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
Find out about the history of San Rafael when you take a trip to Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Montecito-Happy Valley
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Everything was good except for the water pressure in the room… no water pressure had to take loooong shower
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Very good everything, all staff members!!!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Did not have any breakfast. The Hilton app was not helpful at this location.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The RIU is in an excellent location, close to Pier 39 & Fisherman's Wharf! The staff were very helpful! Rooms were large & very clean!Breakfast was great, plenty of hot & cold choices but it does get busy after 7.30am! Would definitely choose the RIU if visiting again!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
The room was spacious and bed super comfy. I was on a lower floor and unfortunately lots of street noise in the wee hours. Very pricey on site parking. The staff couldn't have been more accomodating, professional and kind. Five stars for the staff! I would come back but request a higher floor with ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Excellent staff..nice reception area...good coffee..
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Montecito-Happy Valley
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.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights 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.
Bayside Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayside Acres and surrounding area, you can visit McNears Beach Country Park and China Camp State Park.
Montecito-Happy Valley Travel Guide
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- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- Chase Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of San Francisco
- San Francisco State University
- Ocean Beach
- Ferry Building
- Sonoma Raceway
- San Francisco Zoo
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Fox Theater
- Palace Hotel
- Berkeley Marina
- SF Masonic Auditorium
