- 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!
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Named after the Spanish word for butterfly, Mariposa Park carries a butterfly theme throughout on kiosks, concrete sculptures and other park areas. The park features picnic tables, paved paths and a play area with swings, slides, ladders and sand.
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The Austin Creek SRA, or State Recreation Area, sits alongside Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. The area features twenty miles of trails for hiking with remarkable wilderness views, and has a campground.
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Moffett Field Historical Society Museum
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Capturing the history of Moffett Field, the Moffett Field Historical Society Museum in Moutnain View, California features aircraft exhibits that cover several decades. Displays tell the story of the Moffett Field from the 30s until now.
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Open for self-guided tours, the NASA Ames Visitor Center features several exhibits, including a shuttle cockpit simulator and the Mercury Redstone capsule. It also offers an immersive theater that showcases high-definition videos of Mars missions and flights through the galaxy.
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Offering both classic arcade and modern video games, Area 151 DTLA is a popular hangout for kids and adults alike. Games are played for tickets that can be redeemed for prizes.
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Lincoln Park is a 4.44-acre park that offers a Gazebo, a multi-use grass field, and several artistic sculptures. The park has a paved trail that can be used for biking, running, walking, or roller blading.
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Spanning a total distance of .78-acres, Village Park is a community park that includes walking paths, benches, and an Olympic Wannabes art sculpture. The park also includes free parking spaces.
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The Mission Peak Regional Preserve is a suitable location for interpretive hiking, radio control flying, hand gliding, and paragliding activities. Visitors of this preserve can also go backpack camping with a reservation.
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Offering samples for not yet released wines, or 'futures', Tenuta Vineyards provides barrel tastings and a tour of their vineyard. In addition to the tour, they host workshops for cooking and painting classes.
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Housed in a facility that was established in 2001, the Los Altos History Museum focuses on the history of local individuals and local agriculture. Interactive exhibits and hands-on activities are featured at the museum which is located in one of the few remaining apricot orchards in the area.