Family Friendly Getaway to Novato

With a trip to Novato, you'll discover a charming Downtown filled with great restaurants, shopping, wineries and craft breweries along with countless outdoor adventures. Surrounded by rolling hills and over 3,600 acres of open space, Novato is an ideal destination for families in search of a weekend of hiking, biking or exploring. Spend the day visiting any of our museums, parks and golf courses, or relax at an award-winning spa. Just thirty minutes from the beaches of the California coastline and the hustle and bustle of San Francisco, Novato offers the perfect location for visitors hoping to seeing it all.

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Downtown Novato

Visit downtown Novato and enjoy a leisurely stroll down historic Grant Avenue where you can peruse quaint stores and boutiques offering everything from upscale clothing and fine quality home decor to artisan food and antiques. Adults and kids alike will enjoy a treat from Celine’s Sweets, or a scoop of refreshing handmade ice cream from the counter at La Michoacana.

Bay Area Discovery Museum

Located 20 miles south of Novato at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay Area Discovery Museum provides a variety of activities and family fun. The museum is designed to ignite creative thinking in children ages 6-months to 8-years. The sprawling hands-on museum covers 7.5 acres of beautiful Marin terrain.

Pioneer Park

Historic Pioneer Park Novato is a popular, family-friendly destination located one mile west of downtown. The nine-acre, tree-lined grounds include paved walking paths, a large renovated children’s playground area with an updated play structure, picnic tables, a covered BBQ area, and plenty of open lawn for throwing frisbees or a lively game of catch.

Best Western PLUS Novato Oaks Inn

Nestled against the scenic hills of Northern Marin County, the Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn is situated in a peaceful and relaxed setting perfect for the Wine Country traveler. The Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn offers 107 spacious and finely appointed guest rooms and a host of exceptional amenities including free breakfast, free wi-fi, swimming pool, spa, fire pit, barbeque, fitness room, business center and the popular on-site restaurant and bar, Wildfox Restaurant.

Courtyard by Marriott

Designed for the business professional and weekend explorer alike, Courtyard by Marriott Novato allows you to create the perfect Bay Area trip. Nestled in serene Marin County, the hotel is just 30 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge and 20 minutes from the acclaimed wineries of Sonoma. Spread out and rest easier in over 136 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and suites. Each room features plush Marriott linen, enhanced Paul Mitchell amenities, and smart work spaces with complimentary high speed wireless internet.

Inn Marin

Inn Marin in Novato offers the ambiance of a boutique hotel, with state-of-the-art green lodging accommodations and sustainability practices. Inn Marin is pet friendly and is within minutes of the Sonoma and Napa wine country, award winning restaurants and sightseeing tourist attractions. Situated on five acres of land, the Inn Marin boasts 70 guest rooms, a full size pool and elegant gardens with plenty of shade trees to relax under after a busy day.

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Novato is the perfect family getaway

Downtown Novato

Hamilton Field History Museum

Hiking in Novato

Biking in Novato

Stafford Lake Bike Park

Bay Area Discovery Museum

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Celine's Sweets