Things To Do in Marin CountyFor Every Day — Every Season
Marin is renowned throughout California and the nation for its scenic splendor, outstanding arts and cultural events. Each year Marin hosts a wide variety of local, regional and nationally recognized events.
Each season provides the visitor new and colorful choices in outdoor activities, entertainment, parks and beaches.
The Antiques Dealers Association of San Anselmo brings you over 110 dealers in four collectives and 25 smaller shops. It’s a perfect destination for a day of antiquing. Plus award winning restaurants, sidewalk cafes, a winery, and the San Anselmo Inn are all within a one-half square mile area. Park once and walk to everything.
Antiques Dealers Association of San Anselmo, P.O. Box 684, San Anselmo, CA 94979
415-459-2002, San Anselmo Chamber Website — Antique Dealers & Stores
In the heart of downtown San Rafael on Fourth Street Art Works Downtown, Inc. owns and maintains a large arts center. Formal and informal galleries house exhibitions by local and Bay Area artists, lectures, special demonstrations and shows provide opportunities for the public for art education and appreciation. Studios are open to the public to interact with the artists and purchase their varied artwork, jewelry, ceramics, etc.
Art Works Downtown, Inc., 1337 Fourth Street (between C & D Streets)
San Rafael, CA 94901, 415-451-8119, www.artworksdowntown.org
The Marin Theatre Company is a professional, regional theatre producing classics and contemporary plays that examine and interpret the world we live in. The production of plays is complemented by a Performing Arts Conservatory offering classes for children and adults.
Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94903
415-388-5208, www.marintheatre.org
For nearly a century the Mountain Play has been a treasured community tradition, presenting award-winning, large scale Broadway musicals in a stunning 4,000 seat amphitheater atop Mount Tamalpais annually each May and June.
Now you can cycle your way up the mountain! Bicycling up to the Mountain Play can be a wonderful experience. With Marin County Bicycle Coalition’s free valet bike parking at the theater, you no longer need to carry that heavy lock with you up the mountain.
Mountain Play, PO Box 2025, Mill Valley, CA 94942
415-383-1100, www.mountainplay.org
In its 56th subscribtion season, Music Director Alasdair Neale, leads the Marin Symphony in a showcase of symphonic retertoire.
Marin Symphony, www.marinsymphony.org
The Ross Valley Winery is small Marin County operation that specializes in transforming modest lots of unique grapes into vineyard-designated wines, each with its own individual character and particular personality. Located in downtown San Anselmo, the winery showcases local artists’ work, and offers unique gifts and wine accessories. The tasting room is open Tuesday-Sunday from 1:00 PM-7:00 PM.
Ross Valley Winery, 343 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
415-457-5157, www.rossvalleywinery.com
All visitors agree, the SF Theological Seminary campus is beautiful beyond compare. Located within comfortable walking distance of downtown San Anselmo, the campus was established in 1892 on 14 acres, set at the foot of Mt. Tamalpais and overlooking Ross Valley. The “castles” in the hills, one patterned after the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Italy, several Victorian houses, and historic chapels are featured in this self-guided walking tour.
San Francisco Theological Seminary
2 Kensington Road, San Anselmo, CA 94960, 415-451-2800
Download PDF of Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour:
www.sananselmohistory.org/seminarywalkingtour.pdf
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Tea Garden Springs
38 Miller Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94941
415-389-7123
www.teagardensprings.com
Set in the midst of fragrant gardens and soothing streams, Tea Garden Springs Zen Day Spa offers a myriad of rejuvenating, relaxing, and therapeutic spa services. The teahouse and garden are the perfect choice for reading a book, enjoying reflective moment, or chatting with a friend, all while relaxing in the quiet of tea rituals. Sip a cup of calming tea, unwind and leave the busy world behind you!
Safronya Retreat
523 D Street
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-259-0433
www.safronya.com
Ancient Healing for Modern Times, Safronya Retreat is committed to an Ayurvedic approach and offers spa treatments, Ayurvedic consultation, a varity of ongoing workshops and yoga, as well as a Safronya Retreat Lifestyle Membership. Prior to your appointment, enjoy relaxing in the gorgeous soul-southing lounge where complimentary Ayurvedic refreshments and beverages are provided.
All Marin County campsites are located in scenic areas that are perfect for hiking and wildlife observation. Please visit our Camping page for a list: Camping in Marin County.
