Healdsburg Travel Guide

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Dry Creek Vineyard showing flowers and a park
Healdsburg
Healdsburg
Dry Creek Vineyard featuring interior views as well as a small group of people
Dry Creek Vineyard showing drinks or beverages

Learn the history of this quaint wine town in the midst of valleys of vineyards and taste the grape varieties to select your favourite wines.

With its elegance and charm, Healdsburg is among the most reputable wine towns in California. The Russian River meanders through this small community, which unites the wine regions of Dry Creek, Alexander Valley and the Russian River Valley. Travel across the many vineyards here to get a taste for Californian wine.

Stroll through Healdsburg Plaza to appreciate the town’s atmosphere. This is the most lively part of the community, with boutiques, hotels and restaurants. Walk east for several blocks for the Healdsburg Museum, which chronicles the history of the town through photos, artifacts and documents.

Other cultural highlights in the town center include the Healdsburg Center for the Arts and the Raven Performing Arts Theater. Play a few rounds at Healdsburg Golf Club in the town’s eastern outskirts.

Rent a car to explore the vineyards in the surrounding valleys. Grapes prosper from the dry, hot summers and cool winters in the region. Dry Creek VineyardOpens in a new window is known as the Wine for Sailors due to the iconic sailboat images on its bottles. Choose from one of the tours around the scenic winery and taste its famous dry chenin blanc.

Southeast of the town is Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards, which has a range of tours and tastings available on its 1,300-acre (526-hectare) grounds. Enjoy a meal prepared by the estate’s culinary artist, who pairs the food with the estate’s wines. Visit nearby vineyards, such as the Hanna Winery and Vineyards, the Pezzi King Winery, the Soda Rock Winery and Stuhlmuller Vineyards.

The town is north of the Bay Area in northwestern California. Fly to San Francisco International Airport and drive north for 80 miles (130 kilometers) to get here in about 90 minutes. Cycle or drive to reach the various vineyards. Make sure to see other parts of the region, such as Sacramento, Santa Rosa and Napa.

Live a wine connoisseur’s dream in Healdsburg, with its cultured town center and undulating valleys of vineyards.

The Lodge at Healdsburg, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Lodge at Healdsburg, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 out of 5
1261 Grove St, Healdsburg, CA
The price is ฿5,482 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿5,482
฿6,370 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Healdsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 hot tubs and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (291 reviews)
"The room was comfortable. Bed was ok for me and a little hard for my husband. The soaps, were very fragrant and the scent triggered a migraine. There were only 2 small bath towels. I should have asked for 2 more but I was already stepping into the shower when I noticed only one towel for each of ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

The Lodge at Healdsburg, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
H2Hotel
H2Hotel
4 out of 5
219 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg, CA
The price is ฿10,175 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿10,175
฿13,142 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Healdsburg. Enjoy a full-service spa, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (663 reviews)
"Very sweet small hotel — really lovely staff. Rooms are simple but clean and comfortable—nice amenities. 2 minute walk to the park in the middle of town and all the surrounding shops, restaurants and wine tasting joints. I will stay there again and I highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

H2Hotel
Best Western Dry Creek Inn
Best Western Dry Creek Inn
3 out of 5
198 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg, CA
The price is ฿4,071 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿4,071
฿4,730 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Healdsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Healdsburg is a bit overpriced . Service is always fantastic . A bit disappointed no complimentary breakfast and was not upgraded or at least a better view . (Overlooked gas station)."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Best Western Dry Creek Inn
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Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
2.5 out of 5
13885 Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Clearlake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Austin Park and Redbud Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (290 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

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The Ranch at Lake Sonoma
The Ranch at Lake Sonoma
1 out of 5
100 Marina Rd, Geyserville, CA
Stay at this campsite in Geyserville. Enjoy free parking, a conference centre and hiking/biking on-site. Popular attractions Lake Sonoma and Sbragia Family Vineyards ...
Perfect site for a 3 days summer getaway
"The location is fantastic, with a spectacular view on the lake if you choose a lakeview. A very genuine welcome from The Ranch team, with all detailed explanations, a map to help you to navigate around. For our first time going camping, we want definitely to come back there !"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

The Ranch at Lake Sonoma
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.

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