Tamalpais-Homestead Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley

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Almonte

4/5(1 area review)

Almonte might not have many top sights, but Marin Theatre Company and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Almonte
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$236 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$236
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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! (4,594 reviews)
"I loved that we did not have to worry about parking !! We also loved the easy access to the front of the hotel . We felt safe and would love to come back and stay!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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 AU$316 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$316
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (6,893 reviews)
"Great breakfast and location"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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$241 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$241
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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! (1,807 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods

Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods

Mill Valley
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Mill Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muir Woods National ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (42 reviews)
"Very cute and cozy home! Its location was perfect. Super close to Muir Woods, Mt. Tamalpias, and Stinson Beach. It was a great place to really disconnect from the real world for a bit. I would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods
Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge

Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge

Mill Valley
Stay at this vacation home in Mill Valley. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room jetted tubs, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Golden Gate Bridge ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"very lovely location, close to some wonderful spots to walk around and nature paths. would highly recommend and would stay at again!"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge
Coral Reef Inn & Suites

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,821 reviews)
"Awesome area, clean and a walk away to the beach :) will stay here again :) thank you!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
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Popular places to visit

Muir Woods which includes forests, a garden and landscape views

Muir Woods National Monument

Walk among the magnificent giant redwood trees that are native to this region, in these beautiful woods, located just outside the city.

Muir Woods National Monument
San Francisco showing signage and landscape views

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.

Tennessee Valley Trailhead

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.

Sweetwater Music Hall

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 seaside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Throckmorton Theater

You can enjoy a show at Throckmorton Theater on your trip to Mill Valley. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

Throckmorton Theater

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.

Old Mill Park

Activities

California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

AU$74
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
"Sun Painting" Created by artist Bob Miller, this classic Exploratorium exhibit is a “live” painting that uses light from the from the Sun as its palette.

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

AU$60
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

AU$157
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Smiling women on sightseeing bus in San Francisco

San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour

AU$72
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour
Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

AU$73
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

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

AU$181
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Cities near Tamalpais-Homestead Valley

Sausalito

Sausalito

Muir Woods showing a river or creek, forests and landscape views

Mill Valley