Downtown San Rafael Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture
Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a statue or sculpture and religious aspects
Mission San Rafael Arcangel featuring a statue or sculpture
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a statue or sculpture

Popular places to visit

Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a statue or sculpture

Mission San Rafael Arcangel

This mission in San Rafael, which still offers services, is an interesting destination to learn more about California’s religious history.

Mission San Rafael Arcangel
Marin History Museum

Marin History Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Marin History Museum in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

Marin History Museum
Marin County Civic Center

Marin County Civic Center

After visiting Marin County Civic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Marin County Civic Center
China Camp State Park

China Camp State Park

Enjoy a trip to China Camp State Park and popular activities such as hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area.

China Camp State Park

Falkirk Cultural Center

After visiting Falkirk Cultural Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Rafael. Amble around this family-friendly area's lush forest and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Falkirk Cultural Center

Classic Billiards

Enjoy an outing to Classic Billiards during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

Classic Billiards

Activities

Artisanal cheeses

Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley

AU$274
per adult
Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley
entering the Muir Woods through a wooden path in San Francisco

Muir Woods Redwoods Tour and Sausalito (Ticket fee included)

AU$162
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods Redwoods Tour and Sausalito (Ticket fee included)
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour

Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)

AU$147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
2hr - SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

SAN FRANCISCO: (2hr) SUNSET Sailing Experience on SF Bay

AU$229
per adult
SAN FRANCISCO: (2hr) SUNSET Sailing Experience on SF Bay
Muir Woods Self-Guided Walking and Driving Audio Tour

Muir Woods National Monument: Self-Guided Walking and Driving Audio Tour

AU$22
per traveller
Muir Woods National Monument: Self-Guided Walking and Driving Audio Tour
Alcatraz Day Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

Alcatraz Day Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

AU$474
per adult
Alcatraz Day Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown San Rafael Hotel Deals

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$229 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$229
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,212 reviews)
"Would recommend."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

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
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,507 reviews)
"Very clean and wonderful breakfast!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$122 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$122
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (698 reviews)
"Not far away from some famous places"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$327 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$327
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,625 reviews)
"This is hands-down, the best hotel in San Francisco. I travel to the city frequently and have tried several hotels, but this one takes the cake. It’s quiet, the staff is incredibly friendly, it’s clean and safe. I won’t stay anywhere else!"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Soma House
Soma House
3.5 out of 5
121 7th Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$179 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$179
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (566 reviews)
"Close to public transportation which is great. The room could have been nicer though. Had a bit of an odd smell. Staff was very friendly but the room needed a bit of work (loose ceiling fan, broken doorframe in the bathroom, shower door that did not completely close)."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Soma House
Hotel Garrett
Hotel Garrett
3 out of 5
112 7th St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$166 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$166
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (509 reviews)
"It was walking distance from Oracle Park. No refrigerator. Overall very nice place."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hotel Garrett
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Rafael

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Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gerstle Park
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Picnic Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Picnic Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Picnic Valley
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West End

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End and surrounding area, you can visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.

West End
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Montecito-Happy Valley

While Montecito-Happy Valley isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Montecito-Happy Valley
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Bret Harte

Bret Harte might not have many top sights, but Marin Country Mart and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bret Harte
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Los Ranchitos

Los Ranchitos might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Los Ranchitos

Downtown San Rafael Travel Guide

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