Title: Gerstle Park Travel Guide: Best of Gerstle Park, San Rafael Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Gerstle Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Gerstle-Park-Hotels.d944335156291006464.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Rafael](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Rafael](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Gerstle Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Gerstle-Park.d944335156291006464.Car-Hire-Guide)[Gerstle Park Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Gerstle-Park.d944335156291006464.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Gerstle Park Travel Guide ## San Rafael ![Dramatic sunset over Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County, CA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944335156291006464/bef904b1-a8eb-422f-9616-6f34fd87c5a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Gerstle Park Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Rafael travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael.dx9924) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Mission San Rafael Arcangel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065807/d20836b2-9b82-49e5-99b4-bc1b1d606e2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mission-San-Rafael-Arcangel-Downtown-San-Rafael.d6065807.Attraction) ![Marin County Civic Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9924/79973cd4-a955-4b95-9546-280323e089bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marin-County-Civic-Center-San-Rafael.d6065809.Attraction) ![China Camp State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9924/3500632a-0fae-4c37-a366-e40301a05d3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/China-Camp-State-Park-China-Camp.d553248621558560557.Attraction) #### Gerstle Park Gerstle Park is just one of the places to see in San Rafael, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and cycling trails in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gerstle-Park-San-Rafael.d553248621558560562.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marin-Bocce-Federation-Picnic-Valley.d6334892.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dominican-University-Of-California-San-Rafael.d6237435.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/192704/02e83615-017d-4057-af2f-68b4d1324bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour £90 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alcatraz-island-ticket-and-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a192704.activity-details) ![San Francisco Love Bus tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5309321/611d2354-5ac8-4956-a495-4d8f870ea18f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Love Tour £64 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-love-tour.a5309321.activity-details) ![San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/854629/7d9f21f8-a515-409c-9706-dabbd5ccd65d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour £59 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-movie-sights-city-tour.a854629.activity-details) ![Alcatraz Island in San Francisco ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/472754/70bdbd53-8ef8-45fd-ba81-18f17f763a03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island £120 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mix-save-san-francisco-grand-city-tour-alcatraz-island.a472754.activity-details) ![Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5074355/e5b96efb-25e7-4293-8c01-e22e2e029b78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise £94 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alcatraz-inside-and-golden-gate-bridge-bay-boat-cruise.a5074355.activity-details) ![Combo image of Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/433854/abdc9d2e-0c86-4ea3-95aa-cee97475caea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit Alcatraz + Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour (2-Day) £109 per traveller **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-alcatraz-golden-gate-bridge-bike-tour-2-day.a433854.activity-details) [See all activities in San Rafael](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Gerstle Park ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA £117 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,457 reviews) . Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944335156291006464) ![Handlery Union Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Handlery Union Square Hotel 351 Geary St San Francisco CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £127 13 Apr - 14 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,943 reviews) I don't recall what this hotel was rated when I booked it but, its definitely basic. The location is good, as stated in other reviews. There are two separate towers, ehich was a little confusing, and you had to carry your luggage up stairs if you are in the back tower. Also, the in room furniture, ... Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=6666&PinnedHotelID=6666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944335156291006464) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/75f20517_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA £148 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (7,364 reviews) The hotel itself was fine, no complaints and no rave review factors. But the front door bellman / host Prince really made the difference for my stay. So welcoming and friendly, knew where everything was, knew who to ask for what at any time of the day, was accommodating even when I arrived at the ... Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944335156291006464) ![YOTEL San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19510300/19510249/9a7fa76b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### YOTEL San Francisco 1095 Market St San Francisco CA £107 11 Apr - 12 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews) All the staff are super friendly and the rooms are great! Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=19510249&PinnedHotelID=19510249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944335156291006464) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/96ca1121_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA £109 10 Apr - 11 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,551 reviews) Awesome 👏 Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944335156291006464) ![Hilton San Francisco Union Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25700/25622/8fb5ec03_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Union Square 333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA £143 10 Apr - 11 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,219 reviews) The hotel is not in the best location so beware! Once you walk outside you are near the Tenderloin to the left. Not a good area. The hotel completely price guaged due to conferences in the area. Three times the regular rate per night for an aging huge chain property is robbery! Stayed at many Hiltons ... Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=25622&PinnedHotelID=25622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944335156291006464) [See all 3,765 properties in Gerstle Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=944335156291006464) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Downtown-San-Rafael.dx944334058949931008) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Classic Billiards. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Picnic-Valley.dx553248635976470347) ![San Quentin prison in San Rafael, California, United States of America.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472269/6b359eee-a4e5-4805-b56f-cab7b4bc2c14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Classic Billiards. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-West-End.dx553248635976472269) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fairhills When in Fairhills, you can plan a visit to Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Fairhills.dx984038663904428032) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Classic Billiards. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Francisco-Boulevard-West.dx984039600677060608) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Bret-Harte.dx944331111406948352) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Gerstle Park Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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