What's Marin County like?
There's a lot visitors like about Marin County, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. Learn about the local heritage of Marin County at top landmarks like Golden Gate Bridge. While you're here, make time to enjoy other sights such as San Francisco Bay.
Where are the best places to stay in Marin County?
Here are our travelers' top 5 places to stay in Marin County:
Surf Lodge, in Stinson Beach
Walking distance from Stinson Beach- Free in-room WiFi • Attentive staff
Mill Valley Inn, in Mill Valley
Within easy reach of Muir Woods National Monument- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Cafe • Attentive staff
Waters Edge Hotel, in Tiburon
Within easy reach of San Francisco Bay- Free WiFi • Cafe • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Olema House at Point Reyes, in Olema
Mountain hotel within easy reach of Point Reyes National Seashore- Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Bar • Terrace
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn, in Novato
Novato hotel with bar, conference center- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Attentive staff
What is there to see around Marin County?
- Golden Gate Bridge (11.8 mi/19 km from the city center)
- San Francisco Bay (22.6 mi/36.3 km from the city center)
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel (0.2 mi/0.3 km from the city center)
- Dominican University of California (1.2 mi/1.9 km from the city center)
- Marin County Civic Center (1.7 mi/2.8 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Marin County?
- Sweetwater Music Hall (4.7 mi/7.5 km from the city center)
- San Francisco Bay Model Visitor Center (7.8 mi/12.6 km from the city center)
- Stone Tree Golf Club (9 mi/14.4 km from the city center)
- Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market (1.8 mi/2.8 km from the city center)
- Marin Country Mart (2.1 mi/3.4 km from the city center)
Other Popular Marin County Attractions
- Larkspur Ferry Terminal
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Mount Tamalpais State Park
- Golden Gate National Recreation Area
- Stinson Beach