Picnic Valley
San Rafael
Visit Picnic Valley
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
This mission in San Rafael, which still offers services, is an interesting destination to learn more about California’s religious history.
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.
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.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco
Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour + Bay Cruise Adventure
Top hotels in Picnic Valley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room comfortable bed and the breakfast buffet were great. It’s the holiday so it’s very busy and noisy. The walls are so thin that you can hear everything and it distrusted our sleep. And the people upstairs were stumping their feet. Good thing we were only there for 1 night.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great location, very comfortable room with enough space and a great view of the city looking toward Coit tower and a small bit of the bay. Shower pressure was amazing and we loved having a bath. Also loved the Cloud room to watch the sports and the kids loved the gaming comouter. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The furnace was very noisy! Mattress was not very comfortable and there are no fans in the bathroom. I thought it was a law in California that they were required. The rooms are just getting older. It’s a beautiful property and the staff are very nice, especially the cleaning staff!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
It is a beautiful place to visit around the holidays, for he was a bit busy but still enjoyed our stay and the galleries inside, the Tonga Room, customer service was excellent and very kind From the lady checking us in to the valet , everyone was very helpful and cordial They make you feel like a ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Room was clean and spacious
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Picnic Valley
Francisco Boulevard West
While there might not be top attractions in Francisco Boulevard West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin Country Mart.
Bret Harte
Bret Harte might not have many top sights, but Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Canal Waterfront
While Canal Waterfront isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin Country Mart are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Classic Billiards.
California Park
While California Park isn't home to many top sights, Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby.
