Los Ranchitos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Marin County Civic Center

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.

Marin County Civic Center
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a statue or sculpture

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.

Mission San Rafael Arcangel
China Camp State Park

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.

China Camp State Park
Marin History Museum

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.

Marin History Museum

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.

Dominican University of California

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.

Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

Activities

Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

NZ$235
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
The official Alcatraz tour is included on this tour!

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

NZ$219
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

NZ$212
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$203
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

NZ$235
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise
San Francisco Love Bus tour

San Francisco Love Tour

NZ$144
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Love Tour
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Our pick of the best Los Ranchitos Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$281 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$281
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,584 reviews)
"Everything was fine but not OUTSTANDING. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$457 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$457
per night
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,883 reviews)
"Great location, good staff, impressive building architecture. However, I have two small complains: my minibar was empty and the girl at the market wasn´t nice when I went to buy a sandwich."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$354 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$354
per night
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,845 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to Fisherman's Wharf."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$258 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$258
per night
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,599 reviews)
"A block or two away from the Transamerica building. Walkable distance to Chinatown, Little Italy, and the Ferry Terminal. They do not validate parking at 1 Embarcadero like their messaging system says. Rooms are kind of small, but not too terrible. Beds are super comfortable. Staff is amazing and ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$268 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$268
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,778 reviews)
"The hotel offers excellent amenities and is situated in a fantastic location, making it easy to explore nearby attractions and shopping areas."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$652 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
NZ$652
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,374 reviews)
"Old world charm…. Decor. But the rooms were musty and a lot of leakage in the lobby area."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around Los Ranchitos

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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.

West End
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Terra Linda

Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Terra Linda
Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.

Downtown San Rafael
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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.

Gerstle Park
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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.

Montecito-Happy Valley
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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.

Picnic Valley

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