Livermore Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Livermore
Livermore
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
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This city in California’s bountiful wine country offers golf, wine tasting and a charming downtown area.

Just an hour’s drive east of San Francisco is this quaint mid-sized city with old-town charm. It sits on the border of the rich agricultural Central Valley.

Livermore is one of California’s oldest wine regions that heritage continues today in its dozens of world-class wineries. Take a tasting tour to sample some of the best wines the state offers.

For a scenic day pairing history with wine tasting, hop aboard the vintage Niles Canyon Locomotive. This moving museum of the Pacific Coast Railway also provides transportation to area vineyards. Visit Livermore for one of the summertime wine festivals or special events. Play golf at one of the area’s top-quality courses: Las Positas, Poppy Ridge and The Course at Wente Vineyards.

Downtown Livermore is a lively area full of shops and top-quality restaurants. The town is the cultural hub of the region and is home to two cinemas, a performance theater and an open-air concert space. These venues attract world-class talents attend one of the many classical concerts, operas, ballets and dance recitals held throughout the year. Join the local community’s active support of music and art.

Get fresh produce straight from area farms at the Livermore Farmers Market, held every Sunday at the Historic Train Depot. During the summer, the Farmers Market is expanded to an evening market in Carnegie Park. Both these events are accompanied by live performances by local talent.

Enjoy entertainment of a very different nature at the Livermore Rodeo in the Robertson Park rodeo grounds. It is one leg of the famed California 6-Pack Rodeo Circuit. Known as “the world’s fastest rodeo,” the June event claims to hold more rides per hour than any other rodeo. It began in 1918 as a way to raise funds for the Red Cross and has been held annually since then.

Livermore is a great destination for visitors of all ages. With its old-fashioned appeal, numerous events and area wineries, it offers plenty of variety to choose from.

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Livermore
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Livermore
3 out of 5
7700 Southfront Rd, Livermore, CA
The price is £77 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£77
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Livermore. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Calificacion General Hotel: 8 de 10 es un hotel antiguo pero debo reconocer qur han hecho un esfuerzo por mantenerlo en condiciones adecuadas, algunos desgastes normales. Limpieza: 8 de 10 la habitación tenía un poco de lugares sucios, pero en términos generales nada de que asustarse. Los baños tenían ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Livermore
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
3.5 out of 5
3100 Lakeside Dr, Santa Clara, CA
The price is £139 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
£139
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Clara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Accommodating staff, Nice rooms, we stayed here twice, and most probably will return whenever we are in town"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
Great Wolf Lodge Manteca
Great Wolf Lodge Manteca
3.5 out of 5
2500 Daniels St, Manteca, CA
The price is £210 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£210
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Manteca. Enjoy 6 restaurants, free water park access and a lazy river. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (887 reviews)
"Loved this trip will be back next year, my son had so much fun."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Great Wolf Lodge Manteca
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)
The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)
Livermore, CA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Livermore. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Los Vaqueros Marina ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
College friends reunion
"Pros: Good location with great view, plenty of space. Warm hostess and responsive. Cons: Furnishings are not updated. Weak WiFi due to remote location. Coffee maker not working."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
4 out of 5
77 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santana Row ...
6.6/10 (19 reviews)
Overall great.
"Awesome building and location. Going through hotels.com created some complexity on the communication front. One big issue with this property is parking. You have to give them the details on your car 48 hour prior to arrival which is tough with rental cars."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
Hills Cottage with Panoramic Views & Hot Tub. Pet Friendly!
Hills Cottage with Panoramic Views & Hot Tub. Pet Friendly!
Oakland, CA
Stay at this cabin in Oakland. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Oakland Zoo and Oakland-Alameda County ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"This cute little space was perfect for us. Thanks for a lovely stay!"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Hills Cottage with Panoramic Views & Hot Tub. Pet Friendly!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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The Premium Outlet Mall is best avoided at weekend.

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