Sun Valley
San Rafael
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 Sun Valley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Everything was amazing, thank you for everything with friendliness and professionalism. Perfect area to stay
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Didn't see the free breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 5, 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 Jan 8, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel is really convenient to Chinatown and Japanese town. All is good except the elevator noise makes us crazy during night.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Rooms are clean, staff are friendly, initially issues with the room was rectify quickly and smoothly. Even provided a spare room whilst my original room was being sorted.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sun Valley
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.
Lincoln
Lincoln might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Falkirk Cultural Center.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Classic Billiards.
Civic Center
While visiting Civic Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market and Marin County Civic Center.
Santa Venetia
When in Santa Venetia, you can plan a visit to Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market and Marin County Civic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
