• December 27, 2024 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Charles M. Schulz Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Rick Samuels, Courtesy of the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research

2. Luther Burbank Home & Gardens

Category: Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Museums of Sonoma County

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Museums of Sonoma County

4. Railroad Square Historic District

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Railroad Square Historic District

5. Children's Museum of Sonoma County

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Children's Museum of Sonoma County

6. The Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
© The Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers Market

7. California Cheese Trail

Category: Activities & Fun Outdoors
© California Cheese Trail

8. Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary

© Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary

9. St. Francis Winery and Vineyards

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© St. Francis Winery and Vineyards

10. Platypus Wine Tours

Tours in the Area
© Platypus Wine Tours

11. Pacific Coast Air Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Pacific Coast Air Museum

12. The Redwood Empire Ice Arena - Snoopy's Home Ice

13. Wednesday Night Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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14. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Category: Local Attractions
© Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

15. Balletto Vineyards

Category: Entertainment Near Me
© Balletto Vineyards

16. Annadel State Park

Category: Activities & Fun Outdoors
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17. Spring Lake Regional Park

Category: Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Courtesy of Sonoma County Regional Parks

18. Safari West

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19. Epicenter Sports and Entertainment

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20. Howarth Park

Category: Activities & Fun Outdoors
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21. Dierk’s Parkside Cafe

Category: Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

A one hour weekend getaway north of San Francisco, Santa Rosa is a vibrant city with a lively downtown, historic attractions, green parks and great restaurants. Admire drawings of Peanuts at the Charles M. Schulz Museum, learn about horticulture at Luther Burbank Home & Gardens, stroll through the Rail Road Square Historic district and shop at the farmers markets. Best things to do in Santa Rosa with kids include fun in the parks, ice skating and interactive exhibits at the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County.

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