Railroad Square Historic District — Attraction in Santa Rosa

This is one of my favorite parts of Santa Rosa. There is so much there, so much diversity and community. This was the transportation hub of all of Sonoma County and it will hopefully be more important again once the SMART Trains start actually carrying people. It was were much of the commerce took place for the entire County. While it is not the hub it once was, it is still culturally and economically important. It has fine energy and perfect examples of great local business, like the West End Farmers Market, Toad in the Whole Pub, The Arlene Francis Center and Bike Monkey and not so great. It is a hub of small businesses taking part in keeping things happy and healthy while making a living and with the perhaps necessary accents of big goofy Corp Business that is the antithesis of what make this...

"This is a beautiful and thoughtfully curated place that truly captures the significance of the railroad in America's history and development. The exhibits showcase well-preserved historical artifacts and pieces of Americana, offering a rich, hands-on glimpse into the past.

The docents are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, providing insightful context and stories that bring the history to life. The entire space is clean, well-maintained, and inviting, making it both fun and educational for visitors of all ages. Whether you're a history buff or just curious, this place offers an engaging and memorable...

The historic district is a lovely place to take a walk. Grab a coffee at Flying Goat Coffee and if you are hungry stop in at Chevys for delicious Mexican food. Be sure to stop at the visitors center across the street. They have friendly people there who will tell you all about the Valley. We picked up some 2 for 1 wine tastings and other coupons while there. There is also a delicious Italian restaurant, an antique mall and other stores along 4th st. Be sure to check out the Historic hotel around the corner and eat breakfast at...