Explore Sonoma County’s history, with a trip to the town of Sonoma, home to Mission San Francisco Solano, the last Spanish-Mexican mission built in California.
Sonoma State Historic Park preserves the mission and the Sonoma Barracks, as well as the nearby historic home of General Vallejo and other sites. Sonoma was the site of the Bear Flag Revolt, when Californians declared their independence from Mexico.
Sonoma is also home to Buena Vista Winery, California’s oldest winery, and Gundlach-Bundschu, the state’s oldest, continually operating family winery.
Today, history walks in tandem with current times. Modern winemaking techniques are tucked away in buildings that were state of the art nearly a century ago, and wine tasting opportunities abound.
Shops, tasting rooms, restaurants, bakeries, and a historic theater line the streets around the Sonoma Plaza – an eight-acre town square, the largest in California. Venture beyond downtown to explore brew pubs, more shopping, art galleries, and more.
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Immerse yourself in the Wine Country lifestyle in the small town of Sonoma, which takes good wine, good food, the arts, history, and laid-back living and blends it into the ultimate getaway. Pick and...
If you're visiting the town of Sonoma, don't miss the opportunity to sample just-off-the-farm veggies and fruits, along with delicious locally-made products, at farmers markets and food stands...
Tastings are casual, mostly inexpensive experiences that let you go with the flow and make up your own itinerary. You can even find free wine tastings at many Sonoma County wineries. Whether this is...
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Explore an architectural showpiece known as the “Castle,” nestled among 20 acres of vineyards. Taste highly coveted, estate-grown, handcrafted wines and enjoy a picnic from our Gourmet Marketplace in…
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Sonoma Ballooning is Wine Country’s premier hot air ballooning experience! Come enjoy Sonoma on a whole new level with a FUN and reputable group of individuals dedicated to showing you the best that…
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Dedicated to crafting rare wines from uncommon varietals and character-rich vineyards, Imagery Estate Winery was forged from a thirst for experimentation. Worldly wines like Malbec, Tempranillo, and…
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OSO is a place to relax and enjoy the finest wine country has to offer in a casual and relaxing environment. Join us at our bar or lounge for drinks and small plates, including a raw bar. Chef David…
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Schug Carneros Estate Winery celebrates the 40th anniversary of its first vintage, made when a passion for Pinot Noir led patriarch Walter Schug to establish his own label and eventually leave Joseph…