We were in visiting San Francisco Ventura and my daughter is really wanting to come to Charles M…read moreSchultz Museum, for a couple years now. Peanuts are her favorite, it's about 50 to an hour drive with traffic. Very easy to get to once we were there. It's in a beautiful little neighborhood. Plenty of parking. The museum itself has a lot of interesting things to read about and the history of Charles and how he started some interesting things I had never knew. The gift shop is very small not much to purchase. But we did discover if you cross the way there's an ice rink and they sell snacks there and then next to that there's a store that has tons of peanut merchandise.

The cutest little museum and a MUST do for Peanuts fans!!!…read more My wife and I took a trip to Santa Rosa, specifically for this museum. The museum is rather small, but is very well done. The entire Schulz campus, including the gift shop and the ice rink is an experience. You will want to give yourself a few hours to fully experience this place. Up stairs, there is an area where you can sit and color and also trace your favorite peanut characters. They provide all the supplies to make your own paper Snoopy Dog House. It is very cute. The museum as several great picture opportunities throughout the museum. Even the bathrooms are themed with Peanuts characters on the tiles. In addition to enjoying the museum, I also highly recommend doing the "Peanuts on Parade". There are Peanut status all throughout the Santa Rosa area. Over 100 of them!!! We challenged ourself to find and take a picture with all of them. We got about 120 before we ran out of time. It's free, other than your time and gas to drive around, but it was an extended part of the Peanuts experience that we absolutely enjoyed.

Be Still My Art Art…read moreand history museum located in the heart of Downtown Santa Rosa that's been celebrating the region's history and art scene for over forty years (ca. 1985). The Good: *More than the name implies, as it's not just a history museum but also an art museum, as well as a sculpture garden. *Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. *$12/adult, $10/senior, and $6/kid makes this an inexpensive option for things to do, especially on a rainy day. *The art section of this museum is truly incredible. There were some truly beautiful pieces of art on display here that left us mesmerized. The Meh: *Only open Wed - Sun. *The history section of this museum was just OK, but maybe it just didn't hold up to the art portion. The Ugly: *Paid street parking only. Conclusion: Great little museum to come check out when visiting the area and a good way to kill an hour or two.

There wasn't a whole lot to see here when we were there but the staffer was really pleasant. Only…read moreone other person in there so it was pretty quiet. It was nice to see what they have and there was a variety of styles to enjoy including interactive. I always like to check out what I can when I'm visiting a new area so this was a nice addition. It's pretty small though so don't plan on it taking up much of your day. Still worth it if you have the time.

Got it--here's a sharper, more satirical version that still lands well as a review:…read more We visited the Sonoma Children's Museum and quickly learned it's less "children's museum" and more "rule enforcement training facility." At the water play area, my child took off his shoes (you know... at a water feature), and we were immediately told he could only use his hands--not his feet. I explained this to him, he was listening, all good... or so I thought. A few minutes later, the same staff member circled back like we were committing a repeat offense, and then a supervisor came rushing out like there was an actual emergency. In front of everyone, she asked my son, "Where is your parent?"--which felt unnecessarily dramatic and honestly a bit humiliating for a kid who was doing his best to follow directions. Then came the lecture. I got a full, very intense Public reprimand and rundown about hand, foot, and mouth disease, delivered with the urgency of a public health crisis... over a kid standing near water without shoes on. Look, I understand hygiene and safety. But the energy here was wildly disproportionate. It felt less like a place for kids to explore and more like a place where adults hover, monitor, and correct every move. If your idea of a fun outing involves being policed over minor things, you'll love it. If you're hoping for a relaxed, kid-friendly environment... maybe adjust expectations.

Super cute museum! My son is 7 and autistic. They have headphones available if you need them. We…read morealways bring ours but LOVE that they offer this accommodation for kids who have sensory sensitivities. The outdoor and indoor areas of the museum are sooo packed with lots for kids to explore, learn, play, and engage. One of my son's favorite activities was the outdoor water play area. There's also bikes to ride, two classrooms for art and block play, a huge outdoor area for snacks and climbing around, a mud garden / kitchen, and also an indoor area that is more typical of a children's museum but so well kept and clean. My son loved the train tracks inside, the space section, the fruit tubes, and over-all it was a lovely location and I'd happily go back.

