Montecito-Happy Valley Travel Guide

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

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

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.

Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

Things to do

Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

฿4,459
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

฿4,010
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿3,849
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

฿4,459
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise
San Francisco Love Bus tour

San Francisco Love Tour

฿2,727
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Love Tour
Muir Redwoods Guided Tour from San Francisco

Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco

฿3,176
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco
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Top hotels in Montecito-Happy 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 ฿4,462 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿4,462
฿5,252 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,597 reviews)
"Nice for the price"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿5,996 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿5,996
฿8,554 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,902 reviews)
"Room was very clean View was good and Beautiful environment nice food service was great"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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 ฿4,509 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿4,509
฿6,620 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,875 reviews)
"Checking in was very convenient and efficient"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿4,311 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿4,311
฿5,073 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,615 reviews)
"Community roof top balcony"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿4,795 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,795
฿5,644 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,807 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿9,243 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
฿9,243
฿12,192 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,374 reviews)
"Old world charm…. Decor. But the rooms were musty and a lot of leakage in the lobby area."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Montecito-Happy Valley

Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.

Downtown San Rafael
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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 History Museum.

Country Club
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Picnic Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Picnic Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Picnic Valley
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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
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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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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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