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Top 30 Things to Do
When You Visit, Let Our List of 30 Things To Do Be Your Guide
From the rolling vineyards to our lively downtown, Santa Rosa offers a vibrant mix of experiences—whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, local flavor, or a taste of arts and culture, you’ll find it all right here.
Exploration Time
Step Back In Time
Step back in time with a visit to Historic Railroad Square. You will find antiques, unique shops, coffee houses, and restaurants.
The Urban Heart of Santa Rosa
Hungry? Thirsty? Bored? Downtown Santa Rosa has you covered with dining, shopping, markets, movies, music, and more.
Farmers Markets
Searching for fresh produce, local artisan goods, or unique finds all year long? Santa Rosa’s markets offer it all—week after week.
Peanuts
Peanuts on Parade Statues
Discover the more than 100 whimsical statues of the Peanuts gang around Sonoma County with this digital map.
Experience The Joy Of Snoopy And The Peanuts Gang
The Charles M. Schulz Museum features changing galleries of original comic art, a re-creation of Schulz’s studio, a 100-seat theater, a drawing room, and beautiful outdoor gardens with a labyrinth in the shape of Snoopy’s head.
Have A Hot Cocoa At The Warm Puppy Café
Snoopy’s Home Ice is the coolest place in Santa Rosa and home to local athletes in the sports of ice hockey and figure skating. Public ice skating is available along with shopping at the gallery and gift shop.
Family Fun
Get The Kids Exhausted
Take the kids to the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County a cheerful museum for kids featuring interactive and educational activities, plus an explorative garden.
Endless Entertainment
Have indoor fun at Poppy Bank Epicenter with bowling, laser tag, a trampoline park, an arcade, virtual reality games, restaurants and more!
Go On Safari In The Sonoma Serengeti
Discover wildest Africa in the heart of Wine Country! At Safari West, every day means adventure as we journey out in search of herds of wildebeest, romping rhinos, and towering giraffes. From ring-tailed lemurs to the dazzling zebra, nearly 900 animals from over 90 unique species roam through the 400-acre preserve.
Food & Drink
Discover Where Wine Country Meets Beer City
Discover our award-winning craft breweries and pubs with the help of the Santa Rosa Beer Passport and savor unique microbrews and seasonal releases at Russian River Brewing Company, HenHouse Brewing Company, CUVER Belgian Brewers, and more.
Coastal Cuisine
Meals with a view along the Sonoma coastline are sure to satisfy at places like Drakes Sonoma Coast at The Lodge at Bodega Bay or The Tides Wharf & Restaurant a few steps from The Inn at the Tides.
Wine & Food Pairings
Sonoma County’s finest wineries and vineyards: St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Ledson Winery & Vineyards, Balletto Vineyards & Winery, Paradise Ridge Winery, Korbel Winery, Francis Ford Coppola Winery and others offer daily tastings and unique events.
Entertainment
Take In A World-Class Performance
Luther Burbank Center for the Performing Arts offers world-class performances of music, theater, dance, comedy, family programming, and renowned speaker events.
Have A Laugh
Laugh it up in the heart of downtown at Barrel Proof Lounge, where comedy flows as smooth as the drinks, and free popcorn calls your name.
Hit It, Maestro
Music Director Francesco Lecce-Chong leads the award-winning Santa Rosa Symphony performing concerts at the amazing Green Music Center.
Tours
Touring Around
Explore wine country in comfort with guided tours and transportation options that let you sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey from winery to winery.
Take A Walking Tour
Santa Rosa is full of local neighborhoods, art, and historic districts. Explore the history and architecture on foot by taking one of our Walking Tours.
Go For A Ride
See Sonoma County from a new perspective with cycling tours along scenic vineyards with Getaway Adventures, plus city cruises with Redwood Bikeshare.
Museum Visits
Local History
Find rotating art and history housed in the historic 1910 post office and sculpture garden at the Museum of Sonoma County.
Native Roots
Uncover rich heritage and living traditions of California’s Native peoples through engaging exhibits and programs at the California Indian Museum & Cultural Center
Garden of Time
Discover stunning blooms, rare plants, and living history at this charming botanical landmark and former home of world-renowned horticulturalist, Luther Burbank.
Parks & Outdoors
Selfcare with Fresh Air
Trione-Annadel State Park offers trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. With more than 5,500 acres of rolling hills, seasonal streams, meadows, and woodlands, this beautiful state park offers something for everyone. Make sure to visit during springtime to enjoy the wildflowers, especially around Lake IIsanjo.
Soar Like An Eagle
Fly through the redwoods on a canopy tour at Sonoma Zipline Adventures or visit the Pacific Coast Air Museum and imagine what it is like soaring through the sky.
City Parks
Santa Rosa maintains over 70 parks, trails and open spaces. Discover the great outdoors at one of the many city, regional and state parks in the area.
Arts
Artful Adventure
Converge in the SOFA district (South A Street) for art galleries, live music, local eats, and quaint Julliard Park. Cool, creative hotel stays in the neighborhood make it easy to linger.
Try Local Theater
6th Street Playhouse is a professional theatre heart and home for Northern California, offering artistic and educational experiences or enjoy an outdoor performance by Transcendence Theater Company in Jack London State Park.
Art Among the Vines and Gardens
Wander through striking outdoor sculptures at Paradise Ridge Winery, the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, and Sonoma Botanical Garden, where art and nature blend beautifully in every season.
Treat Yourself
Retail Therapy
Santa Rosa’s shopping districts like Montgomery Village, Santa Rosa Plaza, Downtown Santa Rosa and Historic Railroad Square, feature one of a kind owner-operated boutique stores and wine country restaurants
Time to Relax
Unwind and recharge with luxurious pampering at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary, Vinarosa Spa or The Spa at Flamingo.
Feeling Lucky?
Try your luck at Twin Pine Casino & Hotel — where wine country meets winning.
Bonus
Even More Things To Do
Wag More, Bark Less
Take your furry friend with you and check out our list of dog-friendly hotels and activities.
Walk Among The Giants
805 acres of old-growth coast redwoods, some estimated to be over 1,400 years old and measuring more than 310 feet in height. Enjoy picnic areas, hiking trails, and horseback riding at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve.
Meet A Farmer
Check out one of our many year-round and seasonal farmer's markets or visit a farm along the Farm Trails.
Check Out The Rugged Sonoma Coast
Head to Bodega Bay and stroll along the rugged Sonoma Coast and watch the waves crash in.
