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  1. Petaluma is a city in Sonoma County, California, located in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. Its population was 59,776 according to the 2020 census. [5] Petaluma's name comes from the Miwok village named Péta Lúuma that was located on the banks of the Petaluma River.

  2. Sep 16, 2024 · Petaluma, city, Sonoma county, western California, U.S. It lies at the head of navigation on the Petaluma River, 39 miles (63 km) north of San Francisco. The area was once part of Rancho Petaluma, granted to Mexican General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo in 1834.

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    • Stroll through the historic downtown. Downtown Petaluma is a charming mix of antique stores, local boutiques, and delicious cafes and restaurants. It was first settled in the mid-1800s making Petaluma one of California’s oldest cities.
    • Take a Self-Guided Tour of the Victorian Homes. With its history, there are 37 buildings that are listed on Petaluma’s Historic Resource Inventory. Follow this map to see if you can find 16 homes, a church, and an office in Petaluma.
    • Visit the Petaluma Arts Center. The Petaluma Arts Center opened in 1998 and now is a great place to see some of the area’s artwork. The center is home to a number of galleries, which feature a variety of local and regional artists.
    • Visit the Riverfront Art Gallery. The Riverfront Art Gallery was opened in the fall of 2007 and is a great place to see some of the local artwork in Petaluma.
    • Sample Craft Beer. Did you know Petaluma is one of the beer capitals of the United States? Stop by Lagunitas Brewing Company‘s buzzing Petaluma taproom for live music and a huge selection of craft beers, available to enjoy on the large outdoor patio.
    • Visit a Park. Head to Helen Putnam Regional Park for some quality bird watching, but if birding isn’t your preferred way of spending time outdoors, the park offers six miles of equestrian, biking, and hiking trails showcasing panoramic views of Petaluma and the surrounding area.
    • Sample Cheese at a Creamery. Fancy yourself a cheese aficionado? Then you’ll love exploring the many creameries in and around Petaluma. The oldest continually operating cheese manufacturer in the U.S., Marin French Cheese Company has been making cheese for over 150 years and welcomes visitors to its scenic cheese factory to purchase artisan cheeses.
    • Support Local Farmers. Petaluma is all about its local farmers, so it’s not surprising that the city is home to three farmers’ markets. While two are seasonal, the Petaluma East-Side Farmers’ Market runs year-round on Tuesdays and features a large number of vendors selling local produce, handcrafted goods, artisan foods, flowers, and more.
  3. May 15, 2022 · Places to Visit in Petaluma. Check out must-see sights and activities: Marin French Cheese Company, McEvoy Ranch, Parks, Wineries & Vineyards. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product. Build your trip. Powered by AI.

  4. The history and events that shaped the West and California are reflected in Petaluma’s landmarks and historic attractions. Rich in authenticity, Petaluma’s heritage can be traced through Native American tribes, Mexican settlements, the discovery of gold, railroad expansion, and the San Francisco earthquake.

  5. Ideally situated along a serene stretch of the Petaluma River—yet a mere 45-minute drive from San Francisco—Petaluma is the perfect place to stay, shop, dine, and play while exploring everything Sonoma Wine Country has to offer.

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