Manteca

The Delicato Family Vineyards Tasting Room provides you with the opportunity to try an array of delicious wines from vineyards that have been family farmed since 1924. The refined tasting room has an extravagant menu that is filled with both red and white wines, several of which are nationally distributed brands along with some limited release wines. You can also choose from a diverse selection of personalized wine gift baskets and gift and gourmet items. There are several events held at the tasting room throughout the year such as their Fine Art Show, the Artisan Market Series, and the Holiday Open House.

Address: Delicato Family Vineyards Tasting Room, 12001 S. Hwy 99, Manteca, CA 95336, Phone: 888-599-4637

If you’ve ever dreamed of playing in a big league ballpark such as New York’s Yankee Stadium or Boston’s Fenway Park, then head on over to Big League Dreams. The sports park is an amazing place filled with exact, scaled-down replicas of the aforementioned famous ballparks, as well as Chicago’s Wrigley Field. You can play baseball or softball, several of which are specifically designed for slow pitch, fast pitch, or the youth. Big League Dreams also has a 20,000 square foot indoor pavilion where you can play soccer if you’re not interested in baseball. Be sure to join the big leagues on your next visit to Manteca.

Address: Big League Dreams , 1077 Milo Candini Dr, Manteca, CA 95337, Phone: 209-824-2400

Recommended Activities for Families

The Manteca Bowl is part of the Bowlero franchise that invited people of all ages to come together for a good time. They have several features and amenities such as 48 bowling lanes, an arcade, billiards, darts, cornhole, and a sports bar. The Manteca Bowl is also wheelchair accessible and offers all of their guests free Wi-Fi, an on-site pro shop, and private rooms to use for birthday parties and other celebrations. You can indulge in some epic foods while you bowl a few rounds - their menu has everything from two-foot-long hot dogs to five-pound burgers, making for some of the most delicious and outrageous oversized foods in the area.

Address: Manteca Bowl, 1251 E Yosemite Ave, Manteca, CA 95336, Phone: 209-824-2889

You can learn all about one of California’s original farming towns when you visit the Manteca Historical Society and Museum. In the early days California settlers were restricted to growing wheat, which was the only crop to survive the dry summers. However, by the early 1900’s the advent of irrigation and the railway meant that farmers could branch out, and the town of Manteca grew by leaps and bounds. The Manteca Historical Museum is filled with hundreds of photos and artifacts which tell the story. There are exhibits about the arrival of the railway, the first wine farm, early farming implements, a blacksmith’s shop, a dentist and so much more to admire.

Address: Manteca Historical Society and Museum, 600 W. Yosemite Ave, Manteca, CA 95337, Phone: 209 825 3021

Attractions for Couples

Comprising an array of retail, dining, and entertainment opportunities, The Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley can be found right in the middle of Sacramento, San Jose, and San Francisco. The space spans over 720,000 square feet and is set amidst prominent facilities and attractions such as Big League Dreams, Costco, Hampton Inn & Suites, Fitness Evolution, and an AMC theater. Some of the shops that you’ll come across include Banana Republic, Bass Pro Shops, JC Penney, Guess, Sephora, and Vans. After a day of shopping, re-energize on delicious meals at one of the many restaurants such as Vitality Bowls, Subway, Red Robin, Pete’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, and Matsu Sushi Japanese Restaurant.

Address: The Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley, 280 Lifestyle St, Manteca, CA 95337, 610-791-9707

All Star Training is a horse boarding, riding, and training facility that is owned and operated by Kristina Alexander. You’ll be able to learn Western-style riding and specialize in horsemanship and speed events. Regular lessons last for an hour, during which time you’ll learn to safely halter, lead, tie, and properly groom a horse from head to hoof. Before you ride, you’ll also learn about the basic anatomy of a horse and also parts of the saddle and gear. After the horse is prepared, students will learn to ride at their own pace. A special, compressed, ½ lesson is held for younger kids between the ages of four and seven.

Address: All Star Training, 1765 Bandoni Ln, Manteca, CA 95337, Phone: 209-456-3376

The Dell’Osso Family Farm was founded in the 1920s by three brothers who hailed from Italy. They started out with farming asparagus and soon branched out to alfalfa, tomatoes, beans, melons, and pumpkins. In the late 1990s, the family decided to branch out and add different aspects so that visitors would enjoy everything the farm offers as much as they do. During your visit there you’ll be able to explore their humongous corn maze, explore the haunted castle, go on a hay ride or ride through the Dell’Osso Express Train. Other aspects also include a tire pyramid, duck races, pig races, a mystery tour, playing in kiddie playland, participating in pillow jumping, and so much more.

Address: Dell’Osso Family Farm, 501 S Manthey Rd, Lathrop, CA 95330, Phone: 209-969-6048,

Where to Eat

Ernie's Food and Spirits is an incomparable dining experience which combines high service standards with exceptional cuisine and an awe-inspiring collection of wine and fine spirits. The sleek and contemporary interior is inspired by some of the finest restaurants in the world, as they aim to serve similarly high-standard meals to their local and visiting patrons. Their menu comprises dishes made with the freshest produce, sustainable seafood, organic chicken, grass-fed lamb, Kurobuta pork, and the best Choice and Prime cuts of beef. The inspired cuisine includes crowd favorites such as their classic French five onion soup, Asian beef salad, and the Cubano panini made with roasted pork shoulder.

Address: Ernie's Food and Spirits, 1351 N Main St, Manteca, CA 95336, Phone: 209-239-3351

Located within the Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley, Pete's Restaurant & Brewhouse is a laid back restaurant and bar that is perfect for a casual date or a celebration with friends. You’ll find a number of delicious options on their menu, including several gluten-free and vegetarian dishes. Start off with a couple of appetizers such as their famed sweet & spicy grilled wings, calamari topped with zesty ancho aioli, or Pete’s Famous Knots which is tossed in garlic butter and served with fresh parmesan cheese. Their signature pizzas are renowned and are hand tossed and topped with Pete’s traditional red sauce, fresh whole milk mozzarella, and your choice of toppings.

Address: Pete's Restaurant & Brewhouse, Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley: 881 Lifestyle St, Manteca, CA 95337, Phone: 209-825-4200