Picnic Valley

San Rafael

Popular places to visit

Spire and fountain which are located in an outdoor space that is off the employee cafeteria area.

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.

Marin County Civic Center
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a statue or sculpture

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.

Mission San Rafael Arcangel
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.

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.

China Camp State Park

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.

Dominican University of California

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.

Peacock Gap Golf Club

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.

Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

Things to do

Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

CA $52
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Inside the cell block at Alcatraz

Alcatraz Island Tour Package

CA $186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Tour Package
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

CA $164
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

CA $190
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

CA $108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
San Francisco Love Bus tour

San Francisco Love Tour

CA $116
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Love Tour
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Picnic Valley Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is CA $167 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
CA $167
CA $196 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,254 reviews)
Definitely recommend this hotel. Beds are comfortable. Rooms are clean and the views of the city is priceless.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $179 per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
CA $179
CA $266 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,306 reviews)
The room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Staff were friendly. Check in was speedy. The best part was the breakfast buffet.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

3 out of 5
701 3rd St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $243 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
CA $243
CA $286 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,978 reviews)
Super Clean hotel. Staffs are all friendly and courteous.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $173 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $173
CA $204 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,376 reviews)
Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall!

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay

2.5 out of 5
2775 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is CA $140 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
CA $140
CA $165 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,304 reviews)
Excellent Guest Service

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $158 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
CA $158
CA $186 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,954 reviews)
Large spot on floor, wall dirty or scuffed up, very far from elevator for being an accessible room.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around Picnic Valley

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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.

Francisco Boulevard West
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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.

Bret Harte
Dramatic sunset over Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County, CA.

Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park 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 American Legion Log Cabin.

Gerstle Park
Sunset light shines on the historic Spanish Colonial mission and downtown skyline of San Rafael, California, USA.

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Classic Billiards.

Downtown San Rafael
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California Park

California Park might not have many top sights, but Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

California Park
Highway 1 at Gaviota Pass, Santa Barbara County

Montecito-Happy Valley

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montecito-Happy Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Montecito-Happy Valley

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