Mill Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with dense greenery, a clear blue sea, and a hilly backdrop.
A suspension bridge at sunset with the sun reflecting on the water.
A coastal town with a beach, dense forested hills, and a clear blue sky.
The Golden Gate Bridge over fog-covered hills with a sunset sky.
A sunset over a coastal city with a prominent bridge, a bay, and a mountain range.

Our guide on where to stay in Mill Valley

Find the best Mill Valley areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mill Valley
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A forested area with tall redwood trees and a wooden boardwalk.
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Almonte

Almonte might not have many top sights, but Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Sweetwater Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Mill Valley

If you're spending some time in Downtown Mill Valley, Sweetwater Music Hall and Lytton Square are top sights worth seeing.

Alto Sutton Manor

When in Alto Sutton Manor, you can plan a visit to Sweetwater Music Hall and Richardson Bay Audubon Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is AU$254 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$254
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,113 reviews)
"Great location but the room smells like cigarette unfortunately"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$284 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$284
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$272 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$272
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,392 reviews)
"Ove"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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Cozy Studio In The Hills Of Mill Valley.

Cozy Studio In The Hills Of Mill Valley.

Mill Valley CA
Stay at this apartment in Mill Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Muir Woods National Monument and Sweetwater ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (250 reviews)
"Cozy, quiet, sunny studio with comfy bed and great location to see a show at Sweetwater!"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Cozy Studio In The Hills Of Mill Valley.
Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF and Muir Woods

Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF and Muir Woods

Mill Valley CA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Mill Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Muir Woods National Monument and ...
Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF and Muir Woods
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

3 out of 5
2620 Jones St San Francisco CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Mill Valley attractions

A forested path with a wooden bench and railing, surrounded by tall trees and ferns.

Muir Woods National Monument

9.4/10 (1,050 reviews)
Walk among the magnificent giant redwood trees that are native to this region, in these beautiful woods, located just outside the city.
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Activities

Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

AU$56
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

AU$156
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

AU$79
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

AU$295
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

AU$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours

San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour

AU$100
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
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Cities near Mill Valley

A suspension bridge over a body of water with waves in the foreground.

Corte Madera

A waterfront pier with a restaurant and a building with a tower.

Sausalito

A coastal hiking trail with a metal railing, surrounded by greenery and overlooking the sea.

Muir Beach

A coastal hiking trail with a sunset view.

Stinson Beach

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