Gerstle Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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

Gerstle Park

Gerstle Park is just one of the places to see in San Rafael, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and cycling trails in this family-friendly area.

Gerstle Park

Dominican University of California

Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California as part of your travels around San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

Dominican University of California

Activities

Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$183
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

AU$212
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Love Bus tour

San Francisco Love Tour

AU$130
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Love Tour
Combo image of Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz

2-Day, 2-Tour Alcatraz & Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour

AU$188
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
2-Day, 2-Tour Alcatraz & Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour
Alcatraz Island in San Francisco

Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island

AU$244
per adult
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Red wood trees in Muir Woods, San Francisco

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour + Bay Cruise Adventure

AU$203
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour + Bay Cruise Adventure
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Our pick of the best Gerstle Park 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$239 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$239
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (4,690 reviews)
"Price was high but had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$248 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$248
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,774 reviews)
"It was challenging getting luggage to/from room as the lift was broken"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
The price is AU$204 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$204
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,520 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$487 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$487
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,403 reviews)
"Obviously, this is a historic, classic, original Fairmont hotel. Friendly staffs, and great services. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about this property. Firmaont San Francisco, enough said."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
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$302 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$302
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,984 reviews)
"Breakfast was great for us with alot of choice . We found the location excellent. We actually walked to the cruise ship port rather than Uber because it was so close !"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

5 out of 5
41 Tunnel Road, Berkeley, CA
The price is AU$585 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$585
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,020 reviews)
"excellent"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Claremont Resort & Club
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Other neighbourhoods around Gerstle Park

Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.

Downtown San Rafael
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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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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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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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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

Gerstle Park Travel Guide

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