China Camp Travel Guide
San Rafael
Popular places to visit

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.

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.
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.
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.
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

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco

Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Top hotels in China Camp

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Great great stay.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Included breakfast is amazing!!!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean room and friendly, courteous staff!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Staff was very courteous. Room was clean, but balcony was not cleaned and furniture was old.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Easy check in, staff was great. Great area and easy to walk to where you need to fo
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Large spot on floor, wall dirty or scuffed up, very far from elevator for being an accessible room.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around China Camp

Bayside Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayside Acres and surrounding area, you can visit China Camp State Park and Peacock Gap Golf Club.

Dominican
While Dominican isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and China Camp State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Santa Venetia
Though Santa Venetia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

Civic Center
While visiting Civic Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

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