Los Ranchitos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Our pick of the best Los Ranchitos Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Everything was good clean, i loved
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
This hotel is in an excellent location. It serves its purpose. It’s older but the room was clean and it was quiet.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great location. Full breakfast with efficient service. Bathrooms a little small and could use some updates.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Good place and great zone
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Julian
La tensión del personal es excelente, sólo que cuando llegamos algo pasó con la calefacción del agua porque no había agua caliente para dársela la ducha, pero las repararon unas horas después este es mi segunda vez en el hotel Julián y lo mismo opine en la primera vez que lo que haría mejor, sus ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The hotel stay was nice. The staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Los Ranchitos
Sun Valley
While Sun Valley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like American Legion Log Cabin and Marin County Civic Center.
Fairhills
When in Fairhills, you can plan a visit to Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Civic Center
While visiting Civic Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market and Marin County Civic Center.
Santa Venetia
Though Santa Venetia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market and Marin County Civic Center.
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 Marin History Museum.
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 Classic Billiards.
