Las Gallinas Travel Guide
San Rafael
Visit Las Gallinas
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 such as hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area.
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
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco
All California Self Guided Audio Tours, from SF to LA
Top hotels in Las Gallinas
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
Staffs were very pleasant and nice ! Able to accommodate us a room when I asked for an early check in with out extra charge . Very clean environment. Love to stay again .
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Breakfast was very good. Lots of variety
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
I will definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The hotel overall is nice and clean and pretty good if you’re just in the city for a couple days and spending most of your days outside and not in your hotel room. Liz was great letting us check in early to our room to explore the city early. One of the only issues we had in our stay was the a/c ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Great location, accessible parking, nice staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Staff was so kind and helping, we felt so welcomed. Room was great size and we even got upgraded for free! Great central location as well
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Las Gallinas
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.
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 Farmers' Market and Marin County Civic Center.
Dominican
While Dominican isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Terra Linda
Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lincoln
While there might not be top attractions in Lincoln, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.
Lucas Valley-Marinwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucas Valley-Marinwood and surrounding area, you can visit Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.