We lucked out with a break in the rainy weather so we could enjoy walking around the Pacific Coast…read moreAir Museum to enjoy all of their displays. It was fun talking to all of the volunteers on site about the interesting stories they had about the planes, activities and learning more about the history of the planes on site. The planes aren't open to walk in during rainy weather but are open during certain times of the year so be sure to check that out before you go in case it is something you want to do. They also have some hot dog days if that is of interest to you as well. Many of the planes and helicopters they have on site are in impressive condition and some need some maintenance or a new paint job. It is wonderful to know that our donations go toward maintaining everything on site. All of the volunteers we saw that day were all so friendly and obviously enjoy what they do. As we understand it, they will be relocating in the future so we look forward to returning to the museum for another visit and to see what they do with all of the interesting artifacts they currently have on display. It was fun to see some of the old airplane seats that used to have the ashtrays and sound dials for music in the arm rest. That was a fun memory to reflect on from our flying days from waaaaay back when! Parking was so convenient as it was right outside the entrance. Make sure you check their calendar so you go on days they're open. Please consider making a donation to help the museum continue growing and maintaining everything they have. Go check them out when you have a chance! It was fun to see so many planes in such a small area! Bet it's really interesting to see how they rearrange the layout from time to time!

I actually rather enjoy machinery museums so I made a point to come here. There were so many…read moreaircraft and it was really cool because you could get inside a few. What really made this great was we happen to come on a day when they have a bunch of old timers here talking about the planes. They were so friendly and knew so much. It's great to get info from people that actually flew planes, some just like the ones they have here. If you can go on one of those scheduled dates I highly recommend it because they really bring a lot to the experience. If not it's a great chance to check out several styles of aircraft, get some pics, and learn on your own. Make the trip if you're into this sort of thing at all.

I had seen this beautiful church and I needed to stop and take a few pictures. I'm a little bummed…read moreout that we could not go inside, but according to somebody that was walking by it hasn't been open for a very long time. It's in a beautiful area and the church itself is gorgeous. I love the stained glass windows the color the architecture of it. It's pretty amazing. I wish I could find out more information about it.

What? No one has ever YELP! -ed this museum?…read more This place is a hold over from yesteryear. A gallery of long forgotten oddities. Presented in a style that really went out of style in the 1960's. See photos of 2 headed snakes. Read a story about a farmer who had his arthritis magically cured when he was run over by his own tractor. The building was built from the lumber of a single redwood tree. A hoot for an hour of fun. If your tastes are tame and you appreciate old timey atmosphere, you'll enjoy a visit.

We were passing through on vacation and this place caught my attention had to stop to check it out…read moreglad I did. It was a very nice historic home and had a beautiful garden Lots of facts around the place explains what things are and even the history of the gentleman that lived and Is buried there. Enjoyed exploring I loved that you can hear the facts online while looking around.

A darling, historic home and garden open for a casual stroll just minutes from the historic…read moredowntown area. We enjoyed the grounds, and spent about 30 minutes here during our time exploring Santa Rosa. I highly recommend going, and booking the guided tour if it's available when you go!

A hidden gem in Santa Rosa! The California Indian Museum and Cultural Center offers a powerful and…read morerespectful look into the history and traditions of California's Native communities. The exhibits are thoughtful and well-curated, especially the one on Ishi and the cradle baskets. The space is small but meaningful, and the staff was welcoming and knowledgeable. A worthwhile stop if you're in the area!

We came from Sacramento with the intentions to visit this museum. I had messaged requesting a time…read morethat was not available and I forgot to schedule a "time". We got into town and I called the museum, they did not have any time time available but told us to come on . They made an accommodation. My toddler enjoyed looking and trying to unlocking the cases. The museum was great and bigger then I had expected. The gift shop was awesome too! It was nice to see brands such as NTVS, the old Native Threads before Amy and her sister took over, also seeing the hand made jewelry from California Natives. I did recognize the jewelry even without the labels. It was a bummer that this museum is not apart of the museum for all when my husband asked. Someone should look into that and the museum be removed from the list.

We are so fortunate to have this enchanting ice rink right here in our county! I've enjoyed this…read morevenue for many years--taking adult lessons, hosting parties, attending their fabulous ice shows, and skating during the holidays when the decorations are simply magical. Snoopy's Ice Arena appeals to all ages! The Warm Puppy Café is absolutely adorable and offers a nice variety of menu options. It can get busy, but it's truly a charming and delightful spot to visit.

Had the Snoopy hot chocolate and it was exactly what you want on a chilly day--like a warm hug in a…read morecup. Rich, comforting, and just the right amount of sweetness. The whipped cream on top adds a lovely, creamy texture that makes every sip even better. Simple, cozy, and absolutely satisfying!