Sonoma
Wine, history, and farm-fresh bites in Sonoma's relaxed paradise
Highlights
Historic heart of Sonoma with shops, tastings, and Bear Flag monuments
Sample boutique wines at family-owned estates like Bedrock and Ravenswood
Guided tours matching local dishes with Sonoma Valley wines
Winding roads through vineyards and rolling hills
Explore California's northernmost mission and Bear Flag history
Where to Stay
2 picks
El Dorado Hotel
Historic boutique hotel in a restored 1843 adobe with modern rooms and courtyard.
MacArthur Place Inn & Spa
Elegant inn on historic grounds with gardens, spa, and wine hour.
Where to Eat
7 picks
El Dorado Kitchen
Modern American cafe with avocado toast, eggs benedict, and coffee; featured in food tours.
The Girl and the Fig
French bistro with fig salads, duck confit, and local wines.
Enoteca Della Santina
Italian small plates like charcuterie and pasta paired with Sonoma wines.
Delhi Belly Indian Bistro
Curries, naan, and chai; unexpected fusion featured in pairing tours.
B&V Whiskey Bar & Grille
Whiskey-infused dishes like burgers and charcuterie boards.
Sweet Scoops Homemade Ice Cream
Artisanal scoops with local flavors like olive oil.
Boho Cafe
Casual wood-fired pizzas and salads with valley wines.
What to Do
7 picks
Sonoma Plaza
Stroll the historic square, see Bear Flag monument, browse shops and tasting rooms.
Mission San Francisco Solano
Tour California's 21st and northernmost mission with adobe architecture and gardens.
Bedrock Wine Co.
Intimate tasting of old-vine Zinfandels and field blends in historic setting.
Gundlach Bundschu Winery
Cave tours and tastings at California's oldest family-owned winery with mountain views.
Ravenswood Winery
Zinfandel-focused tastings in clock tower with picnic grounds.
Sonoma Valley Pedal Assist Bike Tour with Lunch
Guided e-bike through vineyards with tastings and picnic.
CornerStone Sonoma
Garden galleries, shops, and wineries in creative outdoor space.
Good to Know
5 picks
Book Tastings Ahead
Reserve winery visits 1-2 weeks in advance via winery websites or apps like Tock.
Rent a Car or Bike
Drive or pedal between wineries; e-bike tours available for easy valley exploration.
Hydrate and Eat
Alternate water with tastings and pair with meals to enjoy more responsibly.
Explore on Foot
Sonoma Plaza and historic sites are best discovered walking between tastings.
JR Pass Alternative
No trains; get a Sonoma County wine passport for discounts at 20+ wineries.
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