
San Francisco Peninsula
The San Francisco Peninsula is a geographic area in Northern California that extends south from the city of San Francisco to the southern end of San Mateo County. It is bounded by the San Francisco Bay to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the Santa Cruz Mountains to the south. The peninsula includes major cities like San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Mountain View. It is known for its technological innovation, with Silicon Valley located at its southern tip, and features diverse communities, scenic natural landscapes, and a mild Mediterranean climate.