Montecito-Happy Valley Travel Guide
San Rafael
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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.
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.
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.
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 Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Ultimate Electric SF Bike Tour- food, icons & local hidden gems
Top hotels in Montecito-Happy Valley
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Montecito-Happy Valley
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- Union Square
- Ferry Building
- Ocean Beach
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Zoo
- California Academy of Sciences
- Palace of Fine Arts