Sonoma: Things To Do

Charles M. Schulz Museum Current and rotating exhibitions, documentary and cartoon screenings, and original artworks by Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz, who lived in Santa Rosa. 2301 Hardies Ln.; 707-579-4452; www.schulzmuseum.org
family | culture | museum

Fort Ross State Historic Park Experience stunning coastal views and fascinating California history at this early-19th-century Russian trading outpost. 19005 Coast Hwy. One; 707-847-3286; www.fortrossstatepark.org
family | hiking | tour | historic

Hot Air Ballooning After soaring high above Sonoma County’s patchwork of vineyards in a hot air balloon, enjoy a gourmet champagne brunch at the Kendall-Jackson winery. Just outside Santa Rosa; Windsor; Up & Away Ballooning, Sonoma County Airport; 707-836-0171; www.up-away.com
family | romantic | smart splurge

Jack London State Historic Park Explore the museum, surviving buildings, and vast grounds of American author Jack London’s homestead; weekend tours explain the history and ecology of the park. 2400 London Ranch Rd.; 707-938-5216; www.jacklondonpark.com
family | culture | museum | historic

Kings Hill Cellars Sort, crush, and press your favorite grape varietal alongside a master winemaker; then design the bottle/label and attend a bottling party. They’ll even store your extra vino for two years. 3404 Kings Hill Rd.; 707-538-0404; www.kingshillcellars.com
family | wine tasting | smart splurge

Lake Sonoma/Warm Springs Dam Surrounded by vineyards, this beautiful lake and 18,000-acre park is ideal for hiking, camping, horseback riding, fishing, swimming, and other outdoor activities. 3333 Skaggs Springs Rd.; www.parks.sonoma.net
family | hiking | swimming

Luther Burbank Gardens Explore the former home, greenhouse, and gardens of notable horticulturist Luther Burbank through self-guided and docent-led tours. Santa Rosa Ave. at Sonoma Ave.; 707-524-5445; www.lutherburbank.org
family | museum | gardens

Vintage Aircraft Company Soar over Sonoma in a vintage open-cockpit biplane; 20- and 40-minute tours are available, starting at $150 for a single passenger. 23982 Arnold Dr.; 707-938-2444; www.vintageaircraft.com
tour | smart splurge