Larkspur, City center in Marin County, United States
Description
Larkspur sits along the western shore of San Francisco Bay as a city blending older residential architecture with modern shopping and dining options. The streetscape reflects periods from the 1800s through contemporary development.
History
Founded in 1857, this town grew from a small settlement into an established community that attracted official historic preservation recognition. Its architectural heritage became the focus of conservation efforts.
Culture
The downtown area displays Victorian Queen Anne homes and storefronts reflecting early settlement patterns. The Lark Theater shows independent films and serves as a gathering place for movie enthusiasts.
Practical
The Golden Gate Ferry terminal provides regular boat connections to San Francisco across the bay. The compact downtown layout and relatively flat terrain make walking the main streets straightforward for most visitors.
Did you know?
The Remillard Brickyard Kiln stands as the only surviving structure from the brick company that supplied materials for San Francisco's rebuilding after the 1906 earthquake. This remnant tells the story of the region's industrial past.
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Terrapin Crossroads
4.1 km
Ring Mountain
5.1 km
Lark Theater
137 m
Marin Shakespeare Company
5.2 km
Larkspur Downtown Historic District
137 m
Triangle Marsh
3.6 km
San Rafael Improvement Club
4.6 km
Congregation Kol Shofar
4.4 km
Bradford House
4.8 km
Alley
3.2 km
San Quentin Beach
4.7 km
Old Mill Park
3.6 km
Mill Valley Golf Course
2.4 km
San Clemente Park
3.4 km
Alexander-Acacia Bridge
545 mSlide House
1.8 kmGiant Picnic Table
1.9 kmThrockmorton Theater
3.4 kmForest Meadows Amphitheater
5.2 kmSeager/Gray Gallery
3.3 kmMarin Art & Garden Center, Ross
3.5 kmTamalpais Maiden
1.7 kmScenic viewpoint
3.7 kmScenic viewpoint
5 kmRed Autumn Trees Formation
3.2 kmScenic viewpoint
3.8 kmScenic viewpoint
3.5 kmDawn Falls
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