Downtown San Rafael Travel Guide

San Rafael

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

Popular places to visit

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
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

Things to do

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
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour

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

Rp1.551.065
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Muir Woods Self-Guided Walking and Driving Audio Tour

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

Rp277.396
per traveller
Muir Woods National Monument: Self-Guided Walking and Driving Audio Tour
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour - Including Golden Gate Bridge

Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour - Including Golden Gate Bridge

Rp1.632.537
per adult
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour - Including Golden Gate Bridge
Muir Redwoods Guided Tour from San Francisco

Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco

Rp1.567.392
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco
Bird's eye view of the Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Helicopter Adventure

Rp6.187.933
per adult
Golden Gate Helicopter Adventure
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Top hotels in Downtown San Rafael

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 22 Jun to 23 Jun
Rp3.099.033
Rp4.401.013 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
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 22 Jun to 23 Jun
Rp2.085.098
Rp3.129.613 total
22 Jun - 23 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! (485 reviews)
"Front desk is always so friendly"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 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