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Best Itinerary Ideas for Sonoma, CA (the TOWN of Sonoma)

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Planning a trip to Sonoma can be really overwhelming! These are my favorite options!
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Where to Stay

Luxury stays, spa hotels, and vacation rentals! So many great options here.

 
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Top hotel recommendations for (the town of) Sonoma, CA!
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Great family friendly hotel near downtown!
Cinnamon Bear Creekside Inn, Sonoma
 
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This is the best luxury option near downtown! They also have a great restaurant on site.
MacArthur Place Inn & Spa, Sonoma
 
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This is one of the only hotels in the area that has natural hot spring water in their pools! If you want a spa experience during your stay, this is it.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
 
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Another great option that has the perfect mix of historic architecture and luxury for your wine country visit.
El Dorado Hotel, Sonoma
 
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This hotel also has a wedding venue, and is a great family friendly option. This hotel is about a ten minute walk from the Sonoma Square!
Seven Branches Venue and Inn
 
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This hotel has spacious rooms for families and a pool!
The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph Collection
 
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This place would be SO NICE in the fall after a day of hiking and wine tasting.
Spacious Oasis Hot Tub Backyard Garden 3BR/2BA
 
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Glen Ellen is just up the road from Sonoma and so quaint! It's quieter but still not too far from things to do.
Olea Hotel, Glen Ellen
 
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This hotel also has a spa that locals love!
Kenwood Inn & Spa
 
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Luxury+wine country=Gaige House
Gaige House - Glen Ellen
 
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Cute cozy house with a little bit of everything!
Sonoma Creek Haven Hot Tub Firepit Creekside Views Near ...
 
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STUNNING picturesque wine country spot!
Beltane Ranch - Glen Ellen
 
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Perfect house with a pool in wine country!
Warm Springs Paradise, Glen Ellen

What to Eat

Sonoma is known for amazing food! These are the places the locals go :)

 
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French food with a Sonoma twist! This place is surprisingly family friendly, with coloring pages and kids cups for little diners.
the girl & the fig
 
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This is hands down some of the most amazing Mexican food in Sonoma County. Parking might be a struggle, but trust me, it's worth it!
El Molino Central
 
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This place has some of the best chicken and southern food in the area! It's on the outskirts of town and totally worth the short drive. Tons of parking too!
Lou's Luncheonette
 
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This local fav is located in MacArthur Place hotel!
Layla at MacArthur Place
 
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Sonoma is a great place to get amazing, authentic Mexican food. Be sure to get the Molcajetes here!
Los Molcajetes Bar & Grill

Best Places for Wine Tasting

These are my top picks for wine tasting in Sonoma and the nearby towns! These are all pretty family friendly as well.

 
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the oldest winery in town, this is a great family friendly winery for a picnic.
Gundlach Bundschu Winery
 
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stop here and tour the wine caves after a hike at Jack London Park (which is across the street!)
Benziger Family Winery
 
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Take the guess work out and book a tour!
Sonoma Plaza Food and Wine Pairing Tour
 
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If you need a bougie van for a wine tasting group, this is it!
Book Private Party Bus Wine Tour - Napa or Sonoma!