Montecito-Happy Valley 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

McNears Beach Country Park

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, McNears Beach Country Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Rafael. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

McNears Beach Country Park

Things to do

We will teach you how to solder and melt metal

Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners

Rp1.551.065
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

Rp2.889.879
per adult
Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Rp2.133.286
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

Rp1.289.833
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

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

Rp1.959.240
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

Rp1.519.391
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour
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Top hotels in Montecito-Happy Valley

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is Rp3.099.033 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
Rp3.099.033
Rp4.400.955 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (1,699 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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 Rp2.160.305 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
Rp2.160.305
Rp2.542.683 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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! (4,123 reviews)
"Clean. Comfortable. Amazing view of the city from windows. Trolley card stop right outside hotel. Very convenient."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 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
The price is Rp2.085.098 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
Rp2.085.098
Rp3.129.613 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (6,463 reviews)
"We love this hotel. The staff are all excellent. The breakfast is wonderful."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.903.692 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp1.903.692
Rp2.244.913 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,749 reviews)
"We had a good time! Richard the bell man is the best! The front desk ladies are so helpful. Gary is also is amazing. The fresh cookies everyday are so so good! The location of this hotel is perfect!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.200.045 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp2.200.045
Rp3.342.394 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,600 reviews)
"Nice customer service"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Garrett
Hotel Garrett
3 out of 5
112 7th St, San Francisco, CA
The price is Rp1.269.004 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
Rp1.269.004
Rp1.821.675 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (482 reviews)
"Front desk is always so friendly"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Hotel Garrett
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Other neighbourhoods around 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 Falkirk Cultural Center.

Downtown San Rafael
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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 Country Mart.

Country Club
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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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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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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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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

Montecito-Happy Valley Travel Guide