Los Ranchitos Travel Guide
San Rafael
Visit Los Ranchitos
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.
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.
Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market during your trip to San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Falkirk Cultural Center
Take the family on an outing to Falkirk Cultural Center during your trip to San Rafael. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Things to do
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
Visit Alcatraz + Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour (2-Day)
Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco
Top hotels in Los Ranchitos
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"A"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Stay was perfect would stay again"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Location was excellent which is probably why the price is quite high. Breakfast was ok. Lotion in the room would be nice to have."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"clean, excellant staff, a block from union square"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"It is a very modern hotel. Very clean, friendly staff, very conveniently located to downtown SF, Bell staff are excellent and concierge desk very helpful in selecting tours. We enjoyed our visit and would stay there again!!"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Los Ranchitos
Terra Linda
Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but American Legion Log Cabin and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lucas Valley-Marinwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucas Valley-Marinwood and surrounding area, you can visit Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.
Southeast San Rafael
While there might not be top attractions in Southeast San Rafael, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
Dominican
While Dominican isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Falkirk Cultural Center and Mission San Rafael Arcangel are some notable places to visit nearby.
