Marin County Travel Guide

California

A sunset over a coastal landscape with rocky outcrops and calm waters.
A coastal landscape with a lighthouse on a cliff, a bridge, and calm sea.
A wooden pathway winding through a dense forest with tall trees and lush greenery.
A coastal lighthouse with a red roof, a white building, and a winding pathway along the cliff edge.
A coastal lighthouse with a stone walkway leading to it, surrounded by rocky cliffs and the sea.

Popular cities in Marin County

A waterfront pier with a restaurant and a building with a tower.
Sausalito
Known for Dining, Scenery and Sea
Trip time! Discover the sunrises, seaside and local cuisine in Sausalito.

Reasons to visit

  • Marin Headlands
  • Point Bonita Lighthouse
  • Bay Area Discovery Museum
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A coastal town with dense greenery, a clear blue sea, and a hilly backdrop.
Mill Valley
Known for Dining, Biking and Forests
Experience the forests, hiking and art in Mill Valley!

Reasons to visit

  • Muir Woods National Monument
  • Golden Gate National Recreation Area
  • Old Mill Park
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The Golden Gate Bridge at dusk with city lights in the background.
San Rafael
Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Entertainment
Trip time! Discover the sunsets, festivals and local cuisine in San Rafael.

Reasons to visit

  • Marin County Civic Center
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel
  • China Camp State Park
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The Golden Gate Bridge at sunset with a cityscape in the background.
Petaluma
Known for Dining, Shopping and Beer
Trip time! Discover the live music, entertainment and riverfront in Petaluma.

Reasons to visit

  • Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
  • Helen Putnam Regional Park
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A coastal hiking trail with a sunset view.
Stinson Beach
Known for Beaches, Sunrises and Relaxing
Get away to romantic Stinson Beach! Enjoy the beaches, sunrises and seaside.

Reasons to visit

  • Stinson Beach
  • Upton Beach
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Ocean waves with a clear blue sky.
Dillon Beach
Known for Beaches
Explore Dillon Beach: its beaches and more!
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Stay near popular Marin County attractions

A forested path with a wooden bench and railing, surrounded by tall trees and ferns.

Muir Woods National Monument

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Enjoy some culture with a trip to Muir Woods National Monument, a popular attraction in Mill Valley. Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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