Sonoma County has been a family destination for years. Connect with the land and with each other when you visit the Pacific Ocean, rivers, redwood forests, and more than 60 regional and state parks. Fly a kite at the coast. Go on safari at a wildlife preserve.Â
Tour the museum dedicated to Peanuts cartoonist Charles M. Schulz. Explore the hands-on magical Children's Museum of Sonoma County. Ride on one of the best scale railroads in the country at Train Town. Plan your family’s vacation today with our free Visitors Guide.
July 2020 Update: During the current COVID-19 pandemic, many Sonoma County experiences and activities are still available and ready for you to enjoy, such as lodging, outdoor activities and outdoor dining. However, certain activities, such as indoor museums are temporarily restricted or unavailable. See What’s Open. Sonoma County Tourism is encouraging everyone to follow public health authorities’ recommendations  and to review the Safe Travels Promise as a way to keep our community and visitors safe.
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Known for its award-winning wines, luxury inns, and romantic honeymoon vacations, Sonoma County also serves as the perfect place for an unforgettable fun-filled family vacation. Many parÂents think...
Summer time, and the livin's easy … especially when you're with your family in Sonoma County. With more than a million acres to explore, the landscape brims with variety, be it sandy beaches and...
While all areas of Sonoma County are family friendly, there's something magical about the craggy Pacific coastline and sandy California beaches that entices families to pull over the minivan and...
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Step back in Time, over 3 million years, and follow the trail of majestic petrified redwood giants arrayed before you in a fascinating grove in beautiful California wine country. Come take a walk with…
Doran Regional Park features a wide, 2-mile stretch of beach on Bodega Bay and is ideal for walking, picnicking, playing in the sand, flying kites, surfing, and bird-watching. A boat launch provides…
Scandia Family Fun Center, fun for the whole family! Conveniently located just off the Rohnert Park Expressway and Highway 101. Scandia offers two award winning miniature golf courses, Lil' Indy…
Located in the middle of beautiful Sonoma County, Cal Skate is one of the North Bay Area's only roller skating rinks. We host parties, school events, free skate, roller derby bouts, and more. There's…
View the largest collection of original Peanuts art work in the world at the Charles M Schulz Museum. Visitors can laugh at Schulz’s original comic strips, learn about the art of cartooning and…
One of the most beautiful ice arenas in the world, the Redwood Empire Ice Arena has the feel of a Swiss Alpine Village nestled among towering Redwoods. It's the coolest place in Santa Rosa and is a…
Our goal is to expand learning opportunities about wild cats and increase awareness of the impact of human behavior on the habitat and survival of these rare species. Spend 2 1/2 hours touring our…
Enjoy trout fishing at our old fishing pond which has been stocked with rainbow trout for over 35 years. Our pond is nestled in the hills on our 219-acre sheep and cattle ranch, between the towns of…
Conveniently located in the Petaluma Factory Outlets - Time Out - is Petalumas' only childrens fun center! From trampolines to inflatable bouncy houses your children will have all the fun in the…
Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of injured and orphaned wildlife and to the promotion of understanding and appreciation of wildlife through our…