Downtown Mill Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Muir Woods National Monument
Gaze in awe at the majestic towering redwood trees at this National Park, less than an hour’s drive from downtown San Francisco, yet a world away.
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.
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.
Throckmorton Theater
You can enjoy a show at Throckmorton Theater on your trip to Mill Valley. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Lytton Square
During your visit to Mill Valley, you can enjoy retail therapy at Lytton Square. Stroll along the seaside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Our pick of the best Downtown Mill Valley Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Fast, easy check in. Very convenient having a restaurant located inside the hotel
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room and hotel was clean. The staff was friendly. The hotel was a great location. Couldn’t ask for anything else.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
There was noise from both other rooms and hotel personal working at the corridors. Also, waiting at Laurel Court as a hotel restaurant because of a lot of people visiting the hotel really doesn’t make sense. Room TV is small and very old for long stays. Thank you.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
I had an amazing stay here. The hotel is super quiet and peaceful, which made it really relaxing. The views by the water are absolutely beautiful — perfect for morning walks or just enjoying the scenery. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the overall vibe was calm and refreshing. If you’re ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great room , amazing city view
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
All
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
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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.
Downtown Mill Valley Travel Guide
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Lombard Street
- Alcatraz Island
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Union Square
- Embarcadero Center
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Point Reyes National Seashore
