San Anselmo, California travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

San Anselmo is in Marin County in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. It's bordered on the east side by San Rafael, and the west side by Fairfax.

3 places to eat

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Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Mar–Nov. Summer highs reach about 72°F; winter lows dip to about 44°F. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby San Francisco)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
OAK Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, Oakland — 26 mi away (major hub). Directions
SFO San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco — 27 mi away (major hub). Directions

San Anselmo is accessible by automobile, bicycle, and Marin Transit bus service.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder