| 8 miles from the marin county civic center, which was designed by frank lloyd wright. several dining options are within walking distance, including a pizzeria with a wine bar a minute away. some rooms also have balconies or terraces. 4 miles from the cascade canyon open space preserve and 6. amenities include a complimentary continental breakfast and limited covered off-street parking. 8 miles north of san francisco, this unfussy inn next to an art deco movie theater is 4. . air-conditioned rooms decorated in the arts and crafts style feature free wifi and flat-screen tvs, plus fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. located 20
San Francisco International Airport 51 min
Angel Island State Park (2 hr 5)
Large island with campsites featuring hiking & biking trails plus panoramic views of San Francisco. Marin Headlands (30 min)
A 5-mi. stretch of coastal basalt headland & habitat for bobcats, coyote, deer & abundant birdlife. Mount Tamalpais State Park (27 min)
Redwood groves plus hiking & biking trails that lead to sweeping views from a 2,571-foot peak. Alamere Falls (56 min)
Day hikes to a scenic, remote spot where water cascades down a 30 ft. cliff onto a rugged beach. Rodeo Beach (32 min)
Pebbly beach popular for surfing & sunbathing, with restrooms, trails, a lagoon & picnic tables. Samuel P Taylor State Park (14 min)
Park noted for its redwood groves & grassy hills offers camping, hiking trails & picnic areas. Battery Spencer (23 min)
Fort Baker 19th-century concrete battery featuring panoramic views of Golden Gate & San Francisco. Point Bonita Lighthouse (34 min)
Historic active lighthouse reached by a half-mile trail offers visitor access & scenic ocean views. Church of Saint Raphael / Mission San Rafael Arcangel (11 min)
Gift shop located in a historic church offering an assortment of religious books, statues & goods. Angel Island (2 hr 9)
Historic bay island with ferry access, open-air trams & panoramic San Francisco city views. Muir Woods National Monument (33 min)
Scenic, forested park featuring giant redwood trees, long hiking trails, a visitor center & more. Golden Gate National Recreation Area (23 min)
Coastal urban park with historic sites & activities from bicycling to hiking to water sports. Mount Tamalpais (49 min)
Scenic, well-networked mountain with stunning views & featuring over 100 miles of hiking & cycling. Hawk Hill (34 min)
Home to historic tunnels & forts, this peak is an iconic lookout point for migrating raptors. China Camp State Park (20 min)
Park with reservable picnic & camp sites, plus 15 mi. of hiking, biking & equestrian trails. | 
