Canal Waterfront
San Rafael
Visit Canal Waterfront
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.
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.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour + Bay Cruise Adventure
Top hotels in Canal Waterfront
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Location was amazing. The view from the hotel room was breathtaking. Rooms were very clean and modern. Will stay there again.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
thank you!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Room was spotless, the bed was comfy, breakfast was abundant.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Everything was fine and worked well. Walls are a bit thin, and there was a large group of teenage kids who were noisy at night. It's a convenient location and worked well for our purposes.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
clean room, nicely decorated and very comfortable.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
$ 112.50 per night for overnight parking was unexpected, even for San Francisco.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Canal Waterfront
Montecito-Happy Valley
While Montecito-Happy Valley isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin Country Mart 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.
Picnic Valley
While there might not be top attractions in Picnic Valley, 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.
Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Anselmo Town Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Marin Country Mart.
Canal Waterfront
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Oracle Park
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- Ferry Building
- Ocean Beach
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Palace Hotel
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- Walt Disney Family Museum
