Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Bodega Bay Area

"Located slightly north and west of downtown proper, Coddingtown is easily accessed from Highway 101, and covers all your shopping bases, including a very popular Nordstrom's Rack and Macy's on one end and an extensive Whole Foods and JC Penny on the other with a midpoint anchor of Target. It's easy to make your way to your favorite shops and to enjoy some really excellent food — including Sea Noodle Bar, Jack's Urban Eats, and a sizable take out section at Whole Foods with hot and cold foods and a salad bar. The bottom line: there's no reason to 'shop 'til you drop' in Santa Rosa."

"Established in 1967, the Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers Market is a market where farmers, ranchers and artisan food producers gather to sell their delicious wares to eagerly awaiting gourmands, aficionados and food lovers. Being a ‘certified’ farmers market guarantees that all the produce is as fresh as it gets, from fruit and vegetables, honey, eggs and flowers, to meat and poultry products, all of which are grown locally. The market is open year-round on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm and offers a fantastic chance to stroll around in your own time, take in the sights, sounds and smells and chat with the vendors."

"The Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers Market was founded over 20 years ago and is known as a place where local ranchers and growers come together to showcase the best of the local produce from sunny California. If you love food and enjoy sampling local delicacies then this is definitely not to be missed and you can pick up items like fruits and vegetables as well as cheeses, homemade goods, and even arts and crafts items like candles."

"Established over two decades ago to celebrate the spirit of Sonoma County, Santa Rosa's Wednesday Night Market is the county’s premier Farmer's Market and Street Fair. Held every night over a three-month period during the summer, the market is located in downtown Santa Rosa. It is a gathering of locals and visitors who come to sample food, cold drinks and listen to live entertainment."

"The Wednesday Night Market in Santa Rosa has been in operation for over 20 years and is a mixture of a traditional farmers market and a street style fair. The night market runs during the summer months in Santa Rosa so make sure that you don’t miss it if you are in town, and you can expect to find lots of delicious food here as well as live music, dancing, and some delicious drinks."

"Located right downtown, within easy walking distance of both Courthouse Square and Railroad Square, on B Street between First and Sixth streets. There are over 100 stores available, but a few are worth special note: Lush Cosmetics offers products made from fresh organic fruit and vegetables with pure essential oils. If you love music and pop culture, visit Hot Topic — from the in-store events to band T-shirts and body jewelry, they've got you covered."

"Santa Rosa Plaza is the premiere shopping destination in Sonoma County, offering unparalleled choice and shops found nowhere else in the North Bay. A trip to wine country would not be complete without a visit to Santa Rosa Plaza!"

"Upstairs Art Gallery displays original paintings, collage, photography, fine art prints, jewelry, fused glass, raku pottery, turned-wood vessels, bird carvings, and textiles created by Sonoma County artists; the gallery is located in a mezzanine that looks out over the Levin & Company bookstore."

"Restaurateurs Kyle and Katina Connaughton finessed every last detail of the combination restaurant and luxury inn. They planted their own five-acre SingleThread Farm property between the Russian River and the historic San Lorenzo Ranch nearby, and established a 3,000-square-foot rooftop garden above the restaurant, both dedicated to growing boutique ingredients for the food and cocktail menus. The concept is kaiseki - elaborate multicourse meals crafted as art - and donabe - rustic clay pot cooking."

"Staying in one of the five Japan-inspired rooms atop the Michelin-starred SingleThread restaurant is a lot like staying in the owners’ home. Chef Kyle Connaughton prepares breakfast for every guest; his wife, Katina, curates all of the amenities and touches in the rooms. The result is a bespoke Healdsburg lodging experience at the far reaches of luxury and comfort."

"Famous for being the home of renowned horticulturist, Luther Burbank Home and Gardens in California pay homage to the place where he lived and worked for over 50 year, as well as his horticultural genius. Born in 1849, Luther Burbank was famous for his plant breeding experiments - he introduced more than 800 new varieties of plants to the world, including fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains that we grow and eat today. The house and gardens are a Registered National, State & City Historic Landmark and showcase Luther Burbank’s work over his time in Santa Rosa."

"The Luther Burbank Home and Gardens belonged to Luther Burbank who lived here for more than 50 years. Burbank was known for his love of experimenting with breeding different plants. This unique home is now a museum which you can wander at your leisure."

"A small but significant garden and history walk. Well labeled, constantly being improved and valued by the city. Worth going to for a short walk in a beautiful garden, and a bit of history."

"The Railroad Square Historic District is the historic heart of what used to be the city’s ‘Old Town’, and is now a beautiful center of preservation and heritage surrounded by architectural gems, quaint stores, antique shops, busy restaurants and vibrant cafés. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Railroad Square has a number of beautifully restored and preserved buildings that echo the bygone era of the railroad age, and charming stores selling items and antiques. The square boasts plenty of things to see and do, as well as places to dine and enjoy a drink."

"Spinster Sisters feels right at home in Santa Rosa’s Arts District. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the menu features everything from house-made bagels with lox and wilted kale salad to Tortilla Española and red curry mussels, celebrating global flavors while highlighting the bounty of Sonoma County."

"The Railroad Square Historic District is the original center of Santa Rosa in days past. This area has been preserved as a heritage site. Now you will find memorabilia around the square as well as an abundance of cafe and bars."

"Healdsburg Center for the Arts is a community nonprofit presenting about eight shows a year, including an annual members show, and a Young Artists show displaying work by local students."

"I had just had eye surgery and the nicest young lady helped me to get my order quickly and even offered to take it to my car."