Alaura's Guidebook
Food scene
This is one of my favorite grocery stores, just five minutes away, and has a large selection of food, including speciality cheeses and a large organic section!
45 locals recommend
Oliver's Market - Stony Point
461 Stony Point RdThis is one of my favorite grocery stores, just five minutes away, and has a large selection of food, including speciality cheeses and a large organic section!
This is one of my favorite restaurants, tapas style. It’s hip and delicious and great service. I believe you’ll love it too!!
72 locals recommend
Bird & The Bottle
1055 4th StThis is one of my favorite restaurants, tapas style. It’s hip and delicious and great service. I believe you’ll love it too!!
This is another favorite of mine. Farm to table, patio dining and soft serve ice-cream!!
76 locals recommend
Handline Coastal California
935 Gravenstein Ave. SouthThis is another favorite of mine. Farm to table, patio dining and soft serve ice-cream!!
This is my favorite coffee place, patio seating, great coffee and fabulous staff!!
9 locals recommend
Retrograde Coffee Roasters
130 S Main StThis is my favorite coffee place, patio seating, great coffee and fabulous staff!!
When I’m in Railroad Square, the historic district, I grab coffee here.,
26 locals recommend
A'Roma Roasters Coffee & Tea
95 5th StWhen I’m in Railroad Square, the historic district, I grab coffee here.,
There are many great places to eat here, and there’s boutiques and art to shop…
155 locals recommend
The Barlow
6770 McKinley StThere are many great places to eat here, and there’s boutiques and art to shop…
Fern Bar
6780 Depot StOne of the best places to eat in Sebastopol!! And, fabulous cocktails!!!
Crooked Goat Brewing
120 Morris StMicro brewing and music, and lots of outdoor seating!
Underwood Bar and Bistro
9113 Graton RdReally great food and large patio area!!
Willow Wood Market Cafe
9020 Graton RdWonderful place for breakfast/brunch and lunch!!
Grossman's Noshery & Bar
308 Wilson StreetFabulous place for brunch on Railroad Square!!!
Stark's Steak & Seafood
521 Adams StIf you’re into streaks this is the Place to go!!
Moshin Vineyards
10295 Westside RdAnd, if you like wine, then go here!!
Porter Creek Vineyards
8735 Westside RdWine connoisseurs go here!!
Landmark Vineyards Hop Kiln Estate
6050 Westside RdAmazing vineyard!!!
My favorite place to eat in Calistoga!!
14 locals recommend
Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery | Calistoga, CA
1250 Lincoln AveMy favorite place to eat in Calistoga!!
A large independent health food store.. great selection and coffee and beer bar..
22 locals recommend
Sebastopol Community Market
6762 Sebastopol AveA large independent health food store.. great selection and coffee and beer bar..
The Sebastopol Farmers' Market
6908 Weeks WayOur Sunday farmers market is the best!!
Wonderful and affordable farm to table organic food.
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76 locals recommend
Handline Coastal California
935 Gravenstein Ave. SouthWonderful and affordable farm to table organic food.
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Neighborhoods
This is the historic neighborhood of Santa Rosa. Small shops and neighborhood restaurants. Definitely worth a visit, you can also catch the Smart train to
Marin, then a transfer to the bus which will take you to the ferry to visit San Francisco., scenic train ride!!!
6 locals recommend
Historic Railroad Square Association
This is the historic neighborhood of Santa Rosa. Small shops and neighborhood restaurants. Definitely worth a visit, you can also catch the Smart train to
Marin, then a transfer to the bus which will take you to the ferry to visit San Francisco., scenic train ride!!!
Stroll down Florence Avenue and see the incredible sculptures and art created by the local artist who resides down those street..
119 locals recommend
Sebastopol
Stroll down Florence Avenue and see the incredible sculptures and art created by the local artist who resides down those street..
Healdsburg Plaza
Boutiques and restaurants galore!!!
Calistoga
Hot springs, mud baths and great places to eat!!!
Boho Bungalow
3692 Bohemian HwyOne of my favorite gift stores!!
Montgomery Village Shopping Center
2404 Village CtUpscale shopping!!!
Sightseeing
Pomo Canyon Trail
Pomo Canyon TrailOne of the best hikes in Sonoma County!!!
I lived here for ten years, it’s a cute town with scenic drives. Take Coleman Valley Road to the ocean.., astounding views!!
71 locals recommend
Occidental
I lived here for ten years, it’s a cute town with scenic drives. Take Coleman Valley Road to the ocean.., astounding views!!
Lovely place to visit early in the morning for a stroll around the park!
56 locals recommend
Spring Lake Park
5585 Newanga AveLovely place to visit early in the morning for a stroll around the park!
Trione-Annadel State Park
6201 Channel DrWonderful for hiking!!
Russian River
Everyone loves the river!!
Bodega Bay
This is a MUST visit!!
Ragle Ranch Regional Park
500 Ragle RdThis is my favorite park where I go almost every day.
Hot Spring Resort
This is a clothing optimal resort. Amazing pools and stunning views!!
Harbin Hot Springs
18424 Harbin Springs RdThis is a resort to truly unwind!!
Traveler advice
What to pack
What to pack.
It’s very hot here in the summer, usually, but it cools down a lot at night.. so bring layers..