Trip to Sonoma, the United States: how to get there, how many days and when to go

Sonoma – Califórnia Destination San Francisco and Napa

How to get there

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) San Mateo County · 90 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

By road from San Francisco or Napa; Sonoma’s center lies off the bay rail axis.

How many days

One or two days for the historic complex and surrounding areas.

When to go

In Sonoma, the periods from April to June and from September to October usually have mild conditions for outdoor circuits; between November and March, consider the possibility of rain when planning coastal activities.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Walk around the plaza; car or hired transport serves for Jack London Park and the rural area.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Sonoma

Morning
Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma State Historic Park
Devote the beginning of the itinerary to Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma State Historic Park. Prioritize the main part of the visit and arrival time, leaving a break before continuing in Sonoma.
Afternoon
Jack London State Historic Park
After the break, head to Jack London State Historic Park. Check access and explore the site without turning the Sonoma afternoon into a series of transfers.
Late afternoon
Return via the Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma State Historic Park sector
Finish walks in the sector already visited in Sonoma and return to your lodging before planning another outing. Light and weather can change the duration of this stage.
Evening
Evening free in Sonoma
Dine near your base in Sonoma and keep the evening free to rest after the route through Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma State Historic Park and Jack London State Historic Park.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

How to get to Sonoma and start the visit?

Arrange road access from Napa or the Bay.

How many days to set aside for Sonoma?

One or two days allow for history and the rural surroundings.

How to get around during your stay in Sonoma?

Walk around the plaza and use a car outside the central core.

Can Napa and Sonoma be done in the same day?

A short pass-through is possible, but one day for each valley prevents crossing the region between reserves and missing the historic ensembles.

Your trip to Sonoma.