Just 55 miles north of San Francisco, Santa Rosa is a good base for exploring all that California Wine Country has to offer. Its thriving downtown boasts three distinct shopping districts, five historic residential neighborhoods, arts and culture, events, great restaurants, famous chefs, wine tasting rooms, brew pubs, and a comfortable inviting atmosphere.
Start your visit at the Santa Rosa Visitor Center / California Welcome Center, located in an old railroad depot in Santa Rosa's Historic Railroad Square. The center staff can offer tips about what to see and do, and the neighborhood offers a charming mix of antique stores, specialty shops, coffee houses, and restaurants.
Santa Rosa is home to a museum that celebrates famed cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s life and work, and colorful street sculptures of Peanuts characters can be throughout the city. On the museum’s campus is Snoopy’s Home Ice. And nearby you'll find the interactive Children's Museum of Sonoma County.
Cycling enthusiasts from around the world are familiar with this city, which offers a wide variety of bike trails for all levels of experience, and has hosted a stage in the Amgen Tour of California professional cycling race.
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Most state and regional parks in Sonoma County offer activities for the entire family but, because of all its options, Spring Lake Regional Park is a standout. On the eastern edge of Santa Rosa — just...
Native American basket weavers follow differing traditions and use various techniques. But they do seem to agree on one thing: That their least favorite question people ask them about basketry is,...
Looking for a great meal but don't want to leave your hotel? Sonoma County has you covered! We’ve compiled a list of local favorite restaurants that offer takeout, curbside pickup or delivery, from...
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Inspiration Vineyards & Winery is located in Santa Rosa and specializes in hand-made premium wines produced in small quantities. Our vineyards are located on Olivet Road in the Russian River AVA. We…
Gorjana is a Southern California-based jewelry brand known for its effortless and laid-back style, with a wide assortment of pieces ranging from necklaces and earrings to bracelets and rings, as well…
Take your wine country experience to the next level with a seated food & wine pairing experience at Kendall-Jackson Wine Estates and Garden. These exceptional tastings pair limited-production wines…
Upscale farm-to-fork eatery featuring a daily changing American prix pixe menu & large wine list.
The Golden Gate Transit operates bus 72, 74, 76, and 101 from San Francisco to Petaluma and to Santa Rosa. Catch it at Main and Folsom streets, at the Transbay Terminal.
The Original San Francisco Sourdough™. In 1849, the Boudin family struck culinary gold. Wild yeasts in the San Francisco air had imparted a unique tang to their traditional French bread, giving rise…
Visit The Jewel of Santa Rosa! This 138-acre community park provides seemingly endless recreational opportunities. There’s beautiful Lake Ralphine for fishing and boating, a softball field, tennis and…
Santa Rosa Plaza is the premiere shopping destination in Sonoma County, offering unparalleled choice and shops found nowhere else in the North Bay. A trip to wine country would not be complete without…