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, also known as the Redwood Empire Ice Arena. 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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Owner Matt Spector chose an interesting name for his health-oriented café, since the dictionary defines zoftig as 'having a full rounded figure: pleasingly plump.' But as he explains it, in his family...
Looking for a leisurely day of shopping in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County? There's no better spot than downtown's Fourth Street. Lined with redwood trees and historic shop fronts, this is the best place in...
Cyclists visiting Sonoma County have access to a vast network of bike trails within the city of Santa Rosa (bike rentals, too - see below for more information). For bike trails all around Sonoma...
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Wine Country Balloons - Celebrating 35 years of five-star-rated FAA Safety Certified hot air ballooning over the spectacular Sonoma Valley. Sailing gentle wind currents, you can often view the Pacific…
Inspired by the fast-pace serving of the most popular street food of Japan, Raku Ramen + Rolls offers our signature ramen dishes and sushi rolls in Sonoma County. Co-created with Hiro-Nori Craft Ramen…
Explore contemporary art and regional history at the Museum of Sonoma County! Located in Downtown Santa Rosa, the Museum's campus is walking distance from the Downtown Santa Rosa SMART Train depot and…
Luther Burbank Home & Gardens is where world-renowned horticulturist Luther Burbank lived and experimented with plants for most of his 50-year career. This Registered National, State & City Historic…
Monte Vista Motel is located in Santa Rosa, CA. This is the only Monte Vista Motel location in Santa Rosa.
Ca Bianca’s cuisine is a blend from multiple regions of Italy, from Milano in the north to Sicilia in the south. Our delicious array of tantalizing dishes include house-made pasta and bread, perfectly…
Welcome to Jack and Tony’s Restaurant and Whisky Bar, found in Santa Rosa’s Railroad Square Historic District. Located in the heart of Sonoma County’s Wine Country, we are just 50 miles north of San…
Find just the right amount of sweet and sour on the menu at Great China, a Chinese joint in Santa Rosa that has foodies talking nonstop. This restaurant is more than willing to accommodate families,…
Mary's Pizza Shack, founded in 1959 by Mary Fazio, is famous for its homemade Italian comfort food at reasonable prices. From the first single "shack" opened over sixty years ago, Mary's Pizza Shack…
Recreation Swim offers a fun time in the water for all ages. All facilities will be open for use during recreation swim times and lifeguards will be on duty for your safety. Lockers are available for…