Things to do in Sonoma

    Discover amazing Sonoma activities and premium in-home experiences.

    In the heart of wine country, Sonoma offers a charming blend of world-class vineyards, rich history, and vibrant local culture. Stroll through its picturesque plaza lined with boutique shops and artisanal eateries or explore the lush landscape that surrounds this enchanting town. Whether you're sipping award-winning wines or discovering its storied past, Sonoma promises an unforgettable experience in every season.

    Popular Activities in Sonoma

    Sonoma 3-Hour Electric Trike and Hike Tour

    Explore Sonoma by electric trike, then hike with a guide through scenic vineyards and native habitats

    $186/ person

    Downtown Sonoma Food Tour with Wine Tastings

    This unique food, wine, and history tour offers an authentic local experience, taking you to hidden gems around charming downtown Sonoma.

    5.0 126 reviews
    $173/ person

    Sonoma Wine Country Bike Tour to 2 Wineries

    Pedal 10–14 miles to two wineries with behind-the-scenes access and a picnic lunch

    5.0 58 reviews
    $169/ person

    Guided Sonoma Bike Tour: Winery & Olive Oil Farm

    Pedal quiet country roads with a local guide, visiting a winery and an olive oil factory

    5.0 58 reviews
    $116/ person

    Sonoma Valley Trail Ride with Wine Tasting

    Experience the charm of Sonoma Valley with a serene trail ride and exclusive, seated wine tasting at the historic Bartholomew Estate Winery.

    5.0 98 reviews
    $180/ person

    Sonoma Valley Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise

    Experience the magic of Sonoma Valley from the skies with our top-rated hot air balloon adventure. This unforgettable journey offers a unique perspective on the stunning wine country, providing breathtaking panoramic views of vineyards, rolling hills, and charming towns.

    5.0 2.1K reviews
    $275/ person

    Private Sonoma Coast Day Tour

    Taste local flavors, stroll redwoods, and cruise Highway 1 with a local guide

    5.0 5 reviews

    Private Sonoma Coast Day Tour for Groups of 8+

    Taste local cheese, savor fresh seafood, and stroll redwoods on a private, customized Sonoma Coast day

    5.0 5 reviews
    $318/ person

    The Collector: Private Boutique Winery Tour

    Gain insider access to boutique wineries with tastings and lunch on a private, customized 5.5-hour experience

    5.0 5 reviews

    Private Wine Country Tour for Groups of 8+

    Explore Sonoma and Napa on a private, customized wine tour with tastings, insider access, and a chef-prepared lunch

    5.0 5 reviews
    $370/ person

    Sonoma Food and Wine Flagship Tour

    Savor chef-crafted bites and boutique wines on a guided Sonoma Plaza walk

    5.0 12 reviews

    Yountville Food and Wine Pairing Tour

    Savor Michelin-guide tastings with Napa and Sonoma wines on a progressive lunch-style walk

    5.0 12 reviews
    $313/ person

    Napa Valley E-Bike Tour with Winery & Picnic

    Pedal Napa's Vine Trail on an e-bike, visit a winery, and relax with a Bouchon Bakery picnic lunch.

    4.7 559 reviews
    $184/ person

    Napa Valley E-Bike Tour with Winery Tasting

    Ride scenic vineyard roads on an e-bike and enjoy a hosted winery tasting

    4.7 559 reviews
    $159/ person

    Downtown Napa 1-Day Bike Rental

    Ride the Vine Trail with included gear and flexible pickup

    4.7 559 reviews
    $40/ bike

    St. Helena 1-Day Bike Rental with Flexible Pickup

    Ride the new Vine Trail between St. Helena and Calistoga with pickup any time and return by 5:30pm

    4.7 559 reviews
    $40/ bike

    Yountville 1-Day Bike Rental With Flexible Pickup

    Explore Napa Valley from Yountville with included gear

    4.7 559 reviews
    $40/ bike

    Full-Day Napa Valley E-Bike Tour

    Ride scenic Napa Valley by e-bike, visit two wineries, and savor a Bouchon Bakery picnic

    4.7 559 reviews
    $199/ person

    Hot-Air Balloon and Full-Day E-Bike Tour

    Experience Napa by air and e‑bike in one day with a guided ride and picnic lunch

    4.7 559 reviews
    $469/ person

    Private Napa Valley Bike Tour with Guide and Picnic Lunch

    Customize your route with a private guide, winery appointments, and a Bouchon Bakery picnic

