Rainy Day Things To Do in Marin County
The rainy season has arrived in Marin County so it’s time to head indoors. It’s the perfect opportunity take a class, catch a movie, do some wall climbing, enjoy a spa day, and more! Here’s a round up of rainy day ideas and inspiration from your friends at Mill Valley Inn, Acqua Hotel, and Waters Edge Hotel.
Heath Ceramics Tour in Sausalito
Any visit to Marin should include a visit to the original factory and store of world-renowned and uniquely Californian Heath Ceramics. Their Sausalito location is where this famous tabletop and tile company began in 1959, and to this day their beautiful and useful objects will improve your life. Pro-Tip: their iconic bud vase makes a perfect Marin souvenir and they are sized to fit in a tiny corner of your luggage.
In addition to visiting their store, you can also take a tour of the on-site factory. Also a must-do! Here’s the link for booking the tour.
Pottery Classes in Marin County
Maybe after your visit to Heath Ceramics, you have a urge to make something for yourself? Good news, you can throw some pottery at Wabi Pottery Studio in downtown San Rafael where you can take a class, walk-in, or book a private group experience.
Indoor Rock Climbing in Marin County
Climb the walls at The Gravity Vault where you will find 18,000 total square feet of climbing. Add on 4,000 square feet of bouldering over two levels, 200+ Top Rope and Lead Routes, speed walls and more. We don’t even know what most of these things are but it sounds like tons of fun!
Cupcake Baking Classes in Marin County
Those are cupcakes in that photo! And you can learn to make them at Baked Blooms! Truly these are works of art with a big Marin County following. Check out Baked Blooms Classes to try your hand at making these masterpieces!
Author Events and Writing Classes in Marin County
Check out the roster of author events happening at Book Passage in Corte Madera, a beloved and lively local bookstore known for their author events.
Also, there are classes in case you become inspired to develop your writing skills.
Spa Day in Marin County
The most relaxing way to spend a rainy day is having a spa treatment. Here are a couple of our favorites:
International Orange (above) where you can enjoy the sunny deck or the bright and warm relaxation lounge before and/or after your treatment.
Evo Spa is small, lush and low key with really lovely practitioners and and excellent shop with clothing, jewelry, and body products.
Conscious Transformation for a truly magical, mystical, highly personal experience with Andrea Satyam in her small studio in Mill Valley
Art Workshops in Marin County
Bibby Gignilliat offers super fun, inspiring, and hands-on mixed media workshops and private and group lessons in her big and creative Sausalito studio. Here’s a link to more art workshops and classes in Marin County at the ICB building in Sausalito.
If you’d rather look at art than make it, head over to the Marin MOCA gallery in downtown San Rafael.
Long Leisurely Lunch in Marin County
Is there anything more delightful than a long leisurely lunch! Here’s a quick rundown of spots that are perfect for lingering: Italian — Piazza D’Angelo (mmm that photo above!) or Poggio or Il Davide.. Japanese - Sushi Ran. French Cafe — Petit Left Bank. Pizza — Pizzalina. Mexican — Playa.
Those restos are located all over the county and some are open weekdays, some not, so check the sites before you go. Better yet, make reservations so you have your long leisurely to look forward to.
Dinner and a Movie in Marin County
OH, and of course the classic: Dinner and a Movie in Marin. To the list in that link, let’s add then newly-re-opened Sequoia Theatre in downtown Mill Valley, two blocks from Mill Valley Inn. The dinner pairing for this theater is Playa, right next door.
Arcade Games in Marin County
Looking for something more active than a movie? Look no further than Pixels Arcade and Taproom in downtown San Rafael. This 21 and over retro arcade bar serves craft beer, cider, and food to fuel your gaming adventures.
See you out there!
