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Discover Santa Rosa,
the Heart of Sonoma Wine Country
Your local guide to the best restaurants, wineries, breweries, shops, parks, and things to do in Santa Rosa, CA — built for visitors, new residents, and longtime locals alike.
Wine Country's Hometown
Santa Rosa is the largest city in California's Wine Country and the seat of Sonoma County, sitting where the Russian River Valley's vineyards meet oak-studded hills and coast redwood groves, about 55 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge along Highway 101. Two of America's most beloved creative minds called this city home: plant breeder Luther Burbank, who developed more than 800 plant varieties in his Santa Rosa gardens, and Charles M. Schulz, who drew the Peanuts comic strip here for decades — which is why you'll spot Snoopy and Charlie Brown statues all over town.
This directory is your local-first guide to everything Santa Rosa: where to eat, taste, hike, shop, and play — whether you're here for a wine country weekend, just moved in, or have lived here your whole life. Every listing below was verified in 2026.
Visiting Santa Rosa
Make the most of a wine country getaway.
- Tour the Charles M. Schulz Museum
- Taste through Russian River Valley wineries
- Book a safari jeep at Safari West
- Dine and stroll Railroad Square
New to Town
Settle in faster with local know-how.
- Find home services in the directory below
- Learn the neighborhoods and parks
- Ride SMART rail from Railroad Square
- Hit the Wednesday Night Market all summer
Longtime Locals
Rediscover your own backyard.
- Try a new taproom on the beer trail
- Catch a show at Luther Burbank Center
- Hike Trione-Annadel before the heat
- Support the small businesses listed here
Things to Do in Santa Rosa
From a world-famous cartoonist's museum to an African wildlife preserve in the Mayacamas foothills, Santa Rosa's attractions are genuinely one of a kind.
Peanuts & Pop Culture
Charles M. Schulz drew Peanuts in Santa Rosa for decades, and his legacy is everywhere.
- Charles M. Schulz Museum Original strips, a recreated studio, and rotating exhibitions
- Snoopy's Home Ice The ice arena Schulz built in 1969 — public skating year-round
- Peanuts on Parade statues Character statues scattered across town — grab the map from Visit Santa Rosa
History & Landmarks
Stone-built railroad history downtown and the gardens of a horticultural legend.
- Luther Burbank Home & Gardens The famed plant breeder's home, greenhouse, and gardens — a National Historic Landmark
- Railroad Square Historic District 1800s stone buildings, antique shops, cafes, and the SMART depot
- Old Courthouse Square Downtown's central gathering place for markets, music, and festivals
Wildlife & Family Fun
Big adventures for kids and adults, minutes from downtown.
- Safari West Open-air safari tours among giraffes, rhinos, and cheetahs on a 400-acre preserve
- Children's Museum of Sonoma County Hands-on indoor and outdoor exhibits, right next to the Schulz Museum
- Pacific Coast Air Museum Historic aircraft at the Sonoma County airport, with climb-aboard open-cockpit days
Arts & Live Entertainment
A performing arts scene that punches far above the city's size.
- Luther Burbank Center for the Arts National touring acts, comedy, and the Santa Rosa Symphony's home stage region-wide
- 6th Street Playhouse Community theater in a historic Railroad Square cannery building
- Museum of Sonoma County Art and regional history exhibits in the 1910 post office building downtown
Parks, Lakes & Trails
Santa Rosa's east side hides one of the Bay Area's best-connected park systems: Howarth Park, Spring Lake, and Trione-Annadel link together so you can walk from a city playground into 5,000+ acres of backcountry without getting in a car.
Trione-Annadel State Park
More than 5,000 acres of rolling oak woodland, meadows, and Lake Ilsanjo — a favorite of hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers. Official park page
Spring Lake Regional Park
A 72-acre lake with a paved shoreline loop, boat rentals, campground, and a seasonal swimming lagoon. Details at Sonoma County Regional Parks
Howarth Park & Lake Ralphine
Santa Rosa's classic family park: paddle boats on Lake Ralphine, plus a miniature train, carousel, and playgrounds for the kids.
Taylor Mountain Regional Park
Climb the grassy slopes on the city's southeast edge for sweeping views over the entire Santa Rosa Plain on a clear day.
Santa Rosa Wineries & Tasting Rooms
Santa Rosa sits at the edge of the Russian River Valley, one of the world's premier regions for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with Sonoma County's 400+ wineries fanning out in every direction. These estates are in or immediately around the city.
Estate Experiences
Gardens, vineyard views, and destination tasting rooms.
- Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens Culinary gardens and food-and-wine pairings in Fulton
- Paradise Ridge Winery Hilltop tastings and sculpture grounds, rebuilt after the 2017 fires
- Matanzas Creek Winery Famous lavender field and Bennett Valley estate wines
- St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Mission-style estate known for acclaimed wine-and-food pairings
Russian River Valley Classics
Family-run cellars on the Olivet Road and River Road wine corridors.
- DeLoach Vineyards Pioneering Russian River Pinot Noir with biodynamic gardens
- Balletto Vineyards Estate-grown Pinot, Chardonnay, and sparkling on Occidental Road
- Benovia Winery Appointment tastings of small-lot Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
- Hook & Ladder Winery Founded by a retired firefighter's family — relaxed and friendly
Best Restaurants in Santa Rosa
Surrounded by the Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and the Sonoma Coast, Santa Rosa chefs cook with some of the best raw ingredients in America — without big-city prices or dress codes.
Date Night & Fine Dining
Wine-country cooking at its most polished.
