10 Day Trips from in Marin County That You Shouldn't Miss

July 1, 2021 Oliva Fomby

Some say it’s different, but residents of Marin County like their home that way. We’re betting you will too! Nestled between San Francisco and the Napa Valley, Marin County includes the cities of Tiburon, San Anselmo, San Rafael and Corte Madera.

Activities in Marin County include the highly anticipated Concours d’Elegance, a festival of pre-1978 vehicles and British Sports Cars. Held at the Marin County Fairgrounds in May, the event features a wine-tasting, fine food and “The Drive,” a parade of classic cars winding their way through the scenic back roads of Marin and neighboring Sonoma Counties ending with a lunch reception in San Rafael. In July, be sure to head to the Marin County Fair and in August hit the San Rafael Food and Wine Festival. Treat yourself to some of the world-renowned local wine and watch the sun go down over the hills.

Of course, there’s no shortage of natural beauty in Marin County. Beach lovers will enjoy Stinson Beach or Point Reyes National Seashore where wildlife abounds. Here you just might spot some Elephant Seals or Tule Elk among the rugged terrain or, from Point Reyes Lighthouse, catch a glimpse of a pod of whales. Go butterfly or bird watching and enjoy the many natural wonders of California’s Northern Coast.

For some, no vacation would be complete without a round of golf. If you’re a golf aficionado, Marin County will not disappoint you. The area boasts several public and private courses in a variety of settings, including San Geronimo Golf Course. Situated on 150 acres of stunning landscape, this is a challenging course designed to test your game! Or, try the StoneTree Golf Club, a daily fee, 18-hole championship course. If hiking is more your style, check out Angel Island State Park. Accessible only by ferry, Angel Island offers spectacular views of most of the Bay Area, including San Francisco. Fishing more your style? Try McNear’s Beach Pier in San Rafael.


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1. Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour + Alcatraz Tour & Aquarium Access

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On day one, taking the ferry to Alcatraz will afford you amazing views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz Island, and the San Francisco city skyline from the north. When you land on the island, you’ll get a short history of Alcatraz, and then head up into the prison! On day two experience redwoods, hiking, and world-class wine in both Sonoma & Napa Valley. Experience all this and more on a day trip to Muir Woods and Sonoma wine country. Pass through the beautiful Marin Headlands on your way to Muir Woods National Monument, where you see some of the West’s most beautiful redwood trees. In the afternoon, relax in wine country, where you will enjoy wine tasting at a variety of fine California wineries. This full-day tour is a fun mixture of nature and culture.

Inclusions: Full-day Wine Tour, Tasting at 2 wineries, one in Napa and one in Sonoma., A variety of red, white, and dessert wines, Hotel pickup and drop-off on day two, Alcatraz Island Ferry Tour ($39.90 USD value)

Exclusions: Muir Woods - $15 entrance fees (16 years old & older), FREE (15 years old & under), Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Additional wine tastings

Reviewed By A7975XVstevenp

Great experience and sight seeing. Nice trails to hike! Our tour guide Mitch was amazing and helped provide a better experience for the tour.

2. Entertaining Tour of San Francisco

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Getting there is half the fun. My Expedition is more like a Gondola. On stage since age 5, I will entertain you with singing, car karaoke, juggling and stories from my weird and fun life where home ran away from me when I was 15 and I joined the Circus. As a Lyft and Uber driver for 3 years I learned where to go in San Francisco. Testimonials: "Honestly the best ride I’ve ever had. The man has the voice of an angel and the personality of Johnny Carson. Could not recommend a better driver. " "Fantastic driver and extremely entertaining!!!!!"

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board

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3. Private Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito

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his Tour will take you across the Golden Gate Bridge, walk among old growth coast redwoods of the famous Muir Woods National Monument Park. You will discover some of the most beautiful house boats in the world, where a hippie community took residence in the 70's and admire the beautiful seaside Mediterranean style City of Sausalito. The transportation will be in a luxury brand new Porsche Macan with only 4 passenger total and your guide. You will have a particular attention from your tour guide during all your trip.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Muir Woods entrance fee $15/ea, Gratuities 20% industry standard

Reviewed By 426ilenem

It was so nice to not have to drive or look for parking or directions. The tour guide was very entertaining.

