Canal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Peacock Gap Golf Club
Play a round of golf in San Rafael at Peacock Gap Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as hiking. Wander the marina and lush forest in the area.
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.
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
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Our pick of the best Canal Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Everything was excellent, thank you!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Room was really nice. Mostly quiet in halls.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
The room was very clean. The staff were helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
It was good
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Front desk staff were polite and welcoming. Room was clean with all amenities working as they should. Only real issue I had was being told on-site parking was $95 for the night. If we wanted to pay a fraction of it, we would need to park off-site. The off-site parking was around the corner. Carrying ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Great hotel
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Canal
California Park
While California Park isn't home to many top sights, Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart are some notable places to visit nearby.
Francisco Boulevard West
While there might not be top attractions in Francisco Boulevard West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
Country Club
While Country Club may 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 Falkirk Cultural Center.
Southeast San Rafael
While there might not be top attractions in Southeast San Rafael, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart.
Bret Harte
Bret Harte might not have many top sights, but Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Peacock Gap Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