- Stark's Steak & Seafood Dry-aged steaks and a deep Sonoma wine list in Railroad Square
- John Ash & Co. Pioneering wine country cuisine at Vintners Resort
- Augie's French Classic French brasserie fare downtown from the Stark restaurant family
- Bird & The Bottle Globally inspired plates and cocktails with a lively patio
Local Favorites
Where Santa Rosans actually eat, week in and week out.
- The Spinster Sisters Seasonal New American cooking in the SOFA arts district, plus weekend brunch
- Grossman's Noshery & Bar Deli classics, bagels, and pastrami in historic Railroad Square
- Willi's Wine Bar Beloved small plates and an obsessively curated wine list
- Jackson's Bar and Oven Wood-fired pizzas and comfort food downtown
- The Goose & Fern Proper British pub with fish and chips done right
Santa Rosa Breweries & Taprooms
Home of Pliny the Elder
Russian River Brewing Company's downtown Santa Rosa brewpub is a pilgrimage site for beer lovers worldwide — and every February, the limited release of Pliny the Younger triple IPA draws lines around the block. Visit Santa Rosa even runs a free Craft Beer Shuttle and a Beer Passport program so you can hit multiple taprooms safely. Start planning at VisitSantaRosa.com.
Taprooms Worth the Trip
All brewing and pouring in Santa Rosa as of 2026.
- Russian River Brewing World-class IPAs and barrel-aged sours, downtown on 4th Street
- Cooperage Brewing Hop-forward favorites with two locations, including downtown
- HenHouse Brewing Saisons and hazy IPAs with a big food-truck patio on Bellevue Ave
- Fogbelt Brewing Redwood-named beers and a full kitchen on Cleveland Ave
For the Beer Nerds
Smaller rooms, big reputations among local brewers.
- Moonlight Brewing Cult-favorite Death & Taxes black lager, straight from the source
- Shady Oak Barrel House Funky barrel-aged and wild ales in a laid-back taproom
- Iron Ox Brewing One of the newer names on the Santa Rosa Beer Passport trail
- Old Possum Brewing Neighborhood brewery south of downtown with rotating taps
Santa Rosa Cannabis Dispensaries
Santa Rosa is one of Northern California's most established cannabis retail markets. Every dispensary listed here holds an active City of Santa Rosa permit and a California Department of Cannabis Control license — adults 21+ with valid ID.
Licensed Retailers
Trusted shops with knowledgeable staff and local products.
- SPARC Estate-grown flower and a boutique shopping experience on N Dutton Ave
- Solful Community-focused shop known for sourcing from local Sonoma growers
- Mercy Wellness Adult-use and medical, with same-day delivery across Sonoma County
- Flora Terra Santa Rosa-grown craft cannabis with its own cultivation facility
- Jane Dispensary Stylish downtown-area shop with a curated California menu
Know Before You Go
Quick rules for visitors new to California cannabis.
- Bring a valid government photo ID (21+)
- Consume only on private property — never in parks, cars, or tasting rooms
- Verify any retailer's license at the California Department of Cannabis Control
- The full city retailer map is published at srcity.org
Annual Santa Rosa Events
Santa Rosa's signature events, in calendar order — most are free and centered on Old Courthouse Square downtown.
Pliny the Younger Release
For two weeks each February, Russian River Brewing releases its legendary triple IPA, drawing fans from around the world to downtown Santa Rosa.
Luther Burbank Rose Parade & Festival
A Santa Rosa tradition since 1894, held the third Saturday in May with floats, marching bands, and a downtown festival.
Wednesday Night Market
Sonoma County's biggest weekly street fair: live concerts, street food, and local vendors at Courthouse Square. The 2026 season runs May 13 through August 12, Wednesdays 5:00–9:30pm. Details at wednesdaynightmarket.org.
Sonoma County Pride
The county's Pride parade and celebration takes over downtown Santa Rosa each June with music, vendors, and community festivities.
Sonoma County Fair
Carnival rides, horse racing, livestock, and the famous flower show at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Schedule at sonomacountyfair.com.
Fall Fun Fest
Family-friendly autumn festivities downtown, part of the seasonal lineup from Downtown Santa Rosa.
Winter Lights
Downtown glows for the holidays with the annual tree lighting and Winter Lights celebration at Courthouse Square.
Trains, Planes & Highway 101
SMART Train
Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit stops at Railroad Square downtown, with service south through Petaluma and Marin to the Larkspur ferry. Schedules at sonomamarintrain.org.
Fly Into STS
Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport offers nonstop flights to major West Coast hubs — with Snoopy on the logo, naturally. See flysts.com.
Driving & Transit
Highway 101 runs straight through the city — about an hour north of San Francisco outside rush hour. Santa Rosa CityBus routes are listed at srcity.org.
Easy Day Trips from Santa Rosa
Armstrong Redwoods
Walk beneath ancient coast redwoods at the state natural reserve in Guerneville, about 30 minutes west.
Sonoma Coast
Bodega Bay's beaches, seafood shacks, and coastal bluffs are roughly 40 minutes from downtown.
Healdsburg Plaza
Tasting rooms and boutiques ring one of wine country's prettiest town squares, 20 minutes north on 101.
Sonoma Plaza
The historic mission town and California's largest town plaza sit about 40 minutes southeast through the Valley of the Moon.
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Santa Rosa, California Business Directory — locally curated guide to Sonoma County's largest city.Business listings, event dates, and city facts verified June 2026. Hours and seasonal schedules can change — please confirm with each business before visiting.
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