4. Small Group Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

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See Muir Woods and Wine Country in one great tour. Pass through the beautiful Marin Headlands on your way to Muir Woods National Monument where you will walk amongst some of the tallest trees in the world! In the afternoon, relax in both the Napa & Sonoma Valley Wine Country area, where you will enjoy local wine tastings at a variety of fine California wineries (tastings included). End the day with a drive across the Golden Gate Bridge before arriving back in San Francisco in time for dinner.

Inclusions: Transport and guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Wine tastings at two wineries

Exclusions: Muir Woods - $15 entrance fees (16 years old & older), FREE (15 years old & under), Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Additional wine tastings ($15-25)

Reviewed By lucyville1

Our tour guide was probably the best part about this wine tour! The wines were ok, but Jason was so much fun, he knew and appreciated every person at all three wineries, he took the time out to talk to every person on the tour, and his recommendations were perfect! If you're lucky enough, you'll get Jason!

5. Napa and Sonoma Wine Education Tour with Lunch

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Go beyond tasting and fully immerse yourself in Wine Country on this fun and educational tour of both Napa and Sonoma Valleys! After a pickup from your SF hotel, you will set forth on a picturesque drive over the Golden Gate Bridge and through the Marin Headlands into California's amazing and beautiful Wine Country. Upon arrival in Sonoma, you will embark on a 45 minute tram tour of the Benziger Family Winery (included!) and learn about the art and science of biodynamic winemaking. Follow the winemaking process from roots to glass and see how wine is made, bottled, aged, and distributed. Finally, back in the tasting room, you can enjoy the fruits of these labors! After the vineyard tour, including tastings at Benziger and their sister winery Imagery, relax with a picnic lunch (included!). Then head out to other favorite wineries in Sonoma and Napa Valleys for more tasting and exploring.

Inclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Narrated guided tour, Benziger Winery Tram Tour ($30 retail value), Organic, local picnic lunch (choice of turkey, ham, roast beef, or vegetarian sandwich), Wine tasting at 3 unique wineries (some tasting fees may apply if more locations are visited; proper ID required for tasting), Eco-friendly transportation in a biofueled mini-coach, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Winery tasting fees may apply

Reviewed By lucyville1

Our tour guide was probably the best part about this wine tour! The wines were ok, but Jason was so much fun, he knew and appreciated every person at all three wineries, he took the time out to talk to every person on the tour, and his recommendations were perfect! If you're lucky enough, you'll get Jason!

6. Private Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Tiburon Tour from San Francisco

Cardinal Transportation by Hansom

Receive VIP treatment and get chauffeured from your hotel door to San Francisco North Bay's historic Muir Woods, Mt. Tamalpais, Point Bonita Lighthouse, Tiburon Island, Sausalito and many more iconic destinations.  When you have your own executive car and driver in San Francisco, there's absolutely no better way to jam-pack your day full of fun with family and friends while visiting the Bay Area.  On this tour, you can expect: Concierge service to help you pick your scenic destinations Exceptional service from our chauffeurs Luxury sedan & SUV transport

Inclusions: Pre-travel consultation to plan and customize your group's itinerary and tour experience, 1 bottle of red or white wine , Optional group photograph service on the northern end of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pickup and drop-off from hotels/residences within a 15-mile radius of San Francisco, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Guide, Gratuities (standard 20% gratuity charged on total gross amount after trip completion), Airport pickup

Reviewed By BosDVII

Dean was an exceptional guide and facilitator of tastings. He was also a wealth of knowledge regarding the history of the area, as well as current events. His recommendations for food were sublime.

7. Private Muir Woods, Sausalito, Tiburon and Wine Country Tour from San Francisco

Cardinal Transportation by Hansom

Let Cardinal whisk you away on a private tour experience second to none. Receive VIP treatment and get chauffeured to San Francisco's North Bay historic Muir Woods, Mt. Tamalpais, Point Bonita Lighthouse, Tiburon Island and Sausalito.  Combine this experience with our signature service: Private Wine Touring of Sonoma, Napa and Russian River and it's safe to say there's absolutely no better way to jam-pack your day full of fun with family and friends while visiting the Bay Area.  On this tour, you can expect: Concierge service to help you pick your scenic destinations and wineries Exceptional service from our chauffeurs Luxury sedan & SUV transport Inexpensive to free wine tasting(s) (Please contact tour provider via email or phone call after booking reservation to learn more!) Please note: as of Jan 1, 2019. National Park System administered $40/vehicle charge for Drop off at Muir Wood.(paid separately by guest)

Inclusions: Available predetermined wine tour itineraries, Pre-travel consultation to plan and customize your group's itinerary and tour experience, 1 bottle of red or white wine (2 bottles for SUV reservations), Water, Optional group photograph service on the northern end of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pickup and drop-off from hotels/residences within a 15-mile radius of San Francisco, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch, Guide, Gratuities (standard 20% gratuity charged on total gross amount after trip completion), Additional time past the first 8hrs, Airport pickup

Reviewed By BosDVII

Dean was an exceptional guide and facilitator of tastings. He was also a wealth of knowledge regarding the history of the area, as well as current events. His recommendations for food were sublime.

