Southeast San Rafael Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southeast San Rafael
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.
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.
Activities
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Our pick of the best Southeast San Rafael Hotel Deals
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Friendly staffs and very clean room
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Room was clean and staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room and great breakfast buffet. Staff at front desk were friendly and helpful. Great location and walking distance to Pier 39. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Beautiful location, very secluded and the service and facilities were excellent. Will definitely return!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Great rooms that are modern, spacious and clean! Also, the lobby area is spectacular.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Everything was perfect! It was our first time staying at The Fairmont and it far exceeded my expectations!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast San Rafael
Spinnaker Point
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Spinnaker Point and surrounding area, you can visit Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
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.
Canal Waterfront
While Canal Waterfront isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin Country Mart are some notable places to visit nearby.
Montecito-Happy Valley
While Montecito-Happy Valley isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin Country Mart are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Marin Country Mart.
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin Country Mart are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Southeast San Rafael Travel Guide
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- Union Square
- Embarcadero Center
- Palace of Fine Arts
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Point Reyes National Seashore
