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Colma
Spend a half‑day in Colma to see the cemeteries and Skyline College, then catch BART back to San Francisco; no overnight needed.
Colma is a small town on the San Francisco Peninsula, best known for its historic cemeteries and easy BART access. A few hours suffice to walk the cemetery grounds, grab a bite at Cafe Colma, and explore Skyline College, then return to nearby San Francisco or Daly City for more activities.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (fog and occasional fire restrictions on nearby hills)
- Airport
- SFO
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Colma911 ▾
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Colma, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyColma is low‑crime; standard city precautions apply.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSFO San Francisco International Airport (BART connects directly to Colma station).
- Getting aroundBART stops at Colma (north‑south line).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at Cafe Colma$2–3
- Street or quick mealFilipino breakfast (tselog) at Cafe Colma$5–7
- Metro or bus rideSamTrans bus ridecheck$2–3
- Budget bedStandard hotel room, a night, per roomUS$90
- Mid-range bedStandard hotel room, a night, per roomUS$130
- High-end bedStandard hotel room, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$5 · Mid US$8 · High US$12
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SFO San Francisco International Airport (BART connects directly to Colma station)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Feb
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Mar
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
not flagged
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Jan (7 rain days), driest Jun (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Colma: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Feb
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Dec
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
BART stops at Colma (north‑south line). SamTrans routes #120, #121, #123 serve the BART station and nearby neighborhoods; walkable within the town centre.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
San Francisco
goDoor to door: ≈20 min
BART northbound, about 15 min
Visit Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Park, or downtown.
San Bruno Mountain (hiking)
cautionDoor to door: ≈45 min
SamTrans #120 to San Bruno, then local trailhead
Check trail closures for fire safety.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Colma hotel options
Major chains present; suitable for a quick night if needed
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–70 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–110 excl. bed
- High
- $130+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Standard hotel room1 × 1 night × US$90 | US$90 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$5 | US$5 |
| BART single ride (Colma ↔ San Francisco)1 × US$4 · check | US$4 |
| SamTrans bus day pass1 × US$5 · check | US$5 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$10 |
| Trip total≈ US$114 per person per day, bed included | US$114 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rentals excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at Cafe Colma | $2–3 |
| Filipino breakfast (tselog) at Cafe Colma | $5–7 |
| BART fare (single ride)check | $3–4 |
| SamTrans bus ridecheck | $2–3 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking near the cemeteries can be limited; use BART if possible.
- Some cemetery sections close for private events; check signage.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulate in San Francisco (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- BART Colma↔San Francisco: about $3.50 each way (check)
- SamTrans bus day pass: about $5 per person (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis-KOOL-peh)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-syahs)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (KWAHN-toh KWEHS-tah)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the restroom? (DON-deh ehs-TAH el BAH-nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Colma. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (fog and occasional fire restrictions on nearby hills) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- BART‑to‑hotel contract for Colma: last BART southbound train 00:30, taxi fallback.
- Walking clusters: cemetery loop, Skyline College quad, downtown mall.
Sources
- officialWikidata – Colma
- secondaryWikivoyage: Colma, revision 5302693 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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