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Healdsburg
Healdsburg is located in the heart of California’s Wine Country and it 70 miles (110 km) north of the Golden Gate Bridge. It is right at the confluence of the Russian River, Alexander Valley and Dry Creek Valley in northern Sonoma County.
Healdsburg has been compared to Tuscany by many for its beauty. There are many things to do in Healdsburg. You can try the local cuisine in innumerous restaurants, go shopping, look for antiques and you can even do wine tasting. There are many historic homes in Healdsburg and you can always take a walking tour to discover these beautifully preserved and restored home. A walk through Dry Creek Valley and Alexander Valley will take you to farms, wineries, studios and galleries.
A family outing in Healdsburg would be incomplete without a picnic under the Redwood trees in the many parks that there in this area. For bike enthusiasts there is the Harvest Century Bicycle Tour every July and if that is not exciting enough, you can experience the thrills of hot air balloon rides that take you through vineyards and expanses of rolling hillsides.
The Russian River flows through Healdsburg and you can spend a day lazing on the pristine beaches, swimming, canoeing and kayaking. Whale watching, bird watching and rock climbing are some other activities that will keep you busy in Healdsburg. San Francisco, Napa Valley, Mendocino, and Redwood Empire are easily accessible.
If you are wine lover and want to taste premium Californian wines then Healdsburg is the place to be. It is centrally located and you can access over 100 wineries and tasting rooms. You have the option of taking a self-guided tour of the wineries in Healdsburg or you can get a qualified tour guide to you palatial European-style wineries or rustic small ones.
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