#1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine Tasting & History Tour (Public Tour)

About this activity

Discover the best of Sonoma on this award-winning small-group food, wine, and history tour through the iconic Sonoma Plaza. Skip the crowded bus tours and experience Sonoma like a local as you explore the town’s vibrant culinary scene, historic landmarks, and charming architecture on a guided walking tour designed for food and wine lovers.

The Sonoma Food Tour is a 3-hour immersive tasting experience that combines local cuisine, wine tasting, cocktails, and Sonoma history into one unforgettable afternoon. Stroll approximately 1 mile through the historic Sonoma Plaza while enjoying a progressive lunch featuring hand-selected tastings from locally owned restaurants, specialty food shops, and artisan producers.

Enjoy California Mexican cuisine, artisan cheeses, olive oils, handcrafted chocolates, ice cream, one curated wine tasting, one seasonal cocktail. All food, beverages and guide services are included in the tour price — there are no hidden fees or additional tasting charges.

Itinerary

1. Sonoma · 180 min

   Come to Sonoma in the Wine Country to enjoy a Walking Food, Wine & History Tour

2. Sonoma Food Tour · pass by

   Enjoy our progressive lunch around the beautiful, historic Sonoma Plaza. All food, wine, cocktail and local guide are included. You will have so much fun on the tour and also meeting other guests who love food, wine & history!

3. Depot Park Museum · pass by

   Welcome guests and learn about the Italian & European immigration to Sonoma and the early wine industry

4. Sonoma Plaza · pass by

   Walk around the beautiful Sonoma Plaza while learning some history and architecture along the way

5. Mission San Francisco Solano · pass by

   Learn about the Spanish and Mexican heritage in Sonoma and the Missions in California

6. Sonoma Barracks · pass by

   Historic Barracks

7. Raising of the Bear Flag · pass by

   Learn where and how California became a state, the raising of the Bear Flag and some more history about the town of Sonoma

8. Figone Olive Oil Company · pass by

   Taste some amazing locally-made olive oils and balsamic vinegars

9. Sebastiani Theatre · pass by

   Sonoma's Historic Theater founded by a local Italian

10. Highwayman 12 Vineyards and Winery · pass by

    We stop for a tasting at this locally owned winery

11. Wine Country Chocolates · pass by

    Stop by their local Sonoma Plaza tasting room for some delicious locally-made chocolate.

12. Sonoma Valley · pass by

    On the tour, your guide will give you recommendations of other things to do in the Sonoma Valley

13. Williams-Sonoma · pass by

    Learn more about Chuck William famous original, heritage Williams Sonoma store

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: The tour ENDS in the Sonoma Plaza. The Tour STARTS @ 270 1st St West (see meeting point directions)

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Minimum drinking age is 21 years
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Gluten Free - We are not able to accommodate at all the stops
• Lactose Intolerant - We are not able to accommodate at all the stops
• Minimum of 4 guests needed to hold the tour. If there are less than 4 guests, the tour will have to be cancelled (sorry) and it will be cancelled "due to bad weather" since Viator does not provide an appropriate reason for the small tour operator to cancel the tour.
• Must be able to walk a mile with stops along the way
• Cork & Compass LLC dba Sonoma Food Tour
• You must sign a waiver before the tour begins. There will be a link in the booking confirmation & reminder email.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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