Sonoma, CA Travel Guide

The historic city of Sonoma is located in northern California and it is the centerpiece of the famous winemaking region collectively known as Sonoma Valley. Sonoma is known for its unique shops, fabulous restaurants, art galleries and historic Sonoma Plaza.

Located on the north end of the plaza is Sonoma State Historic Park, home to a number of 19th-century adobe buildings including a hotel, Mexican military barracks, and the Mission San Francisco Solano. The Mission was the last California Mission built and it is the most north mission in Alta California.

The square within the plaza has a popular children's play area, amphitheater, duck pond and—during the summer—a very popular weekly farmer's market. It is also features a historic marker dedicated to the revolt that helped usher in California's independence from Mexico.

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Safari West

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Safari West is an African adventure right in the heart of Sonoma County wine country. The 400-acre wildlife sanctuary is home to nearly 1,000 animals, mostly comprised of African antelopes, primates, predators, and a variety of...

Buena Vista Winery

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Founded in 1857, Buena Vista is California’s first premium winery. Located just five minutes from...

Safari West

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Run Sip Napa to Sonoma 5K and Half Marathon

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Sonoma, CA — This is a fun and family friendly trek through Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Forbes...

Extreme Fire Danger

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Please be safe… August 2020 saw some of the biggest wildfires in California’s history. Massive losses of forest acreage, homes and businesses. And, unfortunately, we are just now entering the peak fire season. Please be...

Parks and Open Spaces

Hood Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve

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The 2,000-acre wilderness park on the edge of the Sonoma Valley, about 5 miles southeast of Santa Rosa. The park offers more than 19 miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Campsites are available. They...

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Spring Lake Regional Park

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This is one of Sonoma County’s most popular parks. It features hiking trails, boating, a campground, picnic areas, natural history center, and a lagoon for summer swimming. The park has 31 campsites and three permanent...