Title: Visit Canal: Best of Canal, San Rafael Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Canal](https://expedia.ca/Canal-Hotels.d984039548000813056.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Rafael](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Rafael](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Canal Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Canal.d984039548000813056.Car-Rental-Guide)[Canal Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Canal.d984039548000813056.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Canal ## San Rafael ## Visit Canal Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Rafael travel guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael.dx9924) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Mission San Rafael Arcangel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065807/d20836b2-9b82-49e5-99b4-bc1b1d606e2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Rafael Arcangel 4/5(1 review) This mission in San Rafael, which still offers services, is an interesting destination to learn more about California’s religious history. [](https://expedia.ca/Mission-San-Rafael-Arcangel-Downtown-San-Rafael.d6065807.Vacation-Attraction) ![Marin County Civic Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9924/79973cd4-a955-4b95-9546-280323e089bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marin County Civic Center 5/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Marin-County-Civic-Center-San-Rafael.d6065809.Vacation-Attraction) ![China Camp State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9924/3500632a-0fae-4c37-a366-e40301a05d3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### China Camp State Park Enjoy a trip to China Camp State Park and popular activities like hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/China-Camp-State-Park-China-Camp.d553248621558560557.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dominican University of California Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Dominican-University-Of-California-San-Rafael.d6237435.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Peacock-Gap-Golf-Club-San-Rafael.d6335113.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Marin-County-Civic-Center-Farmers-Market-San-Rafael.d6334911.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/192704/02e83615-017d-4057-af2f-68b4d1324bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour CA $164 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alcatraz-island-ticket-and-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a192704.activity-details) ![Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852618/9ca67d35-f762-42ee-ae3e-e17afd90bb6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise CA $190 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alcatraz-visit-with-night-option-and-sf-bay-cruise.a852618.activity-details) ![San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/854629/7d9f21f8-a515-409c-9706-dabbd5ccd65d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour CA $108 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-francisco-movie-sights-city-tour.a854629.activity-details) ![San Francisco Love Bus tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5309321/611d2354-5ac8-4956-a495-4d8f870ea18f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Love Tour CA $116 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-francisco-love-tour.a5309321.activity-details) ![Alcatraz Island in San Francisco ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/472754/70bdbd53-8ef8-45fd-ba81-18f17f763a03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island CA $219 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mix-save-san-francisco-grand-city-tour-alcatraz-island.a472754.activity-details) ![Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/516054/59a4face-b6a6-4df9-bda8-39b9a931913c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group) CA $130 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/muir-woods-and-sausalito-12-day-tour-small-group.a516054.activity-details) [See all activities in San Rafael](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Canal Hotel Deals ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA CA $184 CA $216 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,468 reviews) This hotel was fantastic, especially for the price! There were 3 of us in one room with 2 queen size beds and we had plenty of space for our luggage. Both the room itself and the bathroom were spacious, and the higher floors have a lovely view. Everything was cleaned, well stocked, and the staff ... Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984039548000813056) ![Handlery Union Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Handlery Union Square Hotel 351 Geary St San Francisco CA CA $218 CA $257 total May 1 - May 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,953 reviews) Ac is okay, pillow was given 3, but rather soft. Overall good location, good and decent hotel, but whenever nearby room door is closed, the air will make a loud sound to my door too. So when chambermaid is cleaning up rooms around mine, it will be endless slamming sound on my door too. Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F05%2F2026&endDate=02%2F05%2F2026&selected=6666&PinnedHotelID=6666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984039548000813056) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/75f20517_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA CA $194 CA $285 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9/10 Wonderful! (7,396 reviews) The only drawback during our stay was the noticeable noise from footsteps in the room above. It would greatly improve the guest experience if additional sound insulation could be considered to minimize this disturbance. Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984039548000813056) ![YOTEL San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19510300/19510249/9a7fa76b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### YOTEL San Francisco 1095 Market St San Francisco CA CA $109 CA $185 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=19510249&PinnedHotelID=19510249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984039548000813056) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/96ca1121_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA CA $178 CA $210 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,562 reviews) Tired and old property neglect of maintenance, upkeep ,functionality and quality of a Hilton standards one would expect Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984039548000813056) ![Hilton San Francisco Union Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25700/25622/8fb5ec03_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Union Square 333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $263 CA $310 total Apr 10 - Apr 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,228 reviews) The restroom door handle was broken and we were not able to close and lock the door. Same for toilet paper handle. WiFi works only first day. Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=25622&PinnedHotelID=25622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984039548000813056) [See all 3,935 properties in Canal](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026®ionId=984039548000813056) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Montecito-Happy-Valley.dx944333611132547072) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Francisco Boulevard West While Francisco Boulevard West might 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 Classic Billiards. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Francisco-Boulevard-West.dx984039600677060608) ![Panoramic view of the San Francisco bay area seen from an overlook in the hills of Marin County, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976659276/bb1a39bd-0fa2-49b9-8b96-96e108d97d89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Country Club While Country Club might 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. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Country-Club.dx553248635976659276) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southeast San Rafael If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Southeast San Rafael and surrounding area, you can visit Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Southeast-San-Rafael.dx984039831888064512) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bret Harte While there might not be top attractions in Bret Harte, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal. 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