Top Things to do in Marin County
Top Hotels in Marin County
- 1. Best Western Corte Madera Inn
- 2. Casa Madrona Hotel and Spa
- 3. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
- 4. Best Western Corte Madera Inn
- 5. The Lodge at Tiburon
- 6. Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County
- 7. Marin Suites Hotel
- 8. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County
- 9. Inn Marin & Suites
- 10. Waters Edge Hotel
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Marin County, Marin County
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.
Restaurants in Marin County
1. Marin Headlands
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,889 reviews
Located at the Point Bonita Lighthouse, these headlands offer a suspension bridge and hiking trail.
Reviewed By karen5326 - Grants Pass, United States
It is surprising to get such a sense of wildness so close to the city, but the Marin Headlands give you that experience. The Visitor Center was worth a stop and had interesting exhibits, helpful staff, and a good array of books and gifts. It is worth a drive to the end of the road if you have the time.
2. Food & Farm Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 173 reviews
Come savor sustainability... Explore beautiful Marin and Sonoma on a gourmet guided tour! Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tours and tastings of the area's best wine, cheese, bread, pastries, produce, grass-fed meats, oysters and more! Learn about artisan food production, local history and sustainable agriculture - foodie's dream!
3. Mount Tamalpais State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 441 reviews
Beautiful state park north of San Francisco.
Reviewed By AdvtrTrvlr - Camarillo, United States
This area is north of the Marin Headlands and the Muir Woods. We drove all around on the Panoramic Highway down to Stinson Beach. Many of the roads are very narrow and have sharp curves. The main thing to do in this park are countless numbers of hikes you can do, many from the woods / mountains all the way down to either Muir Beach or to Stinson Beach.
4. Throckmorton Theater
5. Schooner Freda B
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5.0 based on 129 reviews
The Schooner Freda B sails out of historic downtown Sausalito, CA. This beautiful 80 foot schooner hosts a myriad of public sails; local history, Giants Games in McCovey Cove, ecological, sunset and city lights sails, to name just a few. The Schooner Freda B offers a local beers and wines bar. We are also well regarded for epicurean private sails, like our lobster feed on Angel Island, Giants Games in McCovey Cove, wine club tastings and corporate team building on the magnificent San Francisco Bay. San Francisco departures available.
6. Battery Spencer
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By beagleshnout - Branson, United States
Which I am one. I tour Coastal Artillery forts/batteries whenever I travel. This is a must. The view of the ocean is wonderful. The entire Marin Headlands area with Fort Baker, Fort Cronkite, Fort Barry etc is fantastic for the outdoors hiker and military history buff.
7. Point Reyes Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 reviews
Point Reyes National Seashore boasts some of the most diverse wildlife viewing opportunities in the country. It is home to healthy populations of predators such as bobcat, coyote, grey fox and badger. Over 50% of North America's birds have been documented here giving you the chance to see owls, hawks, falcons and many other bird species. Dramatic cliffs, gorgeous beaches and a world famous lighthouse where you can look for elephant seals, migrating whales, sea lions, harbor seals and other wildlife make up the National Seashore's dramatic coastline. Customize your 6 hour experience with us, be it for wildlife viewing, visiting the lighthouse, the famous Cypress Tree Tunnel and other scenic and historical sites or for long guided hikes. The day is yours.
8. Tomales Bay State Park
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4.5 based on 97 reviews
Encompasses beaches, a majestic forest, leisure hikes and wild animals.
Reviewed By erichansb
Great nature trail about indigenous people also at this very attractive beach. The nature trail leads to another beach even quieter. Pictures of quieter Indian Beach.
9. Bolinas Lagoon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Just outside of the Point Reyes National Seashore.
Reviewed By Alicsyed - Fremont, United States
When heading North on Rt.1 starting from Stinson Beach to Wilkins Gulch you can see this beautiful lagoon. The water were very calm in the lagoon during the evening when we were driving on Rt. 1. Number of folks were fishing, and there are a few areas where you can pull over and enjoy the lagoon from Rt.1. Launching a kayak is not recommended from Rt.1 into this lagoon based on a sign we saw that was posted.
10. Bay Area Discovery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 212 reviews
At BADM, the safety of our visitors and staff is our top priority. Based on the recommendation of the California Department of Public Health, BADM has closed and will remain closed until March 31, 2020. This closure is in response to public health recommendations surrounding COVID-19. We are not aware of any BADM visitor or staff person that has been exposed to the virus. We are continuing to monitor the COVID-19 situation and will be providing regular updates to our community via email, our website, and our social media channels. Thank you for your continued support of the Bay Area Discovery Museum.
Reviewed By D4393BFmicheleb - Rancho Mirage, United States
We have been going there since my grandson could crawl. Now he is exploring all of the park because he is 6. Always a unique activity for all ages and abilities
