El Verano Travel Guide
Sonoma
Popular places to visit

Sonoma Plaza
Attend the markets and explore the fascinating sites decorating the flanks of this large plaza for a glimpse into Sonoma’s intricate past.

Sonoma Raceway
You can take time to visit Sonoma Raceway during your travels to Sonoma. Visit the wineries or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Sonoma TrainTown Railroad as part of your trip to Sonoma. Visit the shops and wineries in this family-friendly area.

Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards during your travels to Sonoma. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its wineries.

Gundlach-Bundschu Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gundlach-Bundschu Winery during your travels to Sonoma. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sonoma City Hall
Sonoma City Hall is just one of the places to see in Sonoma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Napa Valley Wine Train: Gourmet Express Lunch or Dinner

The Original Napa Valley Wine Trolley Classic Tour

Sonoma and Napa Valley Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Muir Woods with Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour

Napa Valley Wine Trolley: "Up Valley" Castle Tour

Sonoma Valley Open Air Wine Trolley Tour
Top hotels in El Verano

Archer Hotel Napa
Best hotel in Napa. Easy access to everything downtown.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Silverado Resort
The room needed updating. We ordered an uber who was turned away from pick up point. They closed the road to the main entrance to the hotel for wedding photos. No consideration given to guests being picked up.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Meritage Resort and Spa

Oxford Suites Sonoma County
The room was clean bathroom was clean love the tub and shower separate the complimentary breakfast was decent the cookies at the front desk were amazing
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Sandman Santa Rosa Sonoma, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Do not stay here. This place does not look like the pictures. We checked in and immediately checked out. They still charged us a full three nights stay. And said I had to take it up with Expedia. Expedia told me to contact management since they’re the ones who charged me. When I contacted management, ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma
Clean room. Friendly staff, were able to make accommodations we needed.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Verano

Verano
While Verano may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Vallejo Home and Sonoma City Hall.

Boyes Hot Springs
Boyes Hot Springs is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, luxurious spas and fine wine. You might also want to check out attractions like Sonoma Golf Club or Maxwell Farms Regional Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente
Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente is well liked for its restaurants and wineries. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Sonoma Golf Club and Valley of the Moon Winery & Vineyards are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Downtown Sonoma
While visiting Downtown Sonoma, you might make a stop by sights like Sonoma City Hall and Mission San Francisco Solano.

Four Corners
Four Corners might not have many top sights, but Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Sonoma City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Big Bend
If you're spending some time in Big Bend, Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards and Cornerstone Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
