Visit Sebastopol: Getting here

Driving from San Francisco, cross the Golden Gate (Highway 101) heading north. There is no toll this direction. Rejoice as you pass through the Rainbow Tunnel, a whimsical reminder of a bygone era when, in the 1970’s, a CalTrans engineer Robert Halligan, decided to paint the tunnels with a rainbow some say as a nod to Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz.

From the Golden Gate, travel up Highway 101 through Marin County and into Sonoma County, approximately 45 miles. Take Exit 481B (Highway 116 West), turning left when you get to the bottom of the off ramp. Follow what is known as the Gravenstein Highway through farmland and vineyards for about 8 miles to downtown Sebastopol.

It’s easy to park in Sebastopol. There are several public parking lots downtown. If you’re coming up 116, the easiest parking is available by turning left on Burnett St., just a block before the main intersection of 116 and Bodega Avenue (Hwy. 12). The entrance to the parking lot will be on Burnett St, mid-block on the left. The Sebastopol Visitor’s Center is adjacent to the parking lot at 265 South Main Street.

Within Sebastopol

Sebastopol is located at the crossroads of two rural highways: 116 and 12. Most of the town’s shopping and dining opportunities are located in five areas: the Downtown Historic District, the Barlow, North Sebastopol, South Sebastopol, and West Sebastopol.

Download a detailed street map of greater Sebastopol

A little known fact is that most of the things there are to do or see in Sebastopol are an easy walk from downtown. Rather than hassle the traffic, help the planet. Park your car and walk. (Download a Parking Map) You’ll be amazed at how much more you will see. Plus, you are very likely to get into conversations with locals. We are a friendly bunch and happy to help a visitor learn more about our town.

Visitor’s Center

For more information, contact the Sebastopol Visitor Center at info@sebastopol.org. You can call them at 707-823-3032 or stop by the Visitor Center at 265 South Main Street. The Visitor Center is open Tuesday – Friday, 10am – 5pm. They also have an outdoor rack with maps, brochures and information available 24/7.