Things to do in Santa Rosa

Things to do in Santa Rosa

38 ranked activities2 in the 90+ Club

Santa Rosa is the practical base for Sonoma County: winery tours through Russian River and Dry Creek, hot air balloon flights over the valley, and redwood trips to Armstrong Grove.

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What are the best things to do in Santa Rosa?

Outty ranks 38 bookable experiences in Santa Rosa, United States. The highest scoring is Sonoma County Join-In Group Wine Tasting Tours at 91 out of 100, followed by Best E-Bike Rental! Wine country fun, Russian River Kayak Tour at the Beautiful Sonoma Coast, Santa Rosa North Sonoma County Small Group Winery Tour. Prices start at $9 per person and 2 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. April to June and September to October, with harvest in September.

Ranked experiences
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Bookable today
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Top tour operators in Santa Rosa

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Santa Rosa they cover.

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Most Popular in Santa Rosa

The experiences travelers book most right now.

Most Highly Reviewed in Santa Rosa

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Santa Rosa

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Santa Rosa

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Food & Drink in Santa Rosa

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Santa Rosa

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Santa Rosa

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Santa Rosa

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about Santa Rosa

What are the best things to do in Santa Rosa?
Sonoma County Join-In Group Wine Tasting Tours is the highest ranked experience in Santa Rosa, scoring 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 165 traveler reviews. Best E-Bike Rental! Wine country fun, Russian River Kayak Tour at the Beautiful Sonoma Coast, Santa Rosa North Sonoma County Small Group Winery Tour, Safari West Sonoma Adventure Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 38 bookable experiences in Santa Rosa, United States, and 2 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Santa Rosa cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Santa Rosa is $340 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $9 on Cow Heaven: An Agricultural Self-Guided Driving Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Santa Rosa for today?
Yes. 38 of the top 38 experiences we rank in Santa Rosa currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Santa Rosa good for families?
Yes. 5 of the experiences we rank in Santa Rosa are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Santa Rosa?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Santa Rosa?
April to June and September to October, with harvest in September. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Santa Rosa?
33 of the 38 experiences we rank in Santa Rosa offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Santa Rosa gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Santa Rosa so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.