Richmond's Top Attractions
Nightlife
This bar is about 5 minutes down the hill from our home. They have a delicious speciality cocktail menu, as well as a selection of great locally brewed beers and a wonderfully curated wine list. The drinks are fantastic, but the ambiance is where it's at! They have really great patio tables surrounded by beautiful blooming flowers year round. They also have heat lamps which make the setting cozy and comfortable. There is a really great local food truck that is parked right outside in case you need a small snack. I highly recommend this place!
The Factory Bar
12517 San Pablo AvenueThis bar is about 5 minutes down the hill from our home. They have a delicious speciality cocktail menu, as well as a selection of great locally brewed beers and a wonderfully curated wine list. The drinks are fantastic, but the ambiance is where it's at! They have really great patio tables surrounded by beautiful blooming flowers year round. They also have heat lamps which make the setting cozy and comfortable. There is a really great local food truck that is parked right outside in case you need a small snack. I highly recommend this place!
Food scene
This is a local favorite for the best quality roasted coffee. They are about a 5 minute drive down the hill, and they have a small outdoor patio for seating. They have a small selection of pastries and breakfast burritos. They roast their own coffee beans and have many delicious brews to choose from.
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Catahoula Coffee Co
12472 San Pablo AveThis is a local favorite for the best quality roasted coffee. They are about a 5 minute drive down the hill, and they have a small outdoor patio for seating. They have a small selection of pastries and breakfast burritos. They roast their own coffee beans and have many delicious brews to choose from.
City/town information
Richmond is a vibrant city steeped in rich history from World War II. Situated on both San Francisco Bay and the San Pablo Bay, it is a great location for commuting to the city. Stop by Rosie the Riveter, catch the Richmond ferry to the city, take an art class at the Richmond Art Center, or hike one of the many amazing trails in Wildcat Canyon. With the mild Mediterranean climate year round, and amazing bay views, you can always find something fun to get into in Richmond!
Richmond
Richmond is a vibrant city steeped in rich history from World War II. Situated on both San Francisco Bay and the San Pablo Bay, it is a great location for commuting to the city. Stop by Rosie the Riveter, catch the Richmond ferry to the city, take an art class at the Richmond Art Center, or hike one of the many amazing trails in Wildcat Canyon. With the mild Mediterranean climate year round, and amazing bay views, you can always find something fun to get into in Richmond!
Activities
If you love art, you must check out this place! The Richmond Art Center has excellent teachers, and a really great catalog of art classes to take. They are about a 10 minute drive from our home, and they offer many one day workshops. They have a nicely curated gallery to check out and often host fun events. Check them out at https://richmondartcenter.org.
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Richmond Art Center
2540 Barrett AveIf you love art, you must check out this place! The Richmond Art Center has excellent teachers, and a really great catalog of art classes to take. They are about a 10 minute drive from our home, and they offer many one day workshops. They have a nicely curated gallery to check out and often host fun events. Check them out at https://richmondartcenter.org.
Sightseeing
To really understand Richmond and it's history, you must check out the Rosie the Riveter National Historic Park. This is a small but fun museum packed with interesting stories surrounding Rosie the Riveter. There is a beautiful walk down the shoreline to see monuments as well, it is well worth your time to spend a day here!
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Rosie the Riveter National Historical Park
1414 Harbour Way STo really understand Richmond and it's history, you must check out the Rosie the Riveter National Historic Park. This is a small but fun museum packed with interesting stories surrounding Rosie the Riveter. There is a beautiful walk down the shoreline to see monuments as well, it is well worth your time to spend a day here!
Transportation
Richmond has a ferry now! This is the absolute most fun way to get to the city. A trip by ferry is sure to give you lots of excellent pictures of the city as you are arriving. The ferry stops at the Ferry Building in San Francisco, which is a foodie's delight!
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Richmond Ferry Terminal
1453 Harbour Way SRichmond has a ferry now! This is the absolute most fun way to get to the city. A trip by ferry is sure to give you lots of excellent pictures of the city as you are arriving. The ferry stops at the Ferry Building in San Francisco, which is a foodie's delight!
This is the closest stop on the BART train to our Air Bnb. There is paid parking in the lots. You can park on the streets in the surrounding neighborhoods, but be sure to check the parking signs. Some spots are limited to 4 hours.
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El Cerrito del Norte Station
6400 Cutting BlvdThis is the closest stop on the BART train to our Air Bnb. There is paid parking in the lots. You can park on the streets in the surrounding neighborhoods, but be sure to check the parking signs. Some spots are limited to 4 hours.
Groceries
This market is about a 5 minute walk from our home and is stocked with all of your basic needs and more! They have a great selection of organic items, speciality food items, and a good beer and wine selection. They are great if you want to grab a few quick groceries, and the owners are a super family. We love shopping here!
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Arlington Market
6462 Arlington BlvdThis market is about a 5 minute walk from our home and is stocked with all of your basic needs and more! They have a great selection of organic items, speciality food items, and a good beer and wine selection. They are great if you want to grab a few quick groceries, and the owners are a super family. We love shopping here!
This is the closest grocery store to our Air Bnb. They are great for finding a good deal on some snacks and such. They have a limited supply so don't go there looking for specific items. If you are flexible and like to try new things, than this is the spot for you. They are also a local favorite for purchasing wine. Their prices are good, and their "Manager Picks" are always delicious. The manager picking the wine really knows what they are doing!
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Grocery Outlet Bargain Market
2079 23rd StThis is the closest grocery store to our Air Bnb. They are great for finding a good deal on some snacks and such. They have a limited supply so don't go there looking for specific items. If you are flexible and like to try new things, than this is the spot for you. They are also a local favorite for purchasing wine. Their prices are good, and their "Manager Picks" are always delicious. The manager picking the wine really knows what they are doing!