Petaluma · Sonoma County, CA
Things to do alone in Petaluma
Scout analyzed 39 Petaluma places and surfaced the ones that actually fit solo.
Places analyzed
39
Matches
24
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.3 hr
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Food & Drink
Eggspresso cafe
Food & Drink
PUB REPUBLIC
Family-friendly option serving locally sourced American chow & craft beers in a rustic-chic setting.
Food & Drink
Lagunitas Brewing Company
Lively taproom offering beer tastings, snacks, a retail store & regular live music.
Food & Drink
Rancho Nicasio
Rustic hangout for drinks, live music & American fare like chicken-fried steak, BBQ ribs & meatloaf.
Food & Drink
Twin Oaks Roadhouse
Veteran roadhouse with an Old West vibe & homestyle American staples, plus live music & a courtyard.
Food & Drink
Speakeasy
Seasonal small plates, craft beer & local wines served in small but airy, old-world digs.
Outdoors
Shollenberger Park
This park with 165 acres of wetlands offers paths for walking & cycling, plus a fishing pier.
Outdoors
Walnut Park
Community park with play equipment for different ages, picnic areas & a regular farmers' market.
Nightlife
Taps On The River
Family-friendly option for American grill fare, a large beer selection & a scenic riverside patio.
Outdoors
Ragle Ranch Park
Public park with biking, hiking & equestrian trails, plus picnic areas, playgrounds & a dog park.
Nightlife
McNear's Saloon & Dining House
A broad menu of international eats is served in this old-timey pub attached to a live music venue.
Food & Drink
Seared
Contemporary grill & lounge presenting refined steak & seafood plates, plus classic cocktails.
Nightlife
Wild Goat Bistro
Fixture for seasonal, globally inspired fare, gluten-free dishes & local wines in rustic-chic digs.
Food & Drink
HopMonk Tavern Novato
Eclectic menu of American food in a dynamic brewpub with live music & a diverse selection of beers.
Food & Drink
Washoe House
Outdoors
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
Park noted for its redwood groves & grassy hills offers camping, hiking trails & picnic areas.
Food & Drink
Cucina Paradiso | Ristorante Italiano
Breezy trattoria offering old-school Italian dishes, from pastas to mains, plus a broad wine list.
Food & Drink
Sugo Trattoria
Relaxed, contemporary eatery offering a menu of panini, pasta & locally sourced Italian favorites.
Nightlife
Ayawaska | Petaluma
Ceviche, seafood & modern Peruvian eats paired with cocktails in a lively setting with patio seats.
Nightlife
Cafe Bellini
Outdoors
McNear Park
7.7-acre park with a recreation center & pools, plus sport fields, dog areas, a playground & tennis.
Outdoors
Sonoma Coast State Park
Rugged coastal park with sandy beaches & picturesque headlands plus swimming, camping & picnicking.
Food & Drink
Aqus Café at Foundry Wharf
Low-key cafe offering sandwiches, soups & breakfast fare, plus a range of live music.
Nightlife
Brewsters Beer Garden
Laid-back, open-air beer garden featuring modern BBQ, local craft beers, fire pits & live music.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
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