue, where much of the city's commercial side can be seen.
Recent traveler reviews of Burlingame, CA
Below are reviews of the city of Burlingame, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.
"Great Hotel and City!"Score 5.0 / 5
Burlingame Ave is delightful! Great shops and restaurants. It's a sunny place.
Kathy K., from 26-Aug-2017
"Great Stay!"Score 4.0 / 5
The hotel location was close to the airport and also allowed for easy travel to sightseeing venues.
Roger M., from 06-Aug-2017
"Fantastic Area"Score 4.0 / 5
Burlingame has a stylish, downtown with nice restaurants and shopping. Easy access to all.
Kevin W. T., from 20-May-2017
The average traveler rating of the city of Burlingame, CA shown above is 4.3 out of 5 based on 3 reviews