Things To Do
Historic Downtown Petaluma
The heart of any town is its Downtown and Petaluma's heart is full of beauty, historic architecture, and lots of ways to be entertained. When you step foot in Downtown Petaluma, you instantly feel the history it exudes and the care the community has taken to preserve and rejoice in it.
Azari Vineyards & Winery
At Azari Vineyards, a family-owned boutique winery, you can experience a beautiful vineyard estate reminiscent of a Tuscan villa. Afterward, enjoy a stroll through the estate grounds, witnessing the biggest succulents you’ll ever see, with panoramic views of Petaluma each more breathtaking than the last.
Lagunitas Brewing Company
Lagunitas Brewing Company is a renowned California-based brewery founded in 1993 by Tony Magee, famous for its flagship 6.2% ABV IPA and irreverent, dog-themed branding. Originally from Petaluma, the brewery has grown into a major international craft brand owned by Heineken, known for hop-forward beers like Little Sumpin' Sumpin' and innovative, 420-friendly products like Hi-Fi Hops.
Helen Putnam Regional Park
Helen Putnam Regional Park is a compact wilderness park southwest of Petaluma. The park's 6 miles of trails cross grassy hillsides and weave through oak woodlands. Ridge-top trails provide panoramic views of the city and the southern Sonoma County countryside. A fishing pond contains bluegill and other fish. An accessible playground, picnic area and gazebo are located near the Chileno Valley Road parking lot.
Napa Valley
Napa Valley, located north of San Francisco, is America's premier wine region, renowned for producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon. Established as California's first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in 1981, this 30-mile-long valley features over 400 wineries, diverse microclimates, and a Mediterranean climate, making it a top global destination for wine, dining, and luxury, according to Napa Valley Wine Country and this article.
Sonoma Valley
Sonoma Valley wine tasting offers diverse experiences, from historic estates to modern tasting rooms, focusing on varietals like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet, with options for guided tours, outdoor tastings with picnics, and unique events like blending seminars, often requiring reservations but sometimes accepting walk-ins, featuring both iconic and boutique wineries like Kzi, Robert Young, and Bruliam for unique vineyard views and family-run charm.
San Francisco
San Francisco is 40 miles south of Petaluma and known for its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, steep hills, and cable cars, the city offers a vibrant, liberal, and diverse atmosphere, featuring world-class dining, distinct neighborhoods, and a thriving, tech-forward economy.