Picnic Valley

San Rafael

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 like 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 exploring the galleries in Marin History Museum during your trip to San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.

Marin History Museum

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Catch an event at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as biking. Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Dominican University of California

Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.

Dominican University of California

Things to do

We will teach you how to solder and melt metal

Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners

P5,356
per adult
Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners
Artisanal cheeses

Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley

P9,944
per adult
Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

P7,809
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option
The official Alcatraz tour is included on this tour!

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

P7,247
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

P4,438
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

P8,933
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour
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Top hotels in Picnic Valley

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 P7,434 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P7,434
P8,750 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,224 reviews)
"Great location with plenty of restaurants nearby within walking distance, friendly staff, easy check in and express check out was available as our flight home was at 6am. We booked one of their corner rooms which was newly renovated and had an amazing view. We were very happy with everything and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
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! (6,531 reviews)
"Great hotel! The room was well sized for two queen beds, there were plenty of amenities (including a store downstairs to feed my sweet tooth), and it was very close to great sites in SF."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
The price is P8,075 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P8,075
P12,093 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,630 reviews)
"A fantastic family-friendly hotel right in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf. The staff were incredibly warm and welcoming—always greeting us with a smile and even offering discounts to local businesses. Our grandson especially loved the nightly milk and Oreo cookies in the lobby, which added such a ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Soma House
Soma House
3.5 out of 5
121 7th Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is P4,211 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P4,211
P6,084 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (572 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience but the only thing I wish the rooms had is a mini fridge"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Soma House
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P4,680 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P4,680
P5,508 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (699 reviews)
Pride weekend
"I was very pleased with our stay. Great location everything is very close such as coffee shops, boutique stores, restaurants, and local liquor stores. Very close to Chinatown, union square, and DTSF."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,778 reviews)
"We loved the location! The room was clean, the staff were friendly, and they offer complementary coffee, cookies, and popcorn."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Picnic Valley

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Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park might 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.

Gerstle Park
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Bret Harte

While there might not be top attractions in Bret Harte, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin Country Mart and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Bret Harte
Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements

Downtown San Rafael

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

Downtown San Rafael
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Montecito-Happy Valley

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montecito-Happy Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Montecito-Happy Valley
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West End

West End might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

West End
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Country Club

While Country Club might 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.

Country Club

Picnic Valley