Title: Visit West End: Best of West End, San Rafael Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in West End](https://expedia.ca/West-End-San-Rafael-Hotels.0-n553248635976472269-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[West End Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-West-End.d553248635976472269.Car-Rental-Guide)[West End Vacations](https://expedia.ca/West-End.d553248635976472269.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West End ## San Rafael ![San Quentin prison in San Rafael, California, United States of America.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472269/6b359eee-a4e5-4805-b56f-cab7b4bc2c14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Quentin prison in San Rafael, California, United States of America.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472269/6b359eee-a4e5-4805-b56f-cab7b4bc2c14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit West End 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) --- ## West End 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 $169 CA $199 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 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! (5,285 reviews) Our time spent here was great! Close to everything we needed! Staff was great! Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472269) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/6fb55356_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA CA $158 CA $242 total Mar 3 - Mar 4 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! (7,319 reviews) The whole hotel was clean all the time. The breakfast was great with a lot of food. The service for all different areas was awesome. The location of the hotel was perfect for our needs and I would come back and visit again. Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472269) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA CA $162 CA $191 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 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! (2,391 reviews) Great Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472269) ![Handlery Union Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/b8dfc462_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Handlery Union Square Hotel 351 Geary St San Francisco CA CA $161 CA $190 total Feb 28 - Mar 1 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! (2,855 reviews) Hotel is fine just need to update the king mattress, wasn’t very comfortable Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=6666&PinnedHotelID=6666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472269) ![Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31419900/31419890/fc76649d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown 701 3rd St San Francisco CA CA $230 CA $271 total Mar 19 - Mar 20 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! 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[](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Gerstle-Park.dx944335156291006464) ![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. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Downtown-San-Rafael.dx944334058949931008) ![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) ### Lincoln Lincoln might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 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