Best Museums in Dillon Beach

"The Children’s’ Museum of Sonoma County, located in Santa Rosa rivals our favorite children’s museum in Los Angeles and is a must visit when in town. Opened in 2015, this indoor/outdoor kids play space/museum is filled with hands-ons, interactive exhibits for kids of all ages focusing on nature, art and science. The outdoor space is one of the best I have seen in kid’s play spaces."

"Children’s Museum of Sonoma County is a museum that focuses on interactive learning about the arts, sciences, and the world. It’s among the top things to do in Santa Rosa with kids."

"Art-lovers: don’t miss Hess Collection, whose galleries display mixed-media and large-canvas works, including pieces by Francis Bacon and Robert Motherwell. In the elegant stone-walled tasting room, find well-known Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, but also try the Viognier. There's garden service in the warmer months, which is lovely, as Hess overlooks the valley. Make reservations and be prepared to drive a winding road. Bottles are $30 to $100. Public tour 10:30am."

"A wonder of arches, circles, and skylights just 10 miles north of Mill Valley, the Civic Center was Frank Lloyd Wright's largest public…"

"Prepare to gawk and giggle at the wacky Patrick Amiot sculptures gracing front yards along Florence Ave. Fashioned from recycled materials, a hot-rodding rat, a hectic waitress and a witch in midflight are a few of the oversized and demented lawn ornaments parading along the street. Keep an eye out and you'll notice more of these scattered throughout Sebastopol."

"From Thai-style bruschetta to spicy lemongrass shrimp tempura and traditional Northern Thai curry, the menu at SEA Thai Bistro features Thai comfort foods that dynamically blend Asian flavors with seasonal American ingredients. The sleek ambiance, which exudes a feeling of being under the sea, plays off the restaurant's ocean-inspired name — though 'SEA' actually stands for South East Asian cuisine."

"Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Wine and Beer, Table Service, Accepts Credit Car"

"Even though they're open until 8, if you call 15 to 20 minutes before 8 they will not answer the phone line. Even if it was to say we are not able t..."

"We're the place to visit for good ol' fashioned American burgers, shakes, and more!. Come on down and let the good times roll at Ozzie's."

"They were out of the grilled chicken breast, but had "handbreaded chicken". Took 2 bites of my chicken sandwich and didn't get to the chic..."

"Finish your first day strong with dinner at MacArthur Place’s restaurant, Layla. Executive chef Cole Dickinson (who has worked closely with reputable chefs like Wolfgang Puck and the Voltaggio brothers) is creating playful, fresh Mediterranean food in a stunning space right out of a Nancy Meyers movie. The food is creative, but accessible, and not your expected Mediterranean fare."

"The atmosphere and food and really just everything about this place was amazing!. I came here for brunch with a group of girls and we couldn't stop saying how…”more"

"While better known for its sit-down service restaurant, the El Dorado Hotel also boasts a small bar where you can take advantage of the excellent drinks program. On the bottle list, direct your attention to the sections for “interesting” reds and whites, where you’ll find Viognier, Roero Arneis, and Nebbiolo di Barbaresco. The cocktails are equally worthy of investigation, so don’t leave without exploring the entire menu, and then maybe stick around for dinner, too."

"California inspired farm-to-table cuisine make this restaurant a perfect representation of Downtown Sonoma. Their menu currently includes items like the beautiful beet salad and carbonara (shown below), but is always changing thanks to their talented chef, Armando Navarro. The interior of this restaurant is just as gorgeous as its food too!"

"El Dorado Kitchen blends sophisticated urban style with a relaxed wine-country spirit in a setting that is at once simple and dramatic, contemporary and comfortable. The restaurant offers a stunning stone courtyard for outside dining, a relaxing lounge with a fireplace for cocktails, and an...See More"

"The grand old mansion in old town is home to excellent Italian cuisine, showcasing various regions, crafted by owners and husband-and-wife team Marco Diana and Karin Hoehne. Recipes draw from Milano in the north to Sicily in the south, for dishes like seared ahi with home-made ravioli in almond sauce; Sardinian semolina gnocchi with porcini and slowly braised beef; or roasted breast of duck served with sautéed spinach and fingerling potatoes. Dressing up isn't necessary, but makes the meal more fun, as you'll feel extra glamorous in the old-school sophisticated setting with chandeliers, white tablecloths, antique furniture, and gracious gardens."

"For authentic, delicious Italian fare in one of the most beautiful locations in Santa Rosa, head on down to Ca’Bianca, a restaurant opened by husband and wife Marco Diana and Karin Hoehne after they extensively renovated the historic Marshall House, built in 1876. The stunning Victorian property is an absolute joy to dine in with its elegant dining rooms decorated with painted frescoes and illuminated by crystal chandeliers. The menu takes in the full breadth of regional Italian cuisine with dishes like seared ahi tuna on homemade ravioli with an almond sauce and the veal sautéed with prosciutto and sage."

"Literally translated as “white house” in the northern Italian dialect, Ca’Bianca is an intimate and romantic Italian restaurant in Santa Rosa. Located in a restored 19th century Victorian home with a beautiful patio, Ca’Bianca offers a wide range of Italian regional cuisine, from mouthwatering antipasti to house-made pastas and authentic mains."