Location: Sonoma
Top Things to do in Sonoma
Things to do in Sonoma, California (CA): The Best Sights & Landmarks
In Sonoma, you can go wine-tasting… or cheese-tasting… or olive oil-tasting… or just let the chefs of the area’s renowned restaurants put everything together for you. Then burn off some of that good food and wine by hiking or biking through redwood forests.
Restaurants in Sonoma
1. Congregation Shir Shalom
2. SIMRACEWAY PERFORMANCE DRIVING CENTER
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 380 reviews
The Simraceway Performance Driving Center offers top-tier, behind-the-wheel driving experiences year-round at Sonoma Raceway. Located just 30 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge at the gateway to Wine Country, Sonoma Raceway is California's premier road racing circuit. Drive our race cars, go karts or bring your own car. Either way, this is the ultimate way to test your limits on the track.
3. Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau is the official source of information on things to see, where to stay and dine in California's wine country region of Sonoma Valley. Our friendly staff are experts on tours, restaurants and itineraries for your visit. Call, email or come in and ask us a question. Get free maps, guides and tasting passes.
Reviewed By bli1220 - Mount Dora, United States
Upon arriving in new area first thing we do is go to visitor center to make sure we have enough information to ensure we see everything possible. Our volunteer, Gail, was great. We got information of Sonoma Valley-area maps, what to expect in all little towns, and good eating suggestions. Gail really knew the area well. Thank you Gail we really appreciated your time and information.
4. Raising of the Bear Flag
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By vft32 - Albuquerque, United States
Very historical site although the actual raising of the flag when Gen Vallejo was taken prisoner was a little farther northeast of this spot. There is an old black and white photo taken from the hills north of town showing THAT particular rock/boulder sitting alongside the road before it was moved to the plaza.
5. First Congregational Church of Sonoma
6. General M.G. Vallejo Home
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Historic home built by General Vallejo in 1850.
Reviewed By Bookistan5 - Brooklyn, United States
I found this place fascinating - a Gothic style house , prefabricated in the northeast, and shipped to be the home of Mexico's Commandante General when this region was still Mexico. The grounds are lovely and the house is well preserved, with photographs, furnishings, and the Vallejo family's personal objects. General Vallejo once owned thousands of acres in the Sonoma Valley - these few acres are all that is preserved of an important part of California history.
7. Sonoma Plaza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 910 reviews
Bordered by several gourmet shops, this pretty town square is a perfect place for a picnic.
Reviewed By G5471VNsueh - Gilbert, United States
This was the birth of California, full of history and social activities. Whether you want to have a picnic in the park, tour the historic mission, do some wine tasting, have a delicious lunch or dinner at one of the unique restaurants or do some interesting shopping, it's all in The Square.
8. Vella Cheese Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By jeffreysv
What fun. The girls behind the counter obviously take great pride in the product. They knew it well and were very happy to share it with me. Anything I wanted to try was available for tasting. I also appreciate when professionals have their own opinions and express them. Yes, they like the garlic jack better than the pesto. I loved the variety of different cheese styles and I would love to go back and take a tour when I have more time.
9. Lachryma Montis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By geog403 - Draper, United States
This is the name of General Vallejo's ranch. Full of California history. Beautiful setting a few blocks from the Plaza.
10. The Olive Press
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By TheresaK228
The staff were friendly helpful. We enjoyed the free tasting of their olive oil and balsamic vinegar flavors. They had a great variety of flavors to choose from.
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