What to do in San Rafael, CA

Activities, attractions and tours
Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Places to Visit in San Rafael

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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
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Picnic Valley

If you're spending some time in Picnic Valley, San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and Marin Bocce Federation are top sights worth seeing.

Picnic Valley
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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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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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Country Club
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Los Ranchitos

Los Ranchitos 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.

Los Ranchitos
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Bayside Acres

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayside Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Peacock Gap Golf Club and McNears Beach Country Park.

Bayside Acres

Day trip destinations from San Rafael