Picnic Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Marin County Civic Center

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.

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

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.

Mission San Rafael Arcangel
China Camp State Park

China Camp State Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of China Camp State Park and enjoy the hiking trails in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area.

China Camp State Park
Marin History Museum

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.

Marin History Museum

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Catch an event at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as cycling.Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Marin Bocce Federation

Catch an event at Marin Bocce Federation and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as cycling.While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.

Marin Bocce Federation

Activities

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

AU$193
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Alcatraz with San Francisco Bay Cruise

Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

AU$213
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

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

AU$186
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Love Bus tour

San Francisco Love Tour

AU$132
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Love Tour
Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

AU$213
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Fisherman's Wharf Golden Gate Express by Deluxe Van

Alcatraz Inside with the Golden Gate Express

AU$150
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Inside with the Golden Gate Express
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Our pick of the best Picnic Valley Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$210 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$210
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (3,321 reviews)
"Nice employees and easy going"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
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 AU$185 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4-star 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! (2,050 reviews)
Great stay!
"Great one night stay at this place would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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 AU$351 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$351
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,225 reviews)
"The property and staff were great. There was one issue with guests in the room next to us yelling and screaming from 3-5 am that was very disruptive. We did complain to staff and they came up and asked the guest to keep the noise down but after 15 minutes the noise continued"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$197 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$197
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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! (708 reviews)
"Perfectly located"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$214 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,176 reviews)
"Stayed here after a show at the chase center. Wonderful spot. Much better than the last SF hotel we stayed at. Staff was super nice and helpful. Parking attendant called the room right away to tell us my friend ledt her phone in the car and if she wanted it. Room was super clean. Great view. There ..."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf, an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
2700 JONES STREET, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$286 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$286
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,205 reviews)
"Everything was great - safe, clean stay with excellent staff."

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Picnic Valley

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West End

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End and surrounding area, you can visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.

West End
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Country Club

While Country Club may 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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Country Club
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Los Ranchitos

Los Ranchitos might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Los Ranchitos
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Bayside Acres

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayside Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Peacock Gap Golf Club and McNears Beach Country Park.

Bayside Acres
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Terra Linda

Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Terra Linda

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