Sonoma County Tourism
400 Aviation Boulevard, Suite 500, 95403
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Why Choose Sonoma County?
Located just 30 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, Sonoma County offers a blend of sophistication and laid-back relaxation. Boasting 6,600 full and limited-service hotel rooms with meeting space, acclaimed bistros and restaurants, 55 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline, and more than 425 of the world’s most award-winning wineries as well as our abundance of quality beer and hard cider producers and artisanal spirit distilleries.
Unique meeting and event venues include wineries, wine caves, elegant estates, retreat venues and an African wildlife preserve. Give your group an opportunity to relax and enjoy engaging activities that offer excellent networking and team-bonding experiences that will create lasting memories. You’ll be delighted by the variety of options available for your free and scheduled activity time.
Off-site activities include hiking and ziplining through redwood forests, teeing off at one of our 22 stunning golf courses, cycling through scenic vineyards, horseback riding, driving on a thrilling road course, hot air ballooning, embarking on a Pacific Ocean fishing excursion, kayaking and canoeing on the Russian River, exploring life on the farm with Farm Trails, and expanding your palate with culinary tours and chef-led activities.
Challenge your team in such activities as blind tastings, sensory development classes, blending experiences and artisanal food pairings. Sonoma County is also known for its abundance of quality beer and hard cider producers, as well as artisanal spirit distilleries.
Local restaurants offer extensive wine lists, incorporate farm-to-table ingredients and offer wine-pairing dinners. This gives groups that are short on time a fabulous experience which incorporates the best of Wine Country cuisine and, of course, wine.
Venue Details
Hotels145
Convention center-
Guest Rooms6,800
Guest rooms at 1 hotel250
Special event venues500
Average room rate$259
Occupancy rate72%
Restaurants500
Daily food cost$125
Tax rate9.25%
Venue typeCVB
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High season
May 15 - Nov 14
Shoulder season
Mar 15 - May 14
Low season
Nov 15 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Mar 14
Getting Here
Get here easily with daily direct air service to Sonoma County – Charles M. Schulz Airport (STS) on Alaska Airlines, American Airlines or Avelo
San Francisco, Oakland, and Sacramento International airports are also nearby. The Airport Express shuttle operates hourly between Sonoma County Airport and San Francisco and Oakland Airports. Other stops include Santa Rosa Fairgrounds, Doubletree by Hilton in Rohnert Park, and Petaluma Fairgrounds.
Distance from airport
1 mi from Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport
Distance from Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport airport 1 mi
67 mi from San Francisco International Airport
Distance from San Francisco International Airport airport 67 mi
60 mi from Oakland International Airport
Distance from Oakland International Airport airport 60 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Wineries
Sonoma wineries and Sonoma wines are genuine and delicious, offering a true taste of this authentic Wine Country. With more than 425 wineries, Sonoma County has a varietal to suit any taste. Rustic hospitality at small family-run wineries and internationally heralded wine houses invite you to explore your own way.
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Restaurants & Dining
Come and taste the Sonoma County difference – from our garden to your plate. There’s always a place at our table, whether that be in an elegant hotel, a picturesque inn, al fresco in a vineyard, or at a riverfront pub. Indulge in the local produce, organically grown vegetables, cheeses, olive oils, meats, fish, wines, and beers that make up our menus.
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Culinary Experiences
Savor one of California's top food and wine destinations, where you'll find renowned farm-to-table fare and premium wines. Treat your taste buds to a feast in Sonoma County, where 'farm to table' is not a trend, it's simply how we eat each and every day. And culinary adventures in Sonoma County are not limited to dining together. Visit artisan cheese makers, and learn about their craft while sampling their wares. Stroll through local farmers markets, chatting with folks who grew what they're selling. Take a cooking class, and learn to whip up wonderful Wine Country dishes like a local.
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Shopping
Whether you're looking for quaint or quirky, simple or sophisticated, Sonoma County's charming downtowns are chock full of locally owned boutiques. Shopping here is all about experiencing a locale. Pick a place and be amazed at the galleries and boutiques that offer hand-crafted or unique items.
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Outdoor Activities
Connect with the land in Sonoma County, one of California’s most diverse natural destinations. More than 60 regional and state parks beckon travelers to hike through redwood forests, paddle along the coast or down rivers, or just sit down and enjoy the sounds of nature.
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Golf
Sonoma County is a top California golf destination. With a mild climate that encourages year-round play, fantastic off-the-fairway diversions, and a stunning natural setting along the beach, in the redwoods, or near vineyards, Sonoma County cards a winning score for golf travelers.
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Bike Rentals & Tours
Sonoma County is famous for cycling. Sonoma County has emerged as a top cycling destination in California. Bring your group on a guided tour led by a Sonoma County local through the vineyards with wine tasting along the way.
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Regional Parks
Sonoma County's thriving regional park system consists of more than 50 parks - including trails and open spaces - and encompasses nearly 60,000 acres. Parks run the length and breadth of the county, from Gualala to Bodega Bay, and from the Pacific Ocean to the Sonoma Valley.
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Kayaking & Canoeing
Sonoma County boasts a variety of delightful watersport options. Explore the stunning Pacific coastline, follow the Russian River as it winds its way through Sonoma County, investigate the wide waters of Lake Sonoma, join the locals on the 72-acre Spring Lake, or even take a yoga class on a paddleboard.
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Sightseeing & Tours
With more than 425 wineries, Sonoma County has a varietal to suit any taste. You’ll find relaxed hospitality when you tour small family-run wineries and internationally heralded wine houses alike. Sonoma County also offers culinary tours, garden tours, hikes through the redwoods, Sonoma Coast adventures, whale watching trips, and farm experiences – guests are welcome almost anywhere. Cycling tours and food tours are great ways to connect with the artisans of Sonoma County.
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Meeting Venues
Unique meeting and event venues include wineries, wine caves, elegant estates, retreat venues and an African wildlife preserve. Give your group an opportunity to relax and enjoy engaging activities that offer excellent networking and team-bonding experiences that will create lasting memories. You’ll be delighted by the variety of options available for your free and scheduled activity time.
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Spas & Wellness
Visit one of Sonoma County’s more than 40 spas and wellness centers to restore your mind, body and spirit. Indulge in treatments with local products like goat's milk, honey, grape seeds and, of course, wine. Rejuvenate at a luxury spa resort with gorgeous vineyard views and extensive pools or at a relaxing day spa.
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Arts & Culture
Savor Sonoma County’s arts scene your way. Sculpture gardens tucked into hills, intimate performance venues in charming small towns, and high-end galleries join major performing arts centers like the Green Music Center and Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in sharing the arts.
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Sonoma County Tourism Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Sonoma County Tourism regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion.
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Sonoma County Tourism's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Sonoma County Tourism have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Sonoma County Tourism and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Sonoma County Tourism's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.
Health and Safety
Were practices at Sonoma County Tourism developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Sonoma County Tourism clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Devin McConnell dmcconnell@sonomacounty.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
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