4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
San Rafael area.. people was nice.. place was no crowd like San Francisco.. Great place for visit.. M. S. Li
San Rafael, CA
Travel Guide
Visit San Rafael
Where to stay in San Rafael
Terra Linda
Discover the Mall at Northgate, Marin County's only enclosed mall, featuring a 15-screen theater complex and anchor tenants like Macy's. Nearby, admire the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Marin County Civic Center building.
Country Club
While Country Club might 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.
Picnic Valley
Though Picnic Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.
Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park might 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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
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Popular places to visit
Marin County Civic Center
4/5(5 reviews)
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
5/5(6 reviews)
Find out about the history of San Rafael when you spend time at Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
China Camp State Park
Enjoy a trip to China Camp State Park and popular activities like hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area.
Marin History Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Marin History Museum during your trip to San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
Dominican University of California
5/5(5 reviews)
Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
McNears Beach Country Park
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, McNears Beach Country Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Rafael. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley
$167
per adult
Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners
$95
per adult
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option
$139
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Francisco in a Day: Alcatraz, Muir Woods & Sausalito
$179
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
$79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour
$143
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Reviews of San Rafael
4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
ScarletB.
Terrapin Crossroads is a big asset :) Nice cafe’s...
3/5 - Okay
Carlota
I like the mission.
3/5 - Okay
RL
It's a smaller, sleepier town than I expected. I was in the area to visit Muir Woods.
5/5 - Excellent
"D"
Marin County, Bay Area, wonderful place with so much to see and do ... and with such beauty. Just don't stay at the hotel while under construction. Come back after and it will be delightfully worth it.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Its the bay!
- Marin County Civic Center
- Dominican University of California
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel
- China Camp State Park
- McNears Beach Country Park
- Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market
- Peacock Gap Golf Club
- San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
- Falkirk Cultural Center
- Marin History Museum
- Gerstle Park
- Classic Billiards
- Rebound Bookstore
- Marin Bocce Federation
- Oracle Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Golden Gate Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Moscone Convention Center
- Chase Center
- Lombard Street
- Alcatraz Island
- Sonoma Plaza
- Jack London Square
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco State University
- Sonoma Raceway
- University of San Francisco