Sonoma County is a region of spectacular attractions: fine wineries, dramatic coastlines, lush hills and charming inns. The area is also graced with bustling, vibrant cities and picturesque small hamlets. Known as one of the finest wine producing areas in the whole world, Sonoma County has hundreds of wineries that welcome visitors to sample their wares. The county is usually portrayed as having six distinct regions. They include northern Sonoma, the Sonoma coast, the Russian River region, central Sonoma, southern Sonoma and the Sonoma Valley region.  Northern Sonoma includes the towns of Cloverdale, Geyserville, Healdsburg and Windsor and the fine wine producing regions of the Alexander Valley and the Dry Creek Valley.The Russian River region includes the towns of Guerneville, Monte Rio, Duncans Mills, Sebastopol, Occidental, Graton and Freestone. The region has several excellent wineries and is known for its recreational pleasures in and along the Russian River. The Sonoma coast is dotted with small hamlets such as Bodega Bay, Jenner and The Sea Ranch. There are miles of coastal access in Sonoma Coast State Beach, which is actually several beaches under a collective banner. Fort Ross State Park is a former outpost for Russian fur hunters that has been renovated to its former state. Central Sonoma is where the county seat, Santa Rosa, is located. Santa Rosa is a beautiful, exciting city that has kept the best features of its past and combined them with modern amenities. It is also home to the Luther Burbank Home and Gardens. Visitors will find excellent restaurants, entertainment and fine lodging in Santa Rosa. 

Southern Sonoma County includes the towns of Petaluma, Cotati and Valley Ford. Petaluma has a turn-of-the-century downtown with iron front buildings that line the Petaluma River waterfront. The Sonoma Valley, also known as the Valley of the Moon, contains dozens of wineries in the towns of Kenwood, Glen Ellen and Sonoma. It's also home to Jack London State Historic Park. Highlights include the Sonoma Mission, General Vallejo's home and the historic Sonoma Plaza. Don't Miss the Wine & Food Tasting.

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