Bret Harte Travel Guide

San Rafael

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 featuring 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

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

Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market during your trip to San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

Things to do

We will teach you how to solder and melt metal

Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners

Rp1.545.840
per adult
Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners
Artisanal cheeses

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

Rp2.880.144
per adult
Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Rp2.261.808
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

Rp1.285.488
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

Rp2.034.000
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

Rp1.449.835
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour
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Top hotels in Bret Harte

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 Rp2.316.235 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp2.316.235
Rp3.400.743 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,779 reviews)
"hotels, break is good"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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 Rp2.210.625 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp2.210.625
Rp2.601.824 total
21 Sept - 22 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,521 reviews)
"Feels safe! Breakfast is an extra fee, but 100% worth it, could not find a eating spot and delicious food for that price otherwise. Will be coming back here!!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is Rp3.227.512 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp3.227.512
Rp4.568.246 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,850 reviews)
"It’s a nice, clean, well maintained hotel. Very close to BART and the Ferry Building."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is Rp2.352.269 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp2.352.269
Rp2.768.503 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,737 reviews)
"Great stay, thank you"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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 Rp2.139.230 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp2.139.230
Rp2.517.767 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,564 reviews)
"It was an excellent hotel and a great price. The only downside is as of most of San fran there is no parking. On the bright side the very helpful front desk staff advised me of a parking lot very close by for a good price."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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 Rp2.638.013 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp2.638.013
Rp3.104.809 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,690 reviews)
"Excellent staff but the building is dated. The location was outstanding for dining, transportation and shopping."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bret Harte

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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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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
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral 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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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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Country Club

While Country Club may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.

Country Club
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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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