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Napa Valley & Sonoma - Wine Country Tour from San Francisco

Napa Valley & Sonoma - Wine Country Tour from San Francisco

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 696 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥24,946 per adult
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Muir Woods with Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour

Muir Woods with Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 149 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥32,355 per adult
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History & culture

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Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
4.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥25,400 per traveler
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Napa Valley Wine Train: Gourmet Express Lunch or Dinner

Napa Valley Wine Train: Gourmet Express Lunch or Dinner

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥44,081 per adult
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Blend Your Own Bottle Of Wine

Blend Your Own Bottle Of Wine

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥22,679 per adult
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What to do in Sonoma

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Sonoma Plaza showing flowers, heritage elements and a park

Sonoma Plaza

4.5/5(666 reviews)

Attend the markets and explore the fascinating sites decorating the flanks of this large plaza for a glimpse into Sonoma’s intricate past.

Sonoma Plaza
Sonoma TrainTown Railroad

Sonoma TrainTown Railroad

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Sonoma TrainTown Railroad as part of your trip to Sonoma. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
Burns Vista Winery

Buena Vista Winery

4/5(1 review)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Buena Vista Winery during your travels to Sonoma. Discover the entertainment choices in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Buena Vista Winery
Gundlach-Bundschu Winery

Gundlach-Bundschu Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gundlach-Bundschu Winery during your travels to Sonoma. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Gundlach-Bundschu Winery
This is the northernmost Mission in California. It’s incredibly well maintained and park staff are very helpful. There are wonderful historic buildings all throughout downtown Sonoma and most are free. The area has lots of locally owned shops and cafes as well. Worth a visit while in Wine Country. #InStone #CAStateparks

Mission San Francisco Solano

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Sonoma with a stop at Mission San Francisco Solano. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Mission San Francisco Solano
Cornerstone Gardens

Cornerstone Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Cornerstone Gardens, a lovely green space in Sonoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its wineries.

Cornerstone Gardens
Sonoma City Hall

Sonoma City Hall

Sonoma City Hall is just one of the places to see in Sonoma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Sonoma City Hall
Sonoma Plaza featuring heritage elements

Sonoma State Historic Park

Learn about the local history of Sonoma with a stop at Sonoma State Historic Park. Visit the shops and spas in this romantic area.

Sonoma State Historic Park
Sebastiani Theatre

Sebastiani Theatre

Enjoy a show at Sebastiani Theatre, a storied theater in Sonoma. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Sebastiani Theatre

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Sonoma

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Boyes Hot Springs

Boyes Hot Springs is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, fine wine, and relaxing spas. You might want to check out attractions like Sonoma Golf Club or Maxwell Farms Regional Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Boyes Hot Springs
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Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente

5/5(4 area reviews)

The restaurants and wineries are a few reasons travelers visit Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Sonoma Golf Club and Valley of the Moon Winery & Vineyards are a few top sights nearby.

Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente
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El Verano

Visitors to El Verano enjoy its wineries, and if you want to do some exploring, Maxwell Farms Regional Park is worth a stop.

El Verano
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Big Bend

If you're spending some time in Big Bend, Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards and Cornerstone Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Big Bend
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Verano

When in Verano, you can plan a visit to Sonoma City Hall and Vallejo Home, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Four Corners

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Four Corners and surrounding area, you can visit Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Sonoma City Hall.

Four Corners

Popular day trips from Sonoma

Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa

Napa showing farmland, tranquil scenes and a sunset

Napa

Petaluma

Petaluma

Glen Ellen

Glen Ellen

Frequently asked questions

Is Sonoma worth visiting?
Whether you want to discover the local charm and cultural highlights or sample unique foods and go on outdoor adventures, there are plenty of things to do in Sonoma.
How do I spend a day in Sonoma?
Morton's Warm Springs and California Missions Museum are two awesome places to begin your vacation adventures. Be sure to explore the shopping and dining options in Sonoma while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Sonoma?
You can't leave without checking out Buena Vista Winery, rated the top tourist attraction in Sonoma.
Is three days enough to stay in Sonoma?
You can easily tour top attractions like Buena Vista Winery, Gundlach-Bundschu Winery and The Donum Estate with a three-day stay in Sonoma. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so linger longer and venture to Napa.
Is Sonoma a walkable city?
Some top sights in Sonoma, such as Buena Vista Winery and Gundlach-Bundschu Winery, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Only 5 kilometers from central Sonoma is Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente and Temelec is 5 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Sonoma with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, a fun-filled itinerary takes your trip to the next level. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Sonoma with kids.

What to do in Sonoma for adults?
Buena Vista Winery and Gundlach-Bundschu Winery are just two of the things to do in Sonoma. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Sonoma?
One of the easiest ways to learn about free things to do in Sonoma is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without opening your wallet. California Missions Museum is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.