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Petaluma, CA
Travel Guide

Trip time! Discover the live music, entertainment, and local cuisine in Petaluma.

Breweries, entertainment choices, and sights from Phoenix Theater to Petaluma Arts Center—discover it all in Petaluma.

Top Hotels in Petaluma

Motel 6 Petaluma, CA
Motel 6 Petaluma, CA
2 out of 5
1368 N Mcdowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA
The price is $65 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Situated in Petaluma, this motel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Parkwest Casino Sonoma and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Northern California and Petaluma Village ...…

3.2/5 (987 reviews)

"Close to stores and restaurants of all types. Loved the staff and the area is low key and lots of trees around, very peaceful 👌"…"

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2021

Motel 6 Petaluma, CA
Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
3.5 out of 5
745 Baywood Dr, Petaluma, CA
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $138 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2

Situated on a river, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Petaluma Arts Center, Adobe Road Winery, and Shollenberger Park. Bernstein Institute and Petaluma Historical ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (978 reviews)

"Amazing staff and place to stay. Highly recommended"…"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2021

Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
Best Western Petaluma Inn
Best Western Petaluma Inn
2.5 out of 5
200 S McDowell Boulevard, Petaluma, CA
The price is $100 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Situated in Petaluma, this golf hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Petaluma Valley Hospital and Petaluma Arts Center. Phoenix Theater and University of Northern ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (980 reviews)

"We enjoyed our stay at Petaluma BW. There seemed to be a pride of ownership. Everything was clean and maintained. The staff were very friendly. We'll be back."…"

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2021

Best Western Petaluma Inn
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Vacation Rentals in Petaluma

Your own Petaluma Wine Country get away w/ pool/spa
Your own Petaluma Wine Country get away w/ pool/spa
Petaluma, CA
The price is $170 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2

Situated in Petaluma, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Petaluma Historical Museum and Phoenix Theater. Bernstein Institute and Petaluma Arts ...…

5/5Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Lovely Space and Tranquil Environment after a workday

"The property is a really tranquil environment and plenty of space to relax indoors and outdoors. The host is accommodating and friendly. Highly recommend!"…"

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2020

Your own Petaluma Wine Country get away w/ pool/spa
Historic 2BR Petaluma House
Historic 2BR Petaluma House
Petaluma, CA

Situated in Petaluma, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bernstein Institute, Petaluma Historical Museum, and Petaluma Arts Center. Phoenix Theater ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Delightful home just outside Petaluma

"Our family of 4 had a lovely stay at this cozy, comfortable home over Thanksgiving. The kitchen was wonderfully equipped with everything anyone could possibly need and there were so many spaces for everyone to make themselves at home. We loved seeing the wild turkeys one morning on the back lawn, ..."…"

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2020

Historic 2BR Petaluma House
Charming Spanish/mediterranean Casita
Charming Spanish/mediterranean Casita
Petaluma, CA

Situated in Petaluma, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Petaluma Historical Museum, Phoenix Theater, and Bernstein Institute. Petaluma Arts Center ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Lovely Place, good Price and friendly owner

"Everything was easy on the booking and checkin process. Apartment is very nice with all amenities (including washer and dryer). Really good bed mattress. Quiet neighbourhood and a very friendly landlady. I will return"…"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2020

Charming Spanish/mediterranean Casita
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit in Petaluma

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Helen Putnam Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at Helen Putnam Regional Park, a lovely green space in Petaluma. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its wineries.

Helen Putnam Regional Park
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Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park

Explore the great outdoors at Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park, a lovely green space in Petaluma. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its wineries.

Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
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Petaluma Seed Bank

Enjoy a stop at Petaluma Seed Bank, an entertaining place to visit in Petaluma. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Petaluma Seed Bank

Top things to do in Petaluma

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Napa Valley & Sonoma - Wine Country Tour from San Francisco

$129
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Napa Valley & Sonoma - Wine Country Tour from San Francisco
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Classic Open Air Napa Valley Wine Trolley Tour

$99
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Classic Open Air Napa Valley Wine Trolley Tour
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Muir Woods and Sausalito - Return by Bus, Ferry or Bike ride

$73
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods and Sausalito - Return by Bus, Ferry or Bike ride
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Muir Woods Tour of California Redwoods (Ticket fee included)

$85
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods Tour of California Redwoods (Ticket fee included)
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Muir Woods with Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour

$169
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods with Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour
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Wine Country Hot-Air-Balloon Ride

$275
Per adult
Wine Country Hot-Air-Balloon Ride
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Reviews of Petaluma

4.3

Top Destination

5 - Excellent
149
5 - Excellent 44.21364985163205%
4 - Good
153
4 - Good 45.40059347181009%
3 - Okay
26
3 - Okay 7.71513353115727%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 2.077151335311573%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 0.5934718100890207%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Mar 18, 2020

good food nice people fun shops

4/5 - Good

Roob

Mar 17, 2020

Beautiful country. Nice and green

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 23, 2020

There’s a lot to do in this area. That is, there’s a lot offered in Petaluma and also within a very short driving distance of Petaluma.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Feb 12, 2020

The great little town, tons of fun little activities if you just look around. Definitely take some time to check out some metal art by Patrick Amiot

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 10, 2020

I love visiting Petaluma, we find something new each time we go, took a short drive to Calistoga to explore, I don’t think will ever run out of things to do in this area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 5, 2020

Nice small town atmosphere. Good restaurants.

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