25 REASONS TO VISIT PASO ROBLES
1. Wine Tasting - There are over 170 wineries in the Paso Robles
AVA. Go to www.pasowine.com
for all the latest information, winery profiles and wine event
descriptions.
2. Food - It is said that where there is good
wine, good food will follow. Our chefs shop the farmer's market and
rush back to their kitchens to prepare the evening's additions.
Local wines bubble on the burner with a mix of organic herbs for
reduction sauces of intense and gratifying flavor. Locally-made
crème fraiche tops a bowl of berries that were still attached to the
vine this morning. And then there are the tacos...
3. Hospitality - Most visitors are surprised by the warm welcome and
sincere hospitality they experience upon their first visit to Paso
Robles and returning guests love being treated like a member of the
family. We have many hotels, motels and luxurious bed and breakfast
inns to choose from.
www.visitpaso.com.
4. Golf -
Hunter Ranch Golf
Course is the only 4½ star golf course in the area. Other public
courses include
River
Oaks, the
Paso Robles Golf Club, and
The Links.
5. Shopping - Paso Robles’ downtown shopping
district is an attraction in itself. Beautifully restored historical
buildings house handmade fabrics, fine women’s clothing,
locally-made olive oil and more. In addition to an eclectic mix of
gift items and unique home decor, you will find friendly wine
tasting rooms, restaurants and gourmet food and wine shops. You can
find antiques, original works of art, hard-to-find musical
instruments and so much more. Come see why locals and visitors alike
love to shop in Paso Robles.
6. Music - Every Friday night during the summer, enjoy our
Twilight
Concerts in the Park. Also, you can take in more intimate concerts
at The Wine Attic,
Castoro Cellars, and at
Matt’s Music
all year long.
7.
Agricultural Adventures - pick berries in season or a fresh bouquet of flowers, watch a Wild
West show, stay on a working farm, and enjoy the truly sensational
flavor of an heirloom tomato or basil beer. The list is endless and
unique. To find an adventure in or around Paso Robles, go to
www.agadventures.org
8. Farmer’s Markets
- Some of the best produce in the world is
grown right here on the Central Coast and can be found at our
farmer’s markets. Check the website for days and times.
9.
Lake Nacimiento -
whether you want to ski, wakeboard, camp, fish, or just cruise, this
is one beautiful place to do it, all year long. You can bring your
own gear or rent it all when you arrive.
10. The Ravine Water Park
- You would think that this would be the province of children, but
adults are having the time of their lives here, as well.
11.
Zinfandel Festival - Every March, wine lovers from all over the
country come together to enjoy the distinct character of the
Zinfandel grape and experience the annual commemorative blend and
Grand Tasting.
12. Hospice du Rhone
- The largest Rhone tasting in the world and the ONLY one that kicks
off with a bowling tournament. This event happens the first
week of May each year and features wineries from all over the world
who specialize in Rhone wines.
13.
Paso
Robles Wine Festival - Thrown annually on the third weekend in
May, our Wine Festival is the largest outdoor wine tasting event in
California. Nearly 100 wineries pour samples of their wine. Tasting
rooms welcome new and returning guests with fun events all weekend
long.
14. Natural Beauty - Each of the four seasons in
Paso Robles offers stunning natural beauty. Green winter hills,
vivid pink and white almond blossoms in the spring, lush vineyards
in the summer and brilliant fall colors. Pack a picnic, pick one of
our back roads and enjoy.
15. Hot Springs - The hot mineral springs that originally made Paso
Robles famous are experiencing a resurgence. And the good news is,
new technology has taken the smell out but left all the good stuff
in. Check out River
Oaks Hot Springs and Spa, the
Paso Robles Inn, and
Franklin Hot Springs.
16.
Firestone Walker Brewery - It’s here and it’s ours. We couldn’t be more proud of Firestone
Walker being voted “Best Beer in America” by Men’s Journal for 2006.
Take a tour and have a taste, you may just agree with that
statement.
17. All year round the
Paso
Robles Event Center hosts world-class equestrian events in
addition to the California Mid-State Fair. Spectators are welcome at
all events, and admission is usually free, so come on down.
18.
Olive Festival - Each August, this event features regional olive growers, olive oil
producers, olive and olive oil tasting, local wineries and breweries
for a day of epicurean delights. Cooking demonstrations and a
head-to-head cook-off of local chefs will be held in the Gazebo in
the Downtown City Park.
19. Pasolivo/Willow Creek Olive
Ranch - One of the pre-eminent olive oils in the country is
produced right here in Paso Robles. You can take a tour of the
facility any weekend, experience harvest in the fall and taste their
award-winning olive oil any time of the year.
20.
Oaktoberfest - Our local winemakers contend that it takes a lot of good beer to
make good wine. Come celebrate beer with us, in true German
Oktoberfest fashion (except it happens in September!), complete with
Beer Olympics, beer maids and giant draft horses.
21.
A Movie in a Vineyard - You've seen it in old Italian
movies - this romantic and fun evening under the stars is perfect in
Paso Robles wine country. At select wineries throughout the summer,
enjoy a movie under the stars and an Italian dinner in a picnic
basket, complete with wine. Limited seating ensures a night to
remember.
22.
Children’s Museum -
This proud addition to the
downtown is housed in the former volunteer firehouse. Interactive
displays will include a giant oak tree, a pizza oven, little
theater, a grape stomp and firefighter paraphernalia.
23.
Harvest Wine
Tour - Held the third weekend in October every year, wineries
large and small throw open their doors and invite the public to
celebrate the harvest with them. There’s a great chance that you
will meet the person that made the wine you are drinking on this
weekend.
24.
Paso Gathering - This show and sale celebrates the art and soul of the cowboy way
of life. Hand-crafted leather goods, tack, saddles, silver and boots
are showcased along with western art of all kinds. First week of
November.
25. Vine Street Victorian Showcase - On the second Saturday every
December, the beautiful Victorian homes on Vine Street are the
lighted backdrop for an evening of old fashioned fun. Carolers,
dancers, storytellers, musicians and more come out to celebrate the
holidays. You should, too.
See more City activities, classes, and events in our
Recreation Services Department!
Missions: San Miguel and San Antonio are two of the
historic Missions in the immediate area:
Mission San Miguel Arcangel
www.californiamissions.com
Mission Street
San Miguel, CA
(805) 467-3256
Mission San
Antonio de Padua
Mission Creek Road
Jolon, CA 93928
(831) 385-4478
Hearst Castle: Goal of about one million visitors each
year, the Castle is a pleasant 45-minute drive from Paso Robles. For
details, visit the new
Hearst Castle website.
Coastal California: Paso Robles is about 30-45 minutes
drive from the coastal communities of San Simeon, Cambria, Cayucos,
and Morro Bay.
The
scenic route of Highway 46 West takes you to Highway 1 and the coast
side towns. Along the coast, Highway 1 extends north to Big
Sur and Monterey and to the south past Morro Bay is Montana de Oro
State Park.
Other County Attractions:
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is
about 30 minutes drive south on Highway 101, as is the City of San
Luis Obispo. Further south along Highway 101 lie Avila Beach and
Pismo Beach. East from Paso Robles is the historic James Dean
Memorial, site of periodic car rallies. To the north lies Monterey
County and Camp Roberts Military Reservation. Additional information
is available from the
SLO
County Visitors & Conference Bureau, 1037 Mill Street, San Luis
Obispo, CA 93401, (805) 541-8000.
To add an Event Listing contact Tourism Promotions at (805)
227-7236 or send an email to the
Tourism Coordinator.
Back To Top
