With three major wine-producing regions all meeting in the city, Healdsburg is a gateway to California’s wine country, located in northern Sonoma country. Travelling up U.S. Route 101, you’ll pass through acres of orchards and farms which are very common in these river valleys. Starting at the city center, which is anchored on a 19th-century plaza and crowned by the Healdsburg Inn, you have every activity right at your fingertips. Take a stroll down Healdsburg Ave and you will find a range of local Sonoma county vendors and high-end retail stores selling everything from antiques, pottery, art, glass, shoes, clothing, furniture and vintage markets for a more eclectic taste. If you are hungry, a variety of restaurants and eateries radiate out from the city center. Whether you are in the mood for world-class ethnic cuisine from Mexico or Italy or France, or crave the simple atmosphere of a find bistro, Healdsburg is sure to satisfy all your food fantasies.
A trip through Healdsburg is not complete without taking a few hours to tour its many wineries. True wine connoisseurs will delight at the many tasting opportunities within the city limits. Boasting more than 30 grape varieties and more than 300 independent farms, sit down for a tasting in a European-style villa or a quaint Mom-and-Pop shop, each with an exceptional passion for wine.Just a short drive down the coast will bring you to the rolling hills of San Francisco. For a comprehensive list of where to stay in the city, see all of our Choice Hotels in San Francisco. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway in Calfornia’s lush wine country or searching for the perfect antique piece to decorate your home, Healdsburg hotels are a great way to take in all the city has to offer. With cozy rooms and free breakfast options, Choice Hotels near Healdsburg offer everything you need for a great vacation.