West End, CA
San Rafael
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.
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.
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 Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Muir Woods Redwoods Tour and Sausalito (Ticket fee included)
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
West End Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
All good
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Room was clean and ready early. Staff was welcoming
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Parking separate fee
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
For the most part it was okay. Room looked old and dated but everything was functional. There’s an additional charge for parking on the premises. Surrounding areas had the good mixed in with the bad. Probably not a good idea to walk around at night in certain areas. Staff was helpful and ...
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Great stay - historic property - large rooms for family. I would stay here again!
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great location and friendly staff!
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods around West End
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.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.
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.
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.
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.
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.
West End, CA
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- 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
- Fox Theater
