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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Ferry & Bike Options Available)
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Golden Gate Helicopter Adventure
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Muir Woods National Monument: Self-Guided Walking and Driving Audio Tour
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Small-Group Giant Redwoods and Russian River Wine Country Trip
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SAN FRANCISCO: (2hr) SUNSET Sailing Experience on SF Bay
What to do in San Rafael
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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 like hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area.
Marin History Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Marin History Museum during your trip to San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
Dominican University of California
Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
McNears Beach Country Park
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, McNears Beach Country Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Rafael. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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.
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.
San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
Catch an event at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as biking. Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in San Rafael
Terra Linda
Discover the Mall at Northgate, Marin County's only enclosed mall, featuring a 15-screen theater complex and anchor tenants like Macy's. Nearby, admire the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Marin County Civic Center building.
Country Club
While Country Club might 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.
Picnic Valley
Though Picnic Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Los Ranchitos
When in Los Ranchitos, you can plan a visit to Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.
- Marin County Civic Center
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel
- Oracle Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Golden Gate Park
- Moscone Convention Center
- Chase Center
- Lombard Street
- Alcatraz Island
- Sonoma Plaza
- Jack London Square
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco State University
- Sonoma Raceway
- University of San Francisco
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- Ocean Beach
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- Embarcadero Center
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