Downtown San Rafael, CA
San Rafael
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Classic Billiards
Enjoy an outing to Classic Billiards during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
Downtown San Rafael Hotel Deals
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great room, great view and great staff...ridiculous parking fees!!
Reviewed on 1 December 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Staff was pleasant and helpful. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. I enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 30 November 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hands down the most friendly, helpful staff of any hotel we’ve ever stayed at. Every employee we spoke with was so incredibly kind and eager to help. Very clean rooms. Gorgeous views. We were able to walk to the warf and felt very safe having our car in the garage at the hotel.
Reviewed on 3 December 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
No body wash in the shower
Reviewed on 28 November 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 3 December 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Great hotel with wonderful staff! Can’t beat the location.
Reviewed on 1 December 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown San Rafael
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 Marin Country Mart.
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 Anselmo Town Hall.
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 Marin Country Mart.
Fairhills
Fairhills might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Marin Country Mart.
West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Anselmo Town Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown San Rafael, CA
- Places of interest
- Downtown San Rafael Hotels by Star Rating
- Hotels in top San Rafael neighborhoods
- Downtown San Rafael Hotels by Brand
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel
- San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
- Marin History Museum
- Classic Billiards
- Rebound Bookstore
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Chase Center
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Alcatraz Island
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- University of San Francisco
- Sonoma Raceway
- Ferry Building
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Union Square
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco State University
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- Ocean Beach
- UCSF Medical Center
- Palace Hotel
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- California Academy of Sciences
