Petaluma historic downtown and riverfront
Petaluma, Sonoma County

Petaluma Wine Tours

Where the river meets the vines—your gateway to coast and valley

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15
Min to Sonoma Coast
25
Min to Sonoma Valley
60K
Population
1850s
Founded

The Best-Kept Secret Base Camp

Petaluma is Sonoma's unsung hero. Everyone rushes through on Highway 101, but smart travelers know this historic river town is the perfect home base for wine country exploration.

You're 15 minutes from the wild, coastal Pinots of the Sonoma Coast. You're 25 minutes from the classic Sonoma Valley estates. And you're 40 minutes from Healdsburg's foodie scene. Oh, and you save about $200/night on hotels compared to staying in Healdsburg.

Plus, Petaluma has its own charm: historic downtown with antique shops, local breweries, farm-to-table restaurants, and the scenic Petaluma River. It's real California, not wine country Disneyland.

Historic Petaluma downtown

Three Directions, Three Vibes

From Petaluma, you can hit coastal cool or valley classic

Sonoma Coast

15 minutes west. Cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Ocean fog, dramatic cliffs, and elegant wines. Wild and windswept.

15 min drive

Sonoma Valley

25 minutes north. Classic Sonoma estates. Cabernet, Zinfandel, and Chardonnay. Historic wineries and valley views.

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Carneros

20 minutes northeast. Rolling hills straddling Napa and Sonoma. Sparkling wines, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.

20 min drive

Why Base Camp in Petaluma?

Real talk about why locals love it here

Petaluma historic architecture

Better Value, Real Character

Hotels in Healdsburg? $500/night in summer. Hotels in Petaluma? $150-$250 for the same quality. That's an extra bottle of wine. Actually, like six bottles.

And unlike some wine towns that shut down by 9 PM, Petaluma has actual nightlife. Breweries, cocktail bars, live music venues. You're not stuck eating at your hotel restaurant.

Plus, you're only 45 minutes from San Francisco. Easy airport access, day-trip-friendly, and you can swing by the Golden Gate on your way home. Best of both worlds.

Our Petaluma Wine Tours

Pick you up from your Petaluma location—drop you off with memories (and maybe some wine club shipments)

The Bachelorette Bash

Party bus energy, VIP tastings, Instagram moments. Perfect for groups celebrating the bride-to-be.

From $149per person
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The Romantic Escape

Intimate tastings, picnic lunches, sunset views. Designed for couples seeking golden hour magic.

From $179per person
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The Foodie Experience

Wine and food alchemy. Farm-to-table pairings, cheese caves, winemaker meet-and-greets.

From $199per person
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The Birthday Bash

Celebrate another trip around the sun with wine, friends, and unforgettable vineyard memories.

From $149per person
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Sip, Sip, Hooray

Toast to new beginnings! Graduation celebration with wine tastings and photo-worthy moments.

From $149per person
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The Freedom Tour

New chapter, new you. Divorce party, career change, or just claiming your independence.

From $159per person
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Bark & Barrel

Dog-friendly wine tour! Your furry friend joins the tasting adventure at pet-welcoming wineries.

From $169per person
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Out of Office

Team building that actually works. Corporate events, client entertainment, and company celebrations.

From $189per person
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Sunday Scaries Cure

Friends reunion tour! Reconnect with old friends over wine, laughter, and shared memories.

From $149per person
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Girls' Getaway Weekend

Wine. Laughter. Quality time. The ultimate weekend escape with your best friends.

From $149per person
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Sonoma vineyard at golden hour

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Coast or valley? Why not both. Book your pickup today.

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