Things to do in San Rafael
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Cruises & boat tours
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Tours & day trips
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Water activities
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Adventure & outdoor
See all 5 activitiesOpens in new tabGuided Bike tour across the Golden Gate Bridge
Food, drink & nightlife
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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
This mission in San Rafael, which still offers services, is an interesting destination to learn more about California’s religious history.
China Camp State Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of China Camp State Park and enjoy the hiking trails 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.
Peacock Gap Golf Club
Play a round of golf in San Rafael at Peacock Gap Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as hiking. Wander the marina and lush forest in the area.
McNears Beach Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at McNears Beach Country Park, a lovely green space in San Rafael. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Falkirk Cultural Center
After visiting Falkirk Cultural Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Rafael. Amble around this family-friendly area's lush forest and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Areas of San Rafael
Terra Linda
While there might not be top attractions in Terra Linda, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.
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.
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.
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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
Los Ranchitos
When in Los Ranchitos, you can plan a visit to Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bayside Acres
Though Bayside Acres might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peacock Gap Golf Club and McNears Beach Country Park.
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