Canal Waterfront, CA
San Rafael
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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
Find out about the history of San Rafael when you spend time at Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
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.
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.
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.
Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market during your trip to San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Canal Waterfront Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Overall wonderful experience. Staff was great, room was great.. a little cold but housekeeping brought up an extra blanket and i was perfect. Outdoor fireplaces were lovely. Great location so close to pier 39.
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Everything was great. Easy parking, very close to all great restaurants and all walking distance. Staff very helpful and the hotel overall very clean.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was clean, and the staff - from check-in to housekeeping - were all super friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
The STAFF!! So friendly, chipper, smiley, warm - the bellhops/valets, in particular, all seemed to love their work and their jobs and get along so well with one another. Their enthusiasm was palpable! I travel over 150 days/year for business and I can’t remember the last time I saw a more jovial ...
Reviewed on 8 January 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Itai and Simon were very helpful throughout our stay. The room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The hotel was very close to food and entertainment. We particularly enjoyed walking to Underdogs Cantina for dinner. Excellent stay!
Reviewed on 8 January 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
near campus, nice pool, beautiful sunset in the marina.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Canal Waterfront
Francisco Boulevard West
While Francisco Boulevard West 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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Classic Billiards.
Picnic Valley
Though Picnic Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
Canal
While there might not be top attractions in Canal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Mission San Rafael Arcangel.
California Park
California Park might not have many top sights, but Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Canal Waterfront, CA
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Park
- Moscone Convention Center
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Lombard Street
- Chase Center
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco State University
- University of San Francisco
- Sonoma Raceway
- Embarcadero Center
- UCSF Medical Center
- Union Square
- Palace Hotel
- Ferry Building
- Palace of Fine Arts
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Ocean Beach
- California Academy of Sciences
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- SF Masonic Auditorium
- San Francisco Zoo
- Ghirardelli Square
- Fox Theater
- Point Reyes National Seashore
