Things To Do
Fremont Peak State Park
About a 25‑minute drive uphill offering sweeping views of Monterey Bay and Salinas Valley. Hike ~1 mile to the summit and optionally visit the observatory (nighttime telescope viewing April–Oct).
Mission San Juan Bautista
Visit the historic site of Mission San Juan Bautista, a colonial mission of the Spanish monarchy founded in the early 19th century. The mission offers a chance to learn about the history of Spanish conquest and colonization of the indigenous Ohlone lands and people of California. Overlooking a protected stretch of the Camino Real and sitting directly on the San Andreas Fault, the mission offers a beautiful garden walk-through with signage describing the history of its territory and its people. To this day, California maintains strong ties to periods of contact between Indigenous people and the Spanish missionaries, as evident in city names like San Juan Bautista and San Jose, and in Spanish colonial architecture, such as red tiled roofs with stucco adobe walls. We encourage individuals to reflect on this history while residing on these lands.
Vertigo Coffee Roasters
Order a cup of coffee, matcha, or pastry, and hang out on the patio at Vertigo!
Jan's Rock Shop aka Tops a Rock Shop
Break open your own geode and feel the good vibes at this crystal shop! There are many antique shops within walking distance you can explore, too.
San Juan Bautista State Historic Park
Historic plaza area with multiple preserved 19th‑century structures including the José Castro House, Plaza Hotel museum, and Juan de Anza House. Living History Days are held monthly.
Pinnacles National Park
If you have time to kill and want to check a national park off your list, visit the Pinnacles! Famous for itsvolcanic Pinnacle mountains and being home to the California Condor.
Casa de Fruta
Iconic orchards and fruit stand in Pacheco Valley. California’s best produce, wine, sweets -- great for souvenirs and gifting!
Swank Farms
A farm famous for its corn mazes – the kiddos will love this one!
Northern California Renaissance Faire
This quirky event will be running during our wedding weekend as well. It's possible to catch it Friday or Sunday near Casa de Fruta!
