Smith Ranch 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 Smith Ranch

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 Smith Ranch

Santa Venetia
Though Santa Venetia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

Terra Linda
Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Los Ranchitos
Los Ranchitos might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lucas Valley-Marinwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucas Valley-Marinwood and surrounding area, you can visit Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field and Marin County Civic Center.

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.

Montecito-Happy Valley
While Montecito-Happy Valley isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Smith Ranch Travel Guide
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- Chase Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Sonoma Plaza
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of San Francisco
- Ocean Beach
- Ferry Building
- Sonoma Raceway
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Palace Hotel
- Berkeley Marina
- SF Masonic Auditorium
- Warfield Theatre
- California Academy of Sciences
- Greek Theater
