Downtown San Rafael Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown San Rafael
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.
San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
Catch an event at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as cycling.Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops 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.
Classic Billiards
Enjoy an outing to Classic Billiards during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.
Activities
Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour + Bay Cruise Adventure
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour - Including Golden Gate Bridge
Hop-on, Hop-off City Tour & Muir Woods Excursion
SAN FRANCISCO: (2hr) SUNSET Sailing Experience on SF Bay
Our pick of the best Downtown San Rafael Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room! Breakfast is amazing and staff was soo so nice. Location was perfect to get everywhere and walking distance
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was large and I had a view of the city
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Great location, staff & amenities.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Very good hospitality
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Agradecidos por el cambio de habitación y agua de cortesía a una más cómoda o amplia el punto que mejoraría o que no fue nuestro agrado, es el baño que está abierto o sin techo a la habitación y realmente salen todos los ruidos y olores llevamos 25 años juntos pero si es antihigienico y es un área ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean room, nice staff.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Rafael
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.
Lincoln
While there might not be top attractions in Lincoln, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.
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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
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.
Montecito-Happy Valley
While Montecito-Happy Valley isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
West End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End and surrounding area, you can visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.
