Livermore, CA

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Livermore
Livermore
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
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This city in California’s bountiful wine country offers golf, wine tasting and a charming downtown area.

Just an hour’s drive east of San Francisco is this quaint mid-sized city with old-town charm. It sits on the border of the rich agricultural Central Valley.

Livermore is one of California’s oldest wine regions that heritage continues today in its dozens of world-class wineries. Take a tasting tour to sample some of the best wines the state offers.

For a scenic day pairing history with wine tasting, hop aboard the vintage Niles Canyon Locomotive. This moving museum of the Pacific Coast Railway also provides transportation to area vineyards. Visit Livermore for one of the summertime wine festivals or special events. Play golf at one of the area’s top-quality courses: Las Positas, Poppy Ridge and The Course at Wente Vineyards.

Downtown Livermore is a lively area full of shops and top-quality restaurants. The town is the cultural hub of the region and is home to two cinemas, a performance theater and an open-air concert space. These venues attract world-class talents attend one of the many classical concerts, operas, ballets and dance recitals held throughout the year. Join the local community’s active support of music and art.

Get fresh produce straight from area farms at the Livermore Farmers Market, held every Sunday at the Historic Train Depot. During the summer, the Farmers Market is expanded to an evening market in Carnegie Park. Both these events are accompanied by live performances by local talent.

Enjoy entertainment of a very different nature at the Livermore Rodeo in the Robertson Park rodeo grounds. It is one leg of the famed California 6-Pack Rodeo Circuit. Known as “the world’s fastest rodeo,” the June event claims to hold more rides per hour than any other rodeo. It began in 1918 as a way to raise funds for the Red Cross and has been held annually since then.

Livermore is a great destination for visitors of all ages. With its old-fashioned appeal, numerous events and area wineries, it offers plenty of variety to choose from.

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Livermore
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Livermore
3 out of 5
7700 Southfront Rd, Livermore, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥13,639 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥13,639
¥15,315 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Livermore. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"This was the smoothest hotel check in I’ve ever had in my life. I did the pre-check in online walked in. The lady gave me the keys and it was first floor just like I asked, couldn’t ask for better."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Livermore
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
3.5 out of 5
3100 Lakeside Dr, Santa Clara, CA
The price is ¥19,221 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
¥19,221
¥22,622 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Clara. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms. Nice property.. Beautiful pool area. Great staff at Restaurant/Bar. Carmen and Isidro were Wonderful. However, the in-room phone didn’t work . A little noisy at times. Overall a very positive experience… Would , Definitely, stay here , again."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
Great Wolf Lodge Manteca
Great Wolf Lodge Manteca
3.5 out of 5
2500 Daniels St, Manteca, CA
The price is ¥37,461 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
¥37,461
¥42,029 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Manteca. Enjoy 6 restaurants, free water park access, and a lazy river. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (892 reviews)
"Great place for all families."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Great Wolf Lodge Manteca
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)
The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)
Livermore
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Livermore. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Los Vaqueros ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
College friends reunion
"Pros: Good location with great view, plenty of space. Warm hostess and responsive. Cons: Furnishings are not updated. Weak WiFi due to remote location. Coffee maker not working."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
4 out of 5
77 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santana Row ...
6.6/10 (19 reviews)
Overall great.
"Awesome building and location. Going through hotels.com created some complexity on the communication front. One big issue with this property is parking. You have to give them the details on your car 48 hour prior to arrival which is tough with rental cars."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
LOVELY HOUSE IN SAN JOSE
LOVELY HOUSE IN SAN JOSE
San Jose
Stay at this vacation home in San Jose. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Raging Waters and SAP Center at San Jose are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
Clean, well stocked, easy freeway access, BUT....
"The bed in the master bedroom was terrible. My parents slept in that bed and they said it was super uncomfortable. The neighborhood was quiet, but seemed a little shady. We are not familiar with the neighborhood, but based on the houses, it seemed like it could be a little less than ideal of a neighborhood. ..."

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025

LOVELY HOUSE IN SAN JOSE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Livermore

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
118
5 - Excellent 35%
4 - Good
154
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
58
3 - Okay 17%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very peaceful and quiet

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Safe to visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Livermore is nice

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The sown town area was very quaint.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lovely green hills surround a friendly city

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Near shopping center

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