Picnic Valley Travel Guide
San Rafael
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Picnic Valley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
We had a wonderful 2-night stay. The front desk staff member that checked us in was very friendly and personable. The room and bathroom were clean. The view from our room was spectacular. The location was away from all the craziness of Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf, and yet we had a cable car ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Felt like an older hotel, it was clean and staff were very polite. Breakfast was better than your typical "continental". Very good location for popping over to the peir
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The hotel bed sheet and pillow smell, and there are even bloodstains on bed sheet. I could not get asleep almost the whole night.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
The staff was great the room was clean and once again the staff was very helpful and I can't say enough about the staff
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Clean room. Great location. The Buhda Bar was a great local spot to stop at
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Clean rooms. Great atmosphere. Rooms were a tad small but overall very comfortable.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
Bret Harte
Bret Harte might not have many top sights, but Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal 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 Falkirk Cultural Center 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 Classic Billiards.
California Park
While California Park isn't home to many top sights, Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart 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.
