Picnic Valley

San Rafael

Popular places to visit

Marin County Civic Center

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.

Marin County Civic Center
Mission San Rafael Arcangel featuring a statue or sculpture

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.

Mission San Rafael Arcangel
China Camp State Park

China Camp State Park

Enjoy a trip to China Camp State Park and popular activities such as hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area.

China Camp State Park
Marin History Museum

Marin History Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Marin History Museum in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

Marin History Museum

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Catch an event at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as cycling.Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Dominican University of California

Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California as part of your travels around San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

Dominican University of California

Things to do

We will teach you how to solder and melt metal

Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners

RM402
per adult
Experience Create your own jewelry workshop for beginners
Artisanal cheeses

Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley

RM749
per adult
Ensenada Shore Excursion: Wine and Cheese Tour with Lunch in Ojos Negros Valley
Inside the cell block at Alcatraz

Alcatraz Island Tour Package

RM559
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Tour Package
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

RM588
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
The official Alcatraz tour is included on this tour!

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

RM546
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

RM334
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
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Top hotels in Picnic Valley

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is RM541 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
RM541
RM637 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,283 reviews)
"This was a great place for a vacation with 2 young girls. We were close to everything, food was good, service was good and the girls got to swim!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is RM549 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
RM549
RM821 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,569 reviews)
"Walking distance to the piers and tourist sites. Breakfast was very good. Lot of variety and they always replenish."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is RM575 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
RM575
RM677 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,455 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel located in the financial districts. It was about a 10 minute walk to little Italy and maybe 5 minutes to Chinatown. I definitely felt safe walking around this area. Rooms were clean and up to date."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is RM762 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM762
RM1,092 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,743 reviews)
"Awesome!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

4 out of 5
999 California Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is RM675 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
RM675
RM954 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,034 reviews)
"Great hotel!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
The price is RM683 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
RM683
RM999 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,667 reviews)
Excellent stay!
"Excellent stay - will definitely be back! Our family lives the games room & enjoyed the 2hrs free bikes. Too bad they don’t allow kids to use the bikes but we were able to rent a bike for our son juat around the corner from the hotel."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
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Other neighbourhoods around Picnic Valley

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Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gerstle Park
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Bret Harte

Bret Harte might not have many top sights, but Marin Country Mart and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bret Harte
Mission San Rafael Arcangel featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.

Downtown San Rafael
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Montecito-Happy Valley

While Montecito-Happy Valley isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Montecito-Happy Valley
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West End

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End and surrounding area, you can visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.

West End
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Country Club

While Country Club may 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.

Country Club

Picnic Valley