Mill Valley, California is a charming city and one of the best places to visit for a variety of reasons. Mill Valley is ideal for everyone, including families with children, couples and singles. Located only 14 miles from San Francisco by way of the Golden Gate Bridge, Mill Valley is a perfect vacation destination with something for everyone.

Although a short drive from San Francisco, visitors will feel they have gotten away from the big city and are going back to nature. The stunning views of Mt. Tamalpais to the west are breathtaking on a clear day when you can see for miles around Mill Valley. The more adventurous and active people will find their way around the numerous hiking and bike trails for a chance to see the giant redwood trees.

Mill Valley also has a lot of cultural experiences to offer. Visitors have the opportunity to visit numerous galleries, theatres, boutiques, and open air coffee shops. Mill Valley is the home of the annual Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival, the Mill Valley Film Festival and a gourmet food and wine tasting.

There are a wide variety of places to stay in Mill Valley regardless of your budget. These include hotel options that fit a wide variety of needs from bed and breakfasts to hotels.

Those on a family trip may choose to stay in one of the local hotels in Mill Valley, such as the Larkspur Hotel. The Larkspur offers a choice of hotel amenities such as a pool, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and a fitness center.

Couples on a romantic getaway can opt for a B&B. The Mill Valley Inn is located in town for those who like to walk around and explore. The Mountain View Inn offers more privacy and amazing views from atop Mt. Tamalpais. For even more privacy, visitors can stay at the Tam Valley Bed and Breakfast, which only has one guest room.

Those on a tighter budget or who need a place to sleep after a day of exploring can opt for one of the local motels in Mill Valley.  

You’ll find great events to check out in Mill Valley all year long. There are wonderful parks to visit and many nearby attractions that draw people from all over the world. One main attraction in Mill Valley is the Muir Woods National Monument. This unique park will amaze you in with its beauty and natural serenity.

It’s clear why Mill Valley is such a popular place to live in and visit. Besides its one-of-a-kind ambience and local attractions, its residents love their community. The city is not far from world-famous cities such as San Francisco and is noted as one of the top cities to live in the United States by CNN and "Money Magazine".