    4.7 559 reviews
    $203/ person

    Private Guided Scenic Ride with Performance Road or E-Bike

    Ride with a local guide; performance road or e-bike included

    4.7 559 reviews
    $117/ person

    Self-Guided Napa Valley Bike Tour with Picnic Lunch

    Ride at your own pace with lunch delivery and wine pickup for a seamless Napa day

    4.7 559 reviews
    $114/ bike

    Vine Trail Explorer 2-Day Bike Rental

    Explore both Vine Trail segments over two days with flexible Yountville and St. Helena starts

    4.7 559 reviews
    $72/ bike

    Private Napa River Cruise with Captain & Drinks

    Relax on a one-hour private cruise along the Napa River with your own captain, drinks, and scenic views

    4.8 167 reviews

    Flexible Kayak Rentals on Napa River with Gear

    Paddle the Napa River with included gear and flexible rental lengths

    4.8 167 reviews

    Napa Gondola Wine Tasting with Winemaker

    Sip small-production Napa wines with a winemaker as you glide along the river aboard an authentic Venetian gondola.

    4.8 167 reviews

    Napa River Venetian-Style Gondola Cruise

    Glide along the Napa River in a Venetian-style gondola for serene vineyard views

    4.8 167 reviews

    Single and Tandem Kayak Rentals

    Enjoy flexible kayak rentals with gear and instruction included.

    4.8 167 reviews
    $30/ kayak

    Napa River Kayak History Tour

    Paddle the Napa River as a guide shares local history, wine lore, and wildlife insights

    4.8 167 reviews
    $79/ kayak

    Paddleboard Rentals on the Napa River

    Choose 2-hour, half-day, or full-day rentals and paddle at your pace from our Napa River dock

    4.8 167 reviews
    $50/ paddleboard

    Join-In Sonoma Wine Tour from Napa

    Embark on a delightful journey through Sonoma Valley with our "Sip & Savor" Join-In Wine Tour. Designed for wine lovers and adventure seekers alike, this tour offers a social and spirited way to explore the lesser-known gems of Napa Valley or Sonoma wine country.

    4.8 100 reviews
    $139/ person

    50cm Trek Domane SL6 E-Tap Road Bike Rental

    Ride a high-performance road bike with SRAM E-Tap to explore Napa Valley's scenic roads

    4.9 256 reviews
    $138/ bike

    Sonoma Private Wine Tour with 3 Wineries

    Travel in style as our expert guides whisk you away on a bespoke 6-hour tour of three hand-picked wineries.

    4.9 66 reviews
    $609/ group

    Small-Group Sonoma Wine Tasting Tour with Charcuterie

    Relax while we handle the driving and visit three Sonoma wineries

    5.0 242 reviews
    $140/ person

    Kendall-Jackson Food and Wine Pairing Experience

    Enjoy a private 5-hour farm-to-table pairing at Kendall-Jackson plus a seated tasting at La Crema with pickup included

    5.0 242 reviews
    $320/ person

    Large Group Customizable Private Tours

    Craft your ideal wine country outing with included transport for groups up to 14

    5.0 242 reviews
    $1,020

    Small Group Customizable Private Tour in Sonoma County

    Design your itinerary with included pickup, reservations help, and space for up to 8 guests

    5.0 242 reviews

    Private Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

    Private half-day redwoods and Sausalito with flexible San Francisco pickup

    4.9 1.3K reviews

    The Great Wine Tour

    Savor three tastings in Sonoma with a Golden Gate photo stop and a visit to Sausalito

    4.9 1.3K reviews
    $149/ person

    Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure

    See Alcatraz, Angel Island, and the SF skyline on a 20-minute introductory helicopter flight

    4.8 268 reviews
    $359/ person

    In-Home Experiences

    Welcome Charcuterie Board

    Wow your guests upon arrival with possibly the most impressive charcuterie board you have ever seen! This will cure the travel munchies and make your guests feel like VIPs when they arrive. You'll receive a 10x16 instagram worthy charcuterie board with all the fixings, that will satisfy up to 8 adults.

