Downtown Mill Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Mill Valley
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.
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 beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Our pick of the best Downtown Mill Valley Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Everything was horrible and I was overcharged
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
It was a ok hotel. It is a dated building.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
the walls were so thin that you could hear everything- our room was on the third floor but could hear people talking in the seating area outside the lobby. They were LOUD!!!! the water pressure in the sink was very low. the location was good.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Clean room, LOVED my stay honestly… yes in a weird area at night. But it’s gorgeous during the day.. it was my first time in SF. Solo traveler. Went to SF for a rave. I loved everything! Would def stay again… unfortunately did not make it to bfast either days of my 2 nights
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Traveled with children , it was a fantastic stay right at the heart of Chinatown . We got to experience the culture and the local food places were amazing. Overall we had a wonderful stay
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Julian
I enjoyed that you could cast your shows to the TV, the gym was clean and the wifi was consistent. The AC worked amazingly and the water was good.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mill Valley
Alto Sutton Manor
When in Alto Sutton Manor, you can plan a visit to Sweetwater Music Hall and Richardson Bay Audubon Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Almonte
Almonte might not have many top sights, but Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Sweetwater Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
