Visitor Guide

Nestled in the heart of California's picturesque wine country, our park offers a unique experience spread across six historic sites near Sonoma's Plaza. Explore Mission San Francisco Solano, the Blue Wing Inn, Sonoma Barracks, Toscano Hotel & Kitchen, and the Servants' Quarters. Don't miss General Vallejo's Home, also known as Lachryma Montis, less than a mile away. Immerse yourself in the rich history of General Vallejo, founder of Pueblo de Sonoma. Extend your visit to Vallejo's Petaluma Adobe Rancho, included with admission.

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Basic Park Info 

• The park is located at 20 E. Spain St, Sonoma, CA 95476.
• Sonoma State Historic Park is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. *Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, & New Year's Day*
• Our Museum Store is open daily from 10:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
• Dogs are not allowed in historic buildings that require payment for entry. Dogs are permitted on all paved areas and must be on a six-foot maximum leash and under human control at all times.
• Public restrooms are located in the Sonoma Barracks Courtyard. The Sonoma Plaza offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and the Sonoma Valley Visitor's Bureau. View Sonoma Valley Visitor's Bureau website.
• Parking is free.
• Your museum admission receipt works like a ticket for same day entry to the following park sites: General Vallejo's Home, San Francisco Solano Mission, and Petaluma Adobe SHP.

Activities

• Self-Guided Tours: Walk outside the buildings to discover the past of Sonoma. With history panels to help explain what you are seeing. To enter the Mission or the Vallejo Home, a $3 admission fee will be charged for adults, $2 for youth, and kids 5 and under are free.  
• Guided Tours: Take a guided tour of the historic buildings. For $10 for adults and $5 for youth, and kids under 5 are free, take a guided tour of the San Francisco Solano Mission, Barracks, Servants Quarters, and the Toscano Hotel.
• Gift Shop: Stop into our gift shop to support the park. Items include books, cups, hats, t-shirts, and more. Your support of this store goes right back into the park and its programming.
• Park Events: Apart from our Self-Guided and Guided tours, both our park staff and park partners run a variety of outdoor events! Visit our event page to view upcoming events. 
• Special Events: The park is also available for private events. Please see our special event page for more details.
• Exhibits: The San Francisco Solano Mission houses historical exhibits, an art exhibition, a museum chapel, and a courtyard. The Sonoma Barracks across the street houses additional historic exhibits, several museum rooms, and our association's bookstore and gift shop. The Toscano Hotel offers a glimpse of early Italian-American business practices and lifestyles. The Vallejo Home has furnishings of the Vallejo family, historic and serene gardens, a reservoir, and a museum in the adjacent "Chalet". Visitors to the park can also stroll through the streets surrounding the town’s historic central plaza or travel via the city's hike and bike path on the west side.

Wildlife

We are located in downtown Sonoma. The park still has wildlife that may be seen from time to time. From foxes and racoons, to different bird species that stop in the wetlands infront of Vallejo's home when migrating. Wildlife should always be appreciated from afar and never disturbed.

Weather

Summer mornings are often foggy, with sunshine replacing the fog in the afternoon. Expect strong afternoon winds and heavy winter rains. We recommend layered clothing.

 

 

 

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