Okay, this one was tough—narrowing down the best dog-friendly wineries near San Francisco? We’re talking about wine country, after all! But we’ve compiled a great list with the help of California Wine and Travel magazine. So here they are: the top 8 dog-friendly wineries near the city by the bay.
1. Topel Winery and Tasting Room
Topel encourages you to take photos of your dog at the winery and tasting room. They might be featured in the yearly calendar! Photo via Emma’s Paw Prints.
- Take pictures of their dog in the tasting room to potentially be featured in the yearly calendar
- Hosts tons of dog-friendly events
- Dog-friendly, upscale Hotel Healdsburg within walking distance—$150 fee per stay. Check out their dog policies.
2. Russian Hill Estate Winery
You and your dog can enjoy spectacular views from the Russian Hill terrace. Photo via The Extraordinarily Ordinary.
- Dogs allowed in tasting room and terrace
- Bring snacks to enjoy on the terrace with spectacular views
- Russian Hill’s wines are consistently rated 90 points+
- Private events available by reservation
3. Kunde Family Estate Winery
Hike the Kunde Family Estate with the winemaker and his dogs! Photo via USA Today.
- Dogs allowed in tasting rooms and outdoor tasting area
- Go on a dog-friendly hike along the Sonoma Valley floor! This moderate, 4-hour hike costs $60 per person and includes a wine tasting and lunch—a portion of the proceeds goes to charity
4. Mutt Lynch Winery
Photo via winemaps.com
- Motto is “Bark Less, Wag More!”
- Voted the most dog-friendly winery by Bay Woof magazine
- Enjoy events like Yappy Hours, Dog Days of Summer, and the Canine Classic benefit hike/run
- A portion of wine sales goes to local animal rescue organizations
5. The Sonoma Plaza
The dog-friendly Roche Winery is a must-visit on the corner of the Sonoma Plaza. Photo via Wine Explorers.
- One-stop shop with dog-friendly tasting rooms and restaurants
- Great if you want to check out several wineries without driving
- Must visit: Roche Winery
- Dog-friendly Best Western located one block off the square
6. Larson Family Winery
The Larson Family Winery dogs! Photo via Something About Sonoma.
- Dogs allowed everywhere on the grounds
- Visitors are often happily greeted by the winery dogs
- Enjoy the large picnic areas with beautiful views
- Play some Bocce ball on the regulation-size court
7. Buena Vista Winery
Gorgeous, historical winery just 5 minutes from Sonoma Plaza. Dogs allowed in tasting room and outdoor picnic area. Photo via Buena Vista Winery.
- Designated Historic Landmark and California’s oldest premium winery
- Dogs allowed in tasting room and outside picnic area
- Well-behaved dogs allowed to attend Shakespeare play in courtyard
- Dog-friendly annual spring charity event, “Tail Wags and Handbags”
8. Alexander Valley Vineyards
- Dogs welcome on the Vineyard Hike, a guided tour of the vineyards that includes wine tasting and lunch for a $50 fee
- Dogs allowed on the deck and patio with picnic tables, but not in tasting room
The Bottom Line
Northern California is famous for being “Wine Country” and it’s becoming more and more dog-friendly. Some tasting rooms have even gone to the dogs and encourage you to bring your furry friend along. Check out these paw-esome spots, and enjoy some great wine, too!
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