San Rafael has a lively urban environment, with a full array of cultural, arts, shopping and dining opportunities. There is always something to do in San Rafael! The City’s ever changing Calendar of Events lists fun activities that include the annual Parade of Lights and Winter Wonderland, children’s events at the San Rafael Public Library, the seasonal Thursday evening Downtown Farmers’ Market Festival and the Twilight Criterium semi- and professional bike races. Downtown San Rafael boasts the Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center, the historic art deco movie theater, which is the home of the California Film Center and a full roster of films. Dining establishments abound, with pizza, ice cream and burgers offered, as well as ethnic food and fine dining establishments. Art Works Downtown hosts an art gallery, art classes and the ever popular Second Fridays Art Walk. History buffs will enjoy the historic Falkirk Cultural Center, the Mission San Rafael Archangel and the changing exhibits and walks offered by the Marin History Museum. In North San Rafael, the Northgate Mall provides an enclosed mall experience with shopping, entertainment and dining opportunities. The San Rafael Chamber of Commerce provides information on points of interest, shopping and recreation opportunities Citywide. Of course, San Rafael is part of marvelous Marin County and all it has to offer, as showcased by the Marin County Visitors Bureau.
In addition to the urban environment opportunities, San Rafael is surrounded by a beautiful natural environment of hills, open space and bayshore, with hiking, biking, camping and scenic viewing opportunities. >> http://www.cityofsanrafael.org/thingstodo/
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Updated 6.23.2011 clr / 2.12.2016 lm / 2/9/23 jj / Verified 12/12/23 J.Jackson
2 Locations
| Location | ID | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Mission San Rafael Arcangel | 999 | 1104 5th Avenue, San Rafael, CA |
| San Rafael | 181 | 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA |