Top Rated Attractions in Healdsburg

The Francis Ford Coppola Winery located in Geyserville just north of Healdsburg is much more than just a winery. While they do, of course have a vineyard and produce their own wine, along with daily tours, the Coppola Winery offers many more services perfect for the whole family, even the kids. The Winery features two swimming pools, connected buy a water bridge with jets of water shooting over it, and private cabines and lounge chairs surrounding the pool. Other entertainment options include the winery's bocce ball court and a whole library of games, all of which are free to use. The winery also features a restaurant - RUSTIC, Francis's Favorites and Pool Cafe, a movie museum (it is a Coppola winery, after all) and a "Godfather" inspired pavilion which hosts private events as well as concerts.

Feeling lucky? Then stop by one of northern California's popular Indian casinos. River Rock Casino is the name. You can play blackjack, three-card poker, pai gow poker and select from over 1600 slot machines! After that head to the Quail Run Restaurant, and enjoy from a great variety of food while watching the sun set over Alexander valley.

The citizens of Santa Rosa have reason to be in a continually celebratory mood as their microbrewery of choice takes top honors nearly every year at Denver's Great American Beer Festival. Since its inception in 1997, it has won such accolades as “Small Brewing Company of the Year,” “Innovation in Craft Brewing” and "Large Brewpub Champion Brewmaster." Indeed, gold medal winners include such eloquently named brews as Damnation, Blind Pig and Pliny the Elder. Many of them can be found in pubs throughout the Bay Area, but the headquarters is a must-see destination. Russian River Brewing Company is also credited with inventing the Double India Pale Ale. The entire list of ales is fascinating, each of them unique in blend, texture and flavor. At the tap room, live music entertains crowds as they savor pizzas made thin, crisp and fresh.

Located in the heart of Sonoma Valley, St. Francis has a talented wine-making team that focuses on producing high-quality varietals from hand-harvested grapes. Its two wine clubs give you the opportunity to sample new wines that are not available in retail stores and restaurants, while the Visitor Center offers a fantastic view of the mountains and vineyards (it can also be booked for weddings and other family functions). A knowledgeable staff is at hand to guide you through the intricate details of wine-making.

Built by Peanuts comics creator Charles M.Schulz, the Snoopy's Home Ice is a renowned ice rink. Offering a number of activities like figure skating, the arena also offers opportunity people of all ages to wear their skates and have fun throughout the year. The arena is home to the Snoopy's Senior World Hockey Tournament where 64 international hockey teams compete for a week.

Safari West is a 400-acre (162-hectare) sanctuary in the center of the wine country, where exotic mammals and birds reside. Started as a private facility, the preserve is now open to the public and conducts tours and field trips for those interested. Attracting over 60,000 people annually, Safari West is dedicated to the preservation of species and conducts interaction with students and educational programs. Tent cabins and other lodging is provided for those who wish to stay at the reserve. Amenities on-site include swimming pool, restaurant, and massages.