SIGHTSEEING
Welcome to the number one attraction in Vallejo, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. This 135-acre animal theme park is filled with high-speed roller coasters & rides, and it has become the signature of the city. Wildlife attractions are also available here. This place is perfect for sightseeing so prepare yourself to walk around. The staff are very helpful, so you’ll definitely feel welcome. Besides roller coasters, there are many other things to do such as watching shows and animal exhibits. Be ready to get the best experience in your life.
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
DOWNTOWN
If you’re in Vallejo, don’t forget to come at Empress Theater. Located in the downtown of Vallejo, this cozy and old-school theater is offering live music from various genres, also comedy and other performances. The stunning ceiling and decoration of this theater is just another good thing. Other than the theater, there is also a bar that is provided for visitors to enjoy.
Empress Theater
SHOPPING
Gateway Plaza is a good place for shopping. It has unique shopping venues and a one-of-a-kind night life spot. This place also provides a variety of food for locals or tourists. As a family environment, this place has movie theaters and restaurants. Want to try an exciting shopping mall in the city? Vallejo Plaza Shopping Center is the perfect answer. This mall has a cinema and 36 shopping centers. You can find anything you want in this mall. A must visit place in this mall is the restaurant. Seafood City restaurant serves the tastiest seafood ever. You don’t want to miss this one.
Gateway Plaza
Vallejo Plaza Shopping Center
FOOD & DRINK
Seafood is quite famous in this city. You can find seafood cuisines in almost all restaurants in Vallejo. Try delicious cioppino seafood at Front Room at the Wharf restaurant. Quite obvious that alcoholic drinks like cocktail is famous in this city.
CULTURE
Vallejo is known for its naval, the Zodiac Killer mystery, and as the hometown of Bay Area rappers E-40 and Mac Dre. It’s also famous for its wartime history. Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum is a good reference to know more about the history of the city.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Based on the tourist score, the best time to visit Vallejo is from mid-June to mid-September. The weather is warm at this period.
HOTEL
Are you looking for a comfortable hotel near the main attractions of the city? Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley might answer your need. Free high-speed Wi-Fi, fitness center, and outside pool are some of the facilities. The location is a huge bonus as it is near many attractions like Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Solano County Fairgrounds, Mere Island, Napa Valley Wine Country, Sonoma, and more. This is just a perfect match for your staying. Another good hotel to stay is Hampton Inn Vallejo. Situated in a good location, this hotel is near several attractions like Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Napa. Enjoy free breakfast and Wi-Fi, non-smoking rooms, free parking, outdoor park, fitness center, digital key, pet-friendly rooms, and meeting rooms. This good-looking hotel is a very nice place to stay, clean rooms with large bathrooms.
Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley
Hampton Inn Vallejo
RESTAURANT
You have to come and see how this not-so-small Zio Fraedos restaurant has for you. Serving you the tastiest Italian menu, wine, plus stunning picturesque river views, this restaurant has always been favorite for its customers. The services are exceptional. If you want to have a private party, they provide a room for a private party. Booking is required. This restaurant is built and decorated literally like a house with a good atmosphere on the inside. The next restaurant is called Front Room at the Wharf. A relaxing waterfront restaurant offers you a variety of American dishes, a full bar, and occasional live music. Seafood like cioppino is one of the most recommended dishes for you. Have the best time here while enjoying the gorgeous sunset shine through the glasses window as your views.
Zio Fraedos
Front Room at the Wharf
CAFE
Grab some good home-made bread for your breakfast at Joy of Eating Cafe. A nice-looking cafe with a comfortable atmosphere is serving you its hearty American breakfast dishes. Enjoy and see the sunrise while having good meals at Panama Bay Coffee. It's a nice coffee shop near the ferry. This is a solid spot for relaxing before your ferry depart. Have some good coffee and try their pastries.
Joy of Eating Cafe
Panama Bay Coffee
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Chris’ Club is one of the oldest clubs in town. This bar has been serving over 2 million meals. Steak is their signature dish. Pick any steak you want from $10 to $40 and cook it yourself the way you want. Don't forget its delicious oysters! Enjoy your night here and watch a fun live music, too. A great way to spend the night is at the Town House Cocktail Lounge. This cocktail bar has fun vibes and it’s filled with local folks every day, just to have a good old time. It's recommended to visit this bar on Thursday and Saturday because it holds karaoke time. Sing your heart out while various of drinks are available for you.
Chris’ Club
Town House Cocktail Lounge
INTERESTING PLACE
Know more about Vallejo by visiting Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum. It has 5 galleries with the history of Vallejo and the U.S. naval base at Mare Island. This museum is always decorated beautifully for the holiday season. Enjoy a great selection of the gallery and see many details of the country’s events of WW I and II. Brace yourself by riding this challenging Medusa roller coaster. At 3,937 feet, it’s known as the longest and the highest coaster in Northern California and also one of the tallest vertical loops in the world. Save your time and money by ordering your ticket online. Online ticketing is cheaper than buying it directly at the park. Dining and shopping are available in this fun spot. You’ll definitely have the craziest time ever.
Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum
Medusa
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
A beautiful-looking spot to create some good Instagram pictures is Benicia State Recreation Area. It's a grassy hillsides and rocky beaches, nice for walking, jogging, or biking. Come here early, parking is limited and they accept cash payment only. The whole place is always clean. Restrooms are clean and don’t throw trash on the ground because many trash cans available. Come and enjoy the scent of the sunset at Alfred Zampa Memorial Bridge. This bridge is a pair of parallel bridges spanning the Carquinez Strait at the northeastern end of San Francisco Bay. With beautiful views from this place, you can take unique-angled pictures. Let that photographer side of you shine everywhere.
Benicia State Recreation Area
Alfred Zampa Memorial Bridge
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