Location: Novato
Top Things to do in Novato
The 10 Best Things to Do in Novato, United States
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. Old Town Novato
Overall Ratings
4 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By lifeisgoodAdele - Northern California
The Old Town section of Novato is really fun to visit. A really wide variety of shops including restaurants, clothing stores, a great shoe store (Mara's), gift stores, things for your home, a paint store, an antique store, a saw shop, a book store, ice cream & candy, and more. All the really cool things you might find in an old timey small town with newer stores too, like Whole Foods. We park at one end and walk the full length of both sides of the street looking at what is new and chatting with store owners. This is how a community downtown should be. We love it!
2. Marin County Farmers' Market--San Rafael
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
Reviewed By GCarver2 - San Rafael, California
I've been going to the Sunday Marin County Farmers' market for the past 20 years. THere's an amazing variety of local producers--farmers, growers, bakers, fishermen, local food artisans and craftspeople. There has to be close to 100 in all. There's a really nice vibe to the place too, as the market is nestled in a hollow behind the Frank Lloyd Wright Civic Center.
Get there early--8am opening--as it gets crowded quickly
3. Marin French Cheese Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By jessicams25 - Janesville, Wisconsin
On vacation to Point Reyes my family and I stopped off at this amazing little briery! If you love Brie this is your place! It was so tasty we had to stop back the next day to purchase more! They have garlic jalapeño, truffle, breakfast, triple cream, and many other Brie like cheeses! Additionally they have super tasty goat cheeses! The friendly and helpful Vianette let us sample a few and was very informative! I highly recommend the stop!
4. China Camp State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
Located on the grounds of an old Chinese fishing settlement, this park includes over 1,500 acres of beaches, hiking trails and picnic grounds.
Reviewed By Dudley H - Santa Fe, New Mexico
This was a Chinese Fishing Village that offers a lot of history. The people who created and settled this village were Chinese labors who had work on the transcontinental rail road and after its completion created a shrimping industry. Lot of evidence of how they worked and used their machinery.
5. Simraceway Performance Driving Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 358 reviews
A Racing School with World-class instructors operating from a state-of-the-art facility at the finest road course in America. The Simraceway Performance Driving Center graduates hundreds of career-minded racers and thousands of motoring enthusiasts each year, so whether you're seeking a life-changing experience or yearning for the experience of a lifetime, take a look at the wide range of programs and courses we offer to find out what we can do for you.
Reviewed By cam83 - Sydney, Australia
Took my son for his 21st birthday. He enjoyed the Half day Formula 3 experience. Everyone we encountered went out of their way to give us the best experience possible.Competent and knowledgeable instruction, great support. All so friendly and professional, first-class facilities and support, can't wait to go back
6. Shollenberger Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By 14hannon - Sonoma, California
Sonoma features many parks with a more natural setting and better scenery. Shollenberger starts from a non descript industrial/office park, and if you walk counter clock rise your initial walk down a linear levy towards the Petaluma River. The initial stroll down the river offers views on the opposite bank of a sand and gravel processing area, deteriorating buildings, abandoned boats, cars and SUVs before eventually opening into a more natural look. If you look at it from a different perspective, you see a recovered wetland habitat supporting an abundance of wild life. Other advantages include it being close into Petaluma, flat, and dog friendly (please use a leash as required). I would not drive a long way to see this park (there are better options), but is you are in Petaluma and want a place for a quick get away, dog walk, or jog, this fits the bill.
7. Hamilton Field History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Ray S - Novato, California
This is an excellent museum of the past Airbase and also has collections of the various planes that flew. Everything from prior to WW11 to it's closure .
8. Marin County Civic Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By Joan88 - Mill Valley, California
Such a treat to walk around inside this architectural gem! Views from upper floor decks too! Incredible County Library is housed here.
9. Trek Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Karen W - Novato, California
Casual, comfortable, neighborhood place for a relaxing time. The wine is very good and it is fun to try the different offerings. Such a pleasant atmosphere for an evening or just for a treat before dinner. Have not seen the comedy nights, but sounds like a treat and we will return for sure!
10. Marin Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By verity554 - London, United Kingdom
Docent tours of this Frank Lloyd Wright designed building take place every Wednesday morning at 10.30. It costs $10 and reservations are not required. Our guide Joel was very well informed and the tour was fascinating, it included the chamber and the library. Highly recommended.
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