Picnic 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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Picnic Valley
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The staff were pretty nice and friendly. The check-in and check-out processes were fast and efficient. The hotel is nice, a bit dated with some remodeling done. But it’s definitely not modern or new. It’s in a good neighborhood and close to a lot of tourist spots. I’m at close to the Moscone so that ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room, great bed, good location.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Staff was very rude and slow took them an hour to bring an extra pillow and the room wasn’t the cleanest
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The room was clean and staff was friendly. There was no fridge or microwave and no water bottles in the room. P
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great hotel. Amazing breakfast, nice staff, great location, specious room and very calm. We had a wonderful stay. Thenk you 😊
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Clean room, staff was great. However, the hotel may be too close to noisy areas in SF to guarantee a restful and quiet night. I had difficulty sleeping without being awoken by police or ambulane sirens and people shouting outside the hotel. As for the complimentary breakfast, there wasn't much. They ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Picnic Valley
Francisco Boulevard West
While there might not be top attractions in Francisco Boulevard West, 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.
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
While Montecito-Happy Valley isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Canal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canal and surrounding area, you can visit Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Mission San Rafael Arcangel.
