Title: Visit California Park: Best of California Park, San Rafael Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in California Park](https://expedia.ca/California-Park-Hotels.d984039648666198016.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)[California Park Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-California-Park.d984039648666198016.Car-Rental-Guide)[California Park Vacations](https://expedia.ca/California-Park.d984039648666198016.Destination-Travel-Guides) # California Park ## San Rafael ## Visit California Park 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 which includes a statue or sculpture](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) ![Spire and fountain which are located in an outdoor space that is off the employee cafeteria area.](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) ![Don't forget to stop by the camp cafe and check out the pictures on the wall. Some famous album covers have been taken here.](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 San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852618/2d36c05c-4a19-49ee-83c7-78e22378ede0.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/854629/0f2e2442-a530-43f2-8e58-6f15a31035ce.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) ![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) ![Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5074355/e5b96efb-25e7-4293-8c01-e22e2e029b78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise CA $171 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alcatraz-inside-and-golden-gate-bridge-bay-boat-cruise.a5074355.activity-details) [See all activities in San Rafael](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## California Park Hotel Deals ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA CA $163 CA $192 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. 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[](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Bret-Harte.dx944331111406948352) ![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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Francisco-Boulevard-West.dx984039600677060608) ![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) ### Canal While there might not be top attractions in Canal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Mission San Rafael Arcangel. 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[](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Picnic-Valley.dx553248635976470347) ![Sunset light shines on the historic Spanish Colonial mission and downtown skyline of San Rafael, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944334058949931008/44f72a29-9956-4df2-b60f-b1f19354bdd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown San Rafael While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Classic Billiards. 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