- Our list of the best things to do in San Rafael, California, features the top 682 nearby activities — including 271 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- San Rafael, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of San Rafael, CA , followed by 661 popular activities in nearby cities, including San Francisco, Sonoma, Berkeley, Petaluma, South San Francisco, Sausalito, Vallejo, Richmond, Oakland, Martinez, Alameda, Novato, Benicia, Daly City, Pacifica, San Bruno, Tiburon, Lafayette, Napa, Pleasant Hill, San Pablo, Belmont, Glen Ellen, Walnut Creek, Lodi, Santa Rosa and Santa Ynez
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Named for the 'Poet of the Sierras', Joaquin Miller Park is situated on 500 acres of redwood groves, oak woodlands, meadows and hillsides. The park provides an area suitable for hiking, biking, picnicking, dog walking and wildlife viewing.
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Visitors of the Alterna Playhouse will be able to watch a variety of performances throughout the year, including shows like Little Shop Of Horrors and Swearing in English. The location also offers open auditions to guests who may wish to participate.
22.1 Miles
The Lafayette Reservoir is a day-use area primarily used for boating, fishing, jogging and hiking. In addition, there are 125 picnic tables as well as 44 barbecues for outdoor cooking.
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The Lincoln Park has nice shade and numerous activities available including: football fields, baseball, softball, tennis, bocce ball and shuffleboard courts, fitness equipment, playgrounds for toddlers and youths, BBQ and picnic sites, restrooms and a swimming pool.
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Spanning a total distance of 31.83-acres of land, Shoreline Park is a leisure park that includes picnic areas and a play area for children. The picnic areas can be rented for private parties, corporate outings, or church events.
22.2 Miles
The great San Francisco Bay receives water from approximately half of California and channels it out to the Pacific Ocean. The Bay is an important launching spot for small and mid-size fishing boats, and is also heavily traveled by chartered ships searching for dolphins and whale pods.
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A scenic park, the Esplanade is home to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Waterfall, the Butterfly Garden and Reflection Pond. Along with a place to relax, it is also a beautiful venue for parties and other special events.
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The Alta Loma Park is a recreational park that features multiple basketball courts, several tennis courts, restrooms, and picnic tables. The park also has an open grassy field that can be used for soccer, football, and frisbee.
22.2 Miles
Brones Regional Park is comprised of over 6,000 acres of rolling green hills. Visitors can go horseback riding, hiking, or camping in the hills, which are home to animals like deer, coyotes, vultures, and hawks.
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Esplanade Beach is a public beach that can be used for sun bathing, beach walking, wildlife viewing, running, swimming, and fishing. The beach is also used as a dog park.