Picnic Valley, CA
San Rafael
Visit Picnic Valley
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 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
2-Day, 2-Tour Alcatraz & Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour
Picnic Valley Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Great location, very clean, professional staff! I would definitely go back there
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
All was good
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
This hotel boasts an excellent location and welcoming staff who made our stay pleasant. The rooms were spotlessly clean and offered lovely views. However, some aspects of the room could use updating. The light switches have yellowed with age, and the balcony door squeaks when opened—minor issues ...
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Room was fairly spacious and kept clean. I reserved the large suite almost 400sq ft, but due to strange lay out, did not feel stated size. Love the espresso coffee machine in the lobby and also Nespresso machine in the room. Overall was very comfortable stay and excellent/friendly service.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Great stay - historic property - large rooms for family. I would stay here again!
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Picnic Valley
Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park 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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
Bret Harte
While there might not be top attractions in Bret Harte, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin Country Mart and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.
Montecito-Happy Valley
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montecito-Happy Valley and surrounding area, you can visit 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.
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 History Museum.
Picnic Valley, CA
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco State University
- Sonoma Raceway
- University of San Francisco
- Ocean Beach
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Berkeley Marina
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Greek Theater
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- UCSF Medical Center
- Ghirardelli Square
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- California Academy of Sciences
- Palace of Fine Arts
