Activities

Your Benicia Adventure Awaits

The Best of Benicia,

At Your Doorstep

From historic landmarks and art galleries to waterfront dining, discover the charm of our city—all just a short stroll away.

Discover the Soul of a Waterfront City

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Sightseeing

The Union Hotel, California’s oldest of its size, features antique rooms, vintage wallpaper, a 19th-century carved bar, and stained glass ceiling.

Buildings on stilts over water.
Benicia State Capitol

Strolling up the First Street, stop at the State Capitol.

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Hiking

Take pedestrian and bike trails along the waterfront stretching from Benicia Marina to West 14th Street.

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Sailing

Anchor your yacht or boat at the Benicia Wharf. 

Palette and paintbrush.
Art Appreciation

Visit numerous art galleries and studios located downtown.

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Relaxation

Enjoy your health and beauty at the Courtyard Salon and Spa conveniently located across the D street from the Union Hotel.

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Dining

Benicia is famous for numerous outstanding restaurants of various ethnic origins, notably, American Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Chinese, and English.

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Shopping

Benicia is home to elegant boutiques shops and antique shops.

Surroundings

Discover the best of the Bay Area. From our doors, the unforgettable landmarks of San Francisco and the world-class wineries of Napa Valley are within easy reach for a perfect day-long excursion.

Glass of white wine amidst yellow flowers and green foliage.

Napa Wine Country

30-40 minute drive from the hotel to the Napa Wineries
Picnic table set beneath a tree in a meadow, green tablecloth, chairs, food, and flowers.

Sonoma Wine Country

30-40 minute drive from teh hotel to Sonoma Wineries
Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, reddish-orange against a misty sky and water.

San Francisco

Take a ferry from Vallejo to San Francisco with select trips to Mare Island. 60 minute-transit.
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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom of Vallejo

10-20 minute drive from the Union Hotel
Water slides at a water park with blue, tan, and red tubes on a sunny day.
Aerial view of colorful water park with pools, slides, and people enjoying the attractions.
Race car in pit lane, red with yellow accents, parked near crew members and garages, blue sky overhead.