8. Discover Point Reyes natural wonders and ancient redwoods all-inclusive

Alcatraz Tours

From its thunderous ocean breakers, crashing against rocky headlands, to its grassy open spaces, brushy hillsides and forested ridges, Point Reyes National Seashore is home to over 1,500 species of plants and animals waiting to be discovered by you! While your local expert tour guide drives you through Marin County, you will see diverse and amazing ecosystems, each with its own rich flora and fauna. Marine wildlife is abundant along the seashore and you may even encounter seals, sea otters, Tule elk, whales, and elephant seals along the way. This new adventure allows you more time in the wilderness and countryside, as you visit two different ancient groves of giant redwoods - Nicasio Valley and Samuel P. Taylor State Park of coastal redwoods - at no extra cost. We therefore do not include Muir Woods and Stinson beach on this tour, which allows you more time to enjoy the Point Reyes wilderness. This tour doesn’t go to Sausalito, Stinson Beach and Muir Woods?

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, complimentary private pickup /drop-off in San Francisco or Sausalito

Exclusions: Meals, tour guide's gratuity, optional activities fees. This tour doesn't go to Muir Woods park

Reviewed By KissXX

Alcatraz. It is amazing!! The self guided headphone tour is very comprehensive. The island is beautiful and the information is more than I would have expected. There are views of the Golden Gate, Bay Bridge, and San Francisco. Love it!!

9. Private Muir Woods Outdoor Adventure with Stinson Beach and Mount Tamalpais Park

Golden Horizon Tours

Choose quality over quantity - our goal is to exceed your expectation! 100% Local San Francisco Accredited & Established Business Since 2004 100% Glowing Feedback Including TripAdvisor, BBB + A rating & More 100% Peace of Mind; Hassle-Free Booking & Worry-Free Tour Packages 100% Trusted, Licensed and Bonded Local Tour Operator Since 2004 100% Tailor-Made Custom Tours & Freedom to Customize a La Carte Unique Itineraries & Lifetime 5-Star Experiences Guaranteed High Level & First-Class Services - No hidden Fees & Satisfaction Guaranteed Superior & Awards Including TripAdvisor, BBB A+ Rating, Gold Award of Business Credibility Trust + SF Travel & Convention Bureau Award & More Authentic Tour Experiences and Unique Destinations Unavailable Elsewhere Family-Friendly Tour Operator + Local Passionate & Fun-loving Multilingual Tour Guides Luxury Vehicles, Go Where You Want to Go & Travel at Your Pace High-Profile VIP Clients; Top Travel Custom Services Specialist

Inclusions: Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles , parking, all taxes and pickup/drop off included , Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: Driver's gratuity (15%) Muir woods entrance fees, optional fees or features not stated

Reviewed By frankyannis

LOOK NO FURTHER! THEY WILL EXCEED YOUR EXPECTATIONS Our Napa, Alcatraz, Russian River Valley and Yosemite experience with Golden Horizon. Napa Valley has been on our bucket-list for a while, we finally made it to Napa, and we stayed at Solage resort located in northern Napa Valley. The hotel is very elegant and located in a peaceful location near Calistoga. As for sightseeing, we booked multiple private wine tours with Golden Horizon Travel. Our awesome tour guide, Adam, took us to new and exclusive wineries each day, in and around Napa Valley. We also had a wine and food pairing in Sonoma and Napa Valley. The wineries we visited and the wines we had exceeded our expectations. With Adam, we felt like travelling with a friend, he never finished the tour as scheduled, he always added more time to our daily trips and made us feel like a family. We were really glad to book multiple private tours with this company, we had a hot air balloon ride scheduled during the weekend, but we could not fly due to wind and weather conditions. However, the next day, we took off from Yountville, and had one of the best sunrises ever. It’s an exciting and fun experience. Adam is an expert photographer and took a lot of beautiful photos of us, he later shared them with us. This was an amazing experience we will never forget. We wanted to see the big redwood trees and decided to skip Muir Woods and visit the Russian River Valley wineries and Redwoods. The choice of wineries there was a great fit for our taste, we visited DeLoach, Gary Farrell and Merry Edwards Winery. We love pinots and enjoyed awesome wines there. Last, we spared one more day to visit Yosemite national park during our stay in the Bay Area. We had a long day private trip with a nice tour guide, his name is Gerard. He was kind enough to take us on a hike to see the big sequoias after visiting the Yosemite Valley. We are surprised by the beauty and majesty of Yosemite, but a one-day trip doesn’t do justice to Yosemite - I recommend at least 2 or 3 day. Our last day took us from Napa to Alcatraz, and then, we got dropped off at SFO and then flew back home to Guatemala City. Thank you for the memories! We highly recommend this travel company and Adam; you won’t be disappointed. \ Ramiro A. and Irma Lopez

