Allie & Kyle
Things To Do
DOWNTOWN BENICIA
Benicia's main drag (1st St, from K St down to the water) is chock full of historic charm and artsy local vibes. Points of interest include the restored State Capitol, specialty shops, antique stores, restaurants and bars. Some favorites include Bella Siena (Italian), Aung MayLiKa (Burmese), Mare Island Brewing, Cullen's Tannery Pub, and Lucca's (for an outdoor drink).
NAPA VALLEY
Napa Valley is 35 minutes from Benicia by car and is home to hundreds of world-class wineries and restaurants.
SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco is 45 minutes by car from Benicia and well, it's San Francisco! There is something for everyone :) Go see a Giants game at Oracle Park, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, enjoy amazing Mexican food in the Mission, have fun being a tourist at Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf, ride a cable car through Chinatown, have a picnic in Golden Gate Park, go for a beautiful hike along the Lands End trail and catch views of the Golden Gate Bridge...the list goes on!
BERKELEY
Berkeley is roughly 30 minutes from Benicia (without traffic). It’s home to the University of California or "Cal" (where Allie works - go Bears!) The 1914 Sather Tower, known as the Campanile, has incredible views of the campus and the bay. The open-air Hearst Greek Theatre stages major concerts. Clustered on and near Telegraph Avenue, south of the university, are cafes, shops and music stores.
OAKLAND
Oakland celebrates its diverse community, artistic vibe, beautiful scenery, locally owned shops, award winning multi-cultural cuisine, and civic pride. Conveniently located near three major airports, Oakland can be easily accessed via railway, bus, or ferry. The Town is home to numerous parks, the Oakland Zoo, Lake Merritt, the Oakland Museum of California, live music venues, Children’s Fairyland, theaters, the Chabot Space & Science Center, and so much more! (Credit: www.visitoakland.com)
MARTINEZ
Martinez is directly across the Carquinez Strait from Benicia and has excellent restaurants, wineries, and breweries. This is also where Kyle's office is located!
MOUNT DIABLO STATE PARK
Mt. Diablo is the highest point in the Bay Area and home to many incredible trails. Bring water and sunscreen!
SIX FLAGS DISCOVERY KINGDOM
For families looking for some rollicking rollercoasters, Six Flags is less than 30 minutes from Benicia.