Pleasanton CA is, without a doubt, a fantastic place to call home. It’s been named one of the finest places to live by Forbes and CNN Money. Spend even just a minute downtown and you’ll see why: Meticulously kept structures and charming storefronts give the place a historic beauty, drawing in guests who seek a reprieve from the urban jungle.
Planning a vacation or considering moving to town? Pleasanton has plenty of enthralling activities year-round.
Stroll through Downtown Pleasanton
One of the city’s plenty attractions, if not its main draw, is stunning Downtown Pleasanton. Tree-lined streets, quaint cafés, and over 600 businesses give both visitors and locals a peek into the heart of the town.
Discover local flavors at the weekly farmers market
Every Saturday, from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M., local farmers gather to sell the season’s freshest produce, meats, and cheeses. Stock up your pantry, sample something new, and enjoy the neighborly company while you’re at it.
Sip the best Chardonnay in the valley
Few wineries can say they have award-winning drinks and breathtaking views to match, but few wineries are like the Rubino Estates, which sells a stunning catalog of Californian-Italian varietals you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in the valley. From Zinfandels to Barberas, Rubino has a blend that can make a wine lover out of anyone. Even pets.
Learn Tri-Valley history
Dive deep into Pleasanton’s past when you head to The Museum on Main Street or MoMS. The stationary and traveling museum tells the Tri-Valley history through interactive art installments, films, and rare artifacts.
Join the annual festival, or tour the fairgrounds
Come June, the city begins preparations for the annual Alameda County Fair, an epic 19-day festival held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Catch a glimpse of competitive horseracing or have a bite of local grub at this massive spectacle.
Visit any other month, though, and the place is just as vibrant. The 270-acre facility hosts trade shows and live entertainment and is a fantastic venue for 9-hole golf.
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