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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Winter in Sonoma County may be mild relatively speaking but there are days and—especially—nights when Jack Frost’s nipping and all you want to do is snuggle up by a crackling fireplace with a hot...
No matter what your dietary preference is, Sonoma County is full of amazing food. Enjoying a decadent weekend away in wine country can easily be done with healthy culinary choices, be it vegan...
People from all over the world are drawn to the world-class destination that is Sonoma County. Many of them come for the wine! For these visitors, we highlight four local inns that have wine-lover...
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Specialty rolls get creative with combos such as a Stony Point of tempura shrimp and crab topped with ebi, mango, avocado, lime juice, tomato, cilantro and unagi sauce, or the S Cube of panko-fried…
Come visit us and see why we’ve been voted one of the best breakfasts in Santa Rosa! Hank’s Creekside has been serving breakfast at the same location in Santa Rosa for 20+ years! Open Monday through…
A visit to the legendary John Ash & Co is a celebration of Wine Country cuisine at its best. Nestled next to the spectacular Vintners Resort, with its 92 acres of lush vineyards and landscaped…
Toppings Frozen Yogurt & Smoothie Bar is owned by Jason Fitzgerald. Jason is always looking for healthy dessert options. When he found frozen yogurt it was a dream come true. There are many health…
Located in Santa Rosa California, Simply Vietnam Express aims to bring you the same quality and flavors of Vietnam in a more casual and on the go experience.
Artisan Boulanger, a bakery that specializes in bread and especially in French-style breads. We are happy to welcome you at our new location. Please be patient, we are short-staffed and in training!…
Our family-friendly Italian restaurant is conveniently located in the Montgomery Village Shopping Center at the corner of Sonoma Avenue and Farmers Lane. Run by General Manager Craig Karas with Chef…
BREW coffee & beer is a cafe celebrating all things brewed. Located in the historic district of Santa Rosa with a view of the St. Rose church out our window. We have created a warm and friendly…
Cattlemens is widely known as the “Best Steak In The West”. If you’re looking for the best steakhouse experience in the Sonoma and Napa area, stop by the Santa Rosa Cattlemens to enjoy hand-cut…
We are a small family owned business. Weve been open for 10 years now and love satisfying customers taste buds with the chefs signature cooking skills and combinations. Everything on our menu is made…