    5.0 11 reviews
    $199/ board

    Sonoma Artisan Charcuterie Board & Delivery

    Enhance your vacation experience with our "Sonoma Artisan Charcuterie Board," delivered right to your door. This best-selling 10x16 board is beautifully crafted by a local Sonoma County artist and comes laden with a gourmet selection that serves as the perfect appetizer for 5-8 people.

    5.0 11 reviews

    Exquisite Wine Country Dinner Experience

    Celebrate your special moments with an indulgent and relaxing dining experience curated by Chef Samantha and her team. This exclusive, gourmet dinner brings the fresh flavors of Wine Country straight to your vacation rental.

    5.0 3 reviews
    $79/ person

    Swedish Massage at Your Sonoma Vacation Rental

    Unwind in the comfort of your vacation rental with a luxurious 60-Minute In-Home Swedish Massage.

    $20/ person

    Private 75-Minute Group Yoga in Wine Country

    Enhance your group vacation with a private yoga class designed to bring relaxation, rejuvenation, and togetherness. Our certified instructor will guide your group through a 75-minute session focused on balance, flexibility, strength, and mobility.

    $299/ group
    Napa Wine Tasting: Private Sommelier at Home

    Napa Wine Tasting: Private Sommelier at Home

    Let your senses be your guide as you indulge in an experience unlike any other.

    $199/ person
    Sommelier‑Led Wine Tasting Experience

    Sommelier‑Led Wine Tasting Experience

    Enjoy a private, sommelier-led wine tasting without leaving your stay.

    5.0 13 reviews
    $119/ person
    Winemaker for a Day Experience

    Winemaker for a Day Experience

    Craft your own custom wine blend in California wine country

    5.0 13 reviews
    $120/ person
    Signature Cocktail Crafting Experience

    Signature Cocktail Crafting Experience

    Shake, stir, and sip your way through a private cocktail workshop at your rental

    5.0 13 reviews
    $114/ person
    Blindfolded Sip Experience

    Blindfolded Sip Experience

    Test your senses with a unique blindfolded wine tasting experience

    5.0 13 reviews
    In-Home Express Glow Facial in Santa Rosa

    In-Home Express Glow Facial in Santa Rosa

    Glow on the go! Our In-Home Express Facials bring pro skincare to your rental—choose a 30-min refresh or 75 minutes deluxe session for any occasion.

    $55/ guest
    In-Home Glow Group Facial in Santa Rosa CA

    In-Home Glow Group Facial in Santa Rosa CA

    Level up your celebration with our In-Home Glow Group Facial—professional skincare, relaxation, and fun, all in the comfort of your rental.

    $600/ group
    Private Chef Sonoma Wine Country Dinner

    Private Chef Sonoma Wine Country Dinner

    Indulge in an unforgettable evening of elevated, wine country dining—all from the comfort of your vacation rental.

    $229/ person

    In-Home Massage with Hot Stones & Spa Treatments

    Elevate your stay with our In-Home Spa Massage Experience, designed to bring the luxury of a full-service spa directly to your vacation rental. Enjoy a 60-minute massage session enhanced with hot stones, a refreshing peppermint head massage, and a pampering hand and foot scrub treatment, all delivered by our experienced team of massage therapists.

    5.0 32 reviews
    $199/ person

    Explore the Charm of Sonoma

    Sonoma is a vibrant destination where rolling vineyards meet historic charm, offering visitors an unforgettable experience in wine country. Known for its world-class wineries and scenic beauty, this area invites you to sip on award-winning wines while soaking up views that stretch across lush valleys and sun-drenched hillsides. Beyond the tasting rooms, explore Sonoma Plaza with its quaint boutiques, art galleries, and delightful eateries serving farm-to-table cuisine.

    A visit during harvest season provides a unique opportunity to witness grape-picking firsthand or participate in a local festival celebrating the bounty of the land. Nature enthusiasts will find joy hiking through nearby parks like Sugarloaf Ridge State Park or enjoying a leisurely bike ride along picturesque trails lined with oak trees and wildflowers. The region's mild climate makes outdoor activities enjoyable year-round.

    What sets Sonoma apart from other destinations is its blend of rich history and laid-back atmosphere. Visit Mission San Francisco Solano for a glimpse into California’s past or take part in community events at one of many family-owned farms dotting the landscape. Whether you're indulging in gourmet food pairings or simply relaxing under an ancient oak tree with your favorite book, Sonoma offers something special for every traveler seeking both adventure and tranquility.

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