West End Travel Guide
San Rafael
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour - Including Golden Gate Bridge
Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour
Top hotels in West End
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Very organized
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Very good hotel. Love it
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
N/a
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Clean room Friendly staff especially the housekeeper
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean rooms. Exceptional service by all check in staff
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great hotel
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End
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.
Fairhills
When in Fairhills, you can plan a visit to Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sun Valley
While Sun Valley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like American Legion Log Cabin and Marin County Civic Center.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
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.
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.
