Picnic Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.
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.
Activities

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

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

Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Our pick of the best Picnic Valley Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Soma House
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Picnic Valley

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.

Bret Harte
Bret Harte might not have many top sights, but Marin Country Mart and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.

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.

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 Marin Country Mart.
- San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- Union Square
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Greek Theater
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- Palace of Fine Arts
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