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

P5,337
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
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
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

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

P6,742
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Picnic Valley

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 P7,268 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
P7,268
P10,875 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
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! (6,534 reviews)
"Stayed 6 days. Great hotel loved the location to walk to so many places. Very clean place. Great breakfast everyday included. Wish pool was inside cause it was to cold to use but other than that I would recommend and would stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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 P7,183 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
P7,183
P8,454 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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! (4,184 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay! Room was clean and bed was comfortable! The staff was very welcoming and helpful! Only issue was the man at the restaurant was pretty rude. Besides that unpleasant interaction all other staff was wonderful!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P6,177 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P6,177
P7,270 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,402 reviews)
"Fast check in, parking lot to expensive and dirty"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
The price is P8,062 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P8,062
P12,074 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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)
"Good a location. No coffee/ tea in room and no fridge. Secure parking underground was a plus. Easy to walk to restaurants and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P4,768 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P4,768
P5,612 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
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! (695 reviews)
Great hotel!
"This hotel is awesome. we read some poorceeviews before going and don't understand people. couldn't have been nicer."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
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 P6,582 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
P6,582
P7,747 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,395 reviews)
"The property was spotless, check in was very easy. The staff was incredibly attentive and very nice. They have a fun coffee machine available 24x7 in their cozy “living room” with couches, comfortable chairs, and a fireplace. There is a restaurant right next-door and parking, not very far away at ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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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