Downtown Mill Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Muir Woods National Monument
Walk among towering redwoods hundreds of years old at this National Park, less than an hour’s drive from downtown San Francisco.
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Golden Gate National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. Stroll along the seaside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
Just across the Golden Gate Bridge, discover rugged wilderness, a quiet beach and stunning hiking trails also suitable for riding a bike or horse.
Red Rock Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Red Rock Beach during your trip to Mill Valley? Amble around this family-friendly area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.
Old Mill Park
Old Mill Park is just one of the places to see in Mill Valley, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and lush forest in this vibrant area.
Sweetwater Music Hall
You can make plans for a show at Sweetwater Music Hall during your stay in Mill Valley. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour - Including Golden Gate Bridge
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Hop-on, Hop-off City Tour & Muir Woods Excursion
Top hotels in Downtown Mill Valley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The hotel location is fantastic and the stash are generally very helpful and courteous. My reason for a three star rating was based on personal issues like bed and pillow comfort and noise levels between rooms. The mattress being too soft for my back; and the pillows being too thick for my comfort ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
microwave in every floor of the building would be convenient for guest to warm food not going all the way down the main lobby carrying back aroma of the food up in the elevator with incoming guest situating in their rooms
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Great coffee station and lounge. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room but noisy. Safe parking.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Centrally located hotel with everything you may need located near union square. Comfy bed. Only downside was that tv is outdated and not compatible with Netflix’s or any streaming service. Would def stay again!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean and quiet
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mill Valley
Alto Sutton Manor
When in Alto Sutton Manor, you can plan a visit to Sweetwater Music Hall and Marin Theatre Company, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Almonte
Almonte might not have many top sights, but Marin Theatre Company and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
