Downtown Mill Valley
Mill Valley
Visit Downtown Mill Valley
Popular places to visit
Muir Woods National Monument
Walk among towering redwoods hundreds of years old at this National Park, less than an hour’s drive from downtown San Francisco.
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Golden Gate National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Old Mill Park
Old Mill Park is just one of the places to see in Mill Valley, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and lush forest in this vibrant area.
Red Rock Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Red Rock Beach during your trip to Mill Valley? Amble around this family-friendly area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
Just across the Golden Gate Bridge, discover rugged wilderness, a quiet beach and stunning hiking trails also suitable for riding a bike or horse.
Sweetwater Music Hall
You can make plans for a show at Sweetwater Music Hall during your stay in Mill Valley. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour + Bay Cruise Adventure
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco
Top hotels in Downtown Mill Valley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was vey clean and the staff was very friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Yes. Everything was great.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
No complaints, they did a great job.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Clean, spacious room. Not good pressure in shower. Very slippery floor in shower and non-slip mat was very small.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Large spot on floor, wall dirty or scuffed up, very far from elevator for being an accessible room.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mill Valley
Alto Sutton Manor
When in Alto Sutton Manor, you can plan a visit to Sweetwater Music Hall and Richardson Bay Audubon Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Almonte
Almonte might not have many top sights, but Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Sweetwater Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
