Big Bend Travel Guide
Sonoma
Popular places to visit
Cornerstone Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Cornerstone Gardens, a lovely green space in Sonoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its wineries.
Sonoma Plaza
Attend the markets and explore the fascinating sites decorating the flanks of this large plaza for a glimpse into Sonoma’s intricate past.
Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Sonoma TrainTown Railroad as part of your trip to Sonoma. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Buena Vista Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Buena Vista Winery during your travels to Sonoma. Discover the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Mission San Francisco Solano
Learn about the local history of Sonoma when you take a trip to Mission San Francisco Solano. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Gundlach-Bundschu Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gundlach-Bundschu Winery during your travels to Sonoma. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area or visit its wineries.
Things to do
Sonoma Valley Open Air Wine Trolley Tour
Sonoma and Napa Valley Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Napa Valley Daily Join In Group Wineries Tour Including Lunch
Muir Woods with Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour
Sonoma Trike and Mindfulness - 3 hour guided tour
Top hotels in Big Bend
Archer Hotel Napa
Clean room, friendly staff and convenient location
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County
This hotel will be my go to anytime I go to Marin. Safety is the most important. The room was spacious, the lighting good. The property clean. Lots of parking! Well lit for all hours of the night. Central to everything, off and on the freeway quick, shopping for any necessities easy.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Napa Valley by IHG
Had a great visit. Room was clean and well appointed with comfortable bed and charging outlets. Good check in and out experience . On site breakfast was great and convenient. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County
Great location
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Oxford Suites Sonoma County
Courteous staff, clean room, nice bathrooms, and complimentary drink.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
The staff was fantastic, friendly and informative. We have been coming to the Fairmont for decades and it seems to have risen to a new stride, really.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Big Bend
Four Corners
Four Corners might not have many top sights, but Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Sebastiani Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Sonoma
While visiting Downtown Sonoma, you might make a stop by sights like Sonoma City Hall and Mission San Francisco Solano.
El Verano
Visitors to El Verano enjoy its wineries, and if you want to do some exploring, Maxwell Farms Regional Park is worth a stop.
Verano
While Verano may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sonoma City Hall and Vallejo Home.
Boyes Hot Springs
Boyes Hot Springs is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, luxurious spas and fine wine. You might also want to check out attractions like Sonoma Golf Club or Maxwell Farms Regional Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente
Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente is well liked for its restaurants and wineries. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Sonoma Golf Club and Valley of the Moon Winery & Vineyards are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