10. Private Horseback Riding and Muir Woods Adventure from San Francisco

Golden Horizon Tours

Choose quality over quantity - our goal is to exceed your expectation! 100% Local San Francisco Accredited & Established Business Since 2004 100% Glowing Feedback Including TripAdvisor, BBB + A rating & More 100% Peace of Mind; Hassle-Free Booking & Worry-Free Tour Packages 100% Trusted, Licensed and Bonded Local Tour Operator Since 2004 100% Tailor-Made Custom Tours & Freedom to Customize a La Carte Unique Itineraries & Lifetime 5-Star Experiences Guaranteed High Level & First-Class Services - No hidden Fees & Satisfaction Guaranteed Superior & Awards Including TripAdvisor, BBB A+ Rating, Gold Award of Business Credibility Trust + SF Travel & Convention Bureau Award & More Authentic Tour Experiences and Unique Destinations Unavailable Elsewhere Family-Friendly Tour Operator + Local Passionate & Fun-loving Multilingual Tour Guides Luxury Vehicles, Go Where You Want to Go & Travel at Your Pace High-Profile VIP Clients; Top Travel Custom Services Specialist

Inclusions: Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles , parking, all taxes and pickup/drop off included , Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: Driver's gratuity (15%),Muir woods entrance and all optional fees

Reviewed By frankyannis

LOOK NO FURTHER! THEY WILL EXCEED YOUR EXPECTATIONS Our Napa, Alcatraz, Russian River Valley and Yosemite experience with Golden Horizon. Napa Valley has been on our bucket-list for a while, we finally made it to Napa, and we stayed at Solage resort located in northern Napa Valley. The hotel is very elegant and located in a peaceful location near Calistoga. As for sightseeing, we booked multiple private wine tours with Golden Horizon Travel. Our awesome tour guide, Adam, took us to new and exclusive wineries each day, in and around Napa Valley. We also had a wine and food pairing in Sonoma and Napa Valley. The wineries we visited and the wines we had exceeded our expectations. With Adam, we felt like travelling with a friend, he never finished the tour as scheduled, he always added more time to our daily trips and made us feel like a family. We were really glad to book multiple private tours with this company, we had a hot air balloon ride scheduled during the weekend, but we could not fly due to wind and weather conditions. However, the next day, we took off from Yountville, and had one of the best sunrises ever. It’s an exciting and fun experience. Adam is an expert photographer and took a lot of beautiful photos of us, he later shared them with us. This was an amazing experience we will never forget. We wanted to see the big redwood trees and decided to skip Muir Woods and visit the Russian River Valley wineries and Redwoods. The choice of wineries there was a great fit for our taste, we visited DeLoach, Gary Farrell and Merry Edwards Winery. We love pinots and enjoyed awesome wines there. Last, we spared one more day to visit Yosemite national park during our stay in the Bay Area. We had a long day private trip with a nice tour guide, his name is Gerard. He was kind enough to take us on a hike to see the big sequoias after visiting the Yosemite Valley. We are surprised by the beauty and majesty of Yosemite, but a one-day trip doesn’t do justice to Yosemite - I recommend at least 2 or 3 day. Our last day took us from Napa to Alcatraz, and then, we got dropped off at SFO and then flew back home to Guatemala City. Thank you for the memories! We highly recommend this travel company and Adam; you won’t be disappointed. \ Ramiro A. and Irma Lopez

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