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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Farmer-florist Lennie Larkin says moving into agriculture as a second career was the answer to many questions in her life. “I’d never loved anything like I love flowers; I’d never been so fascinated,”...
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Explore contemporary art and regional history at the Museum of Sonoma County! Located in Downtown Santa Rosa, the Museum's campus is within walking distance from the Downtown Santa Rosa SMART Train…
One of the Wine Country's most historic properties, the Hotel La Rose has anchored Santa Rosa's Railroad Square since 1907. With it's Old World atmosphere, convenient location, and courteous and…
Founded in 1989 Pacific Coast Air Museum is a unique collection of authentic, well-cared-for aircraft, and a non-profit community based organization with a dedicated base of aviation experts who are…
Smokin' Bowls was born from our desire to reinvent the way comfort food was made and served, with a focus on flavor, value, and fun. Everything is gluten-free! Two of our founders have gluten…
At 4th Street Deli, you can find a variety of cuisine such as Turkey Jack Panini, Chicken Breast Provolone Panini, Pint Southwest Quinoa, Roast Beef Hot MTO, and Hot Pastrami Pete. We are conveniently…
Headed to Santa Rosa? Avis has great rates on great rental cars and accessories. The heart of California’s famed wine country, Santa Rosa is known for its beautiful scenery, and a charming downtown…
D’Argenzio Winery is owned and operated by Ray and Ricci D’Argenzio (twin brothers) with Ray’s daughter, Breanna Tamburin, running the Santa Rosa wine tasting room. A Santa Rosa Winery offering wine…
Dan Scannell is an award winning artist working in Sonoma County. He is the former Visual Director of I. Magnin in San Francisco and was an instructor at the de Young Museum Art School. Until recently…
Wine Country Life Vacations presents Casita Amarosa, a unique vacation home, sleeping 8 guests in Fountaingrove, Santa Rosa, Sonoma County. Close to so many activities for visitors, perfect for family…
Mombo’s began in 2002 at its Santa Rosa location. Founder Fred Poulos returned to his roots making pizza which he first did on the East Coast where he grew up. Fred lived in many places gaining…