Location: Novato
Top Things to do in Novato
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Novato (/nəˈvɑːtoʊ/ nə-VAH-toh) is a city in northern Marin County, in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the U.S. state of California. As of the 2010 United States Census, its population was 51,904. Novato is located about 10 miles (16 km) northwest of San Rafael and about 30 miles (48 km) north of San Francisco on U.S. 101. Novato is called by press, one of the best places to live in the US.
Restaurants in Novato
1. Hamilton Field History Museum
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4.5 based on 41 reviews
2. The Space Station Museum
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
The Space Station Museum is a privately funded, volunteered staffed space exploration museum that is operated by the 501c3 non-profit corporation, "The W Foundation" (TWF). TWF owns one of the largest private collections of U.S., Russian and Soviet space exploration artifacts.
3. Marin Museum of Contemporary Art
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art is a vibrant museum and arts center which helps the visual arts flourish. We bring world-class art exhibitions to the North Bay, offer educational opportunities for children and adults, and provide outreach projects that are aligned with our mission to create transformative experiences through visual art. We have a 35-year track record of providing service to Marin County and beyond, with three galleries, a museum store, an education program, classrooms, and on-site studios for over 60 working artists. MarinMOCA provides hundreds of affordable public art classes taught by professional artists, educational programs for youth and local under-served populations, and an Artist-in-Residence program.
4. Trek Winery
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By MSW1405 - Charleston, United States
Ran over because i was nearby. They ship to NJ and know what I like. Spent an hour, always learning from owner, bought some new wines as well. Great location, casual learning experience, owner is wealth of knowledge and continues to do great things. Must Visit!
5. Olompali State Historic Park
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By yankeelass57
This park is a little hidden as it can be seen from US 101 but not very well signed to reach. We loved the history and the great hike on the loop trail. It deserves more visitors.
6. Old Town Novato
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4.0 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By P5828CWalm - Novato, United States
I live in the area and count myself lucky to have such a great area to hangout!! Great restaurants, wine ???? tasting, many, many shops candy stores, ice cream shops, there is something for everyone. Heck, we even have a Dive shop that recommended a great snorkeling location in Maui! If you come to Novato, come to Old Town/Grant Street. You will not be disappointed... Oh yeah, Carmen’s Mexican Restaurant... Definitely the Best, Truly Authentic Mexican food I have ever had!!! Next to my moms of course LOL
