Gerstle Park
San Rafael
Visit Gerstle Park
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 Bocce Federation
Catch an event at Marin Bocce Federation, and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as biking. While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.
Gerstle Park
Gerstle Park is just one of the places to see in San Rafael, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and biking trails in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Top hotels in Gerstle Park
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Excellent place to stay excellent breakfast in the morning, the only thing I didn’t like is having to pay for parking $60 a night and across the street was a parking ramp for $40 a night.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Check in was easy, it is a $150 deposite. The parking is ridiculously high but it’s San Francisco so you can’t be surprised. The room was clean. The hotel itself was clean and nice. We would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
the toilet was leaking on floor, no room safe, the hot tub was out of order
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Friendly staff & beautiful room.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
The single king room was the perfect place to recharge before our flight back home to Louisiana. It was the last night of our honeymoon and friends met us at Kaiyo for dinner which was exceptional. We can't wait to visit again!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Good service, excellent staff at the front desk. Very nice room accommodation.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gerstle Park
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.
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.
Fairhills
Fairhills might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
