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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A Delightful emporium of vintage inspired gifts, new and current toys on the market, and home decor. Sunnyside Cottage is located in Santa Rosa only one hour north of San Francisco in the heart of…
Soft Surroundings is dedicated to making you look and feel your best. Our first catalog mailed July 19, 1999. We are based in St. Louis, Mo. Busy women of all ages are our customers - especially those…
Guiding you towards greater wellbeing. Well Sonoma aims to empower the individual seeking optimal health and balance. Our collective of specialized practitioners integrate a variety of proven…
For people near and far, the Crane Melon Barn is a familiar and welcoming site. Known affectionately as the “Melon Barn” by its many fans, it is where the original Crane Melons have been sold for over…
We deliver fresh produce to local restaurants in Sonoma County. Also during the summer we have our own local fresh veggies from our garden. We carry summer spring and winter bedding plants plus seeds.
Miracle Plum is an artisanal neighborhood market and natural wine bar located in historic Railroad Square in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa, California. Miracle Plum offers a welcoming space with…
Olive + Rose specializes in creating a collection of globally curated, one-of-a-kind items and customizable gift boxes for special moments or everyday indulging. Our extraordinary products are…
A supportive environment through and through. Treat your body like it belongs to someone you love. A team of Zumba instructors, 2 locations, 1 name, electronic passes, shared choreography, zero…
We are a small family farm that uses milk from our herd of dairy goats as the creamy moisturizing base for all the soaps and lotions that we handcraft right here in small batches. We create custom…
Woody’s Wine Tours - Providing you with an expertly customized wine tour & topnotch service for your ideal day.