Canal Waterfront
San Rafael
Visit Canal Waterfront
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
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.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco
Top hotels in Canal Waterfront
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Food is good and staff friendly
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Pacifico our bellman was amazing! The room was great and all super easy.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
YES!
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Hotel was decent. Rooms were clean. The only thing we weren’t happy with was there was no room service from the hotel restaurant. We had to go downstairs to order and then wait to bring up to the room.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Good
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was great, location was good. Food was just ok. We would stay here again.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
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.
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 Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
