If you’re heading to Northern California then making a stop in the cute little town of Hopland is a must. Lucky for me, it’s just an hour from my hometown!
The city’s population is just over 1,000, but don’t let the small size fool you, it’s still famous for its wine, olive oil, restaurants and eclectic shops. Here’s my one day bucket list for having the best time during your visit.
My 1-Day Itinerary for Hopland, California
9:00 AM
Morning Magic at Cafe Poppy
Start your day with a light and yummy breakfast at Cafe Poppy in the historic Thatcher Hotel. This trendy cafe offers freshly brewed coffee, espresso drinks and mouth watering pastries made with local ingredients. You can have your coffee inside the cafe itself or mosey over to the adjoining hotel and have your cup of joe in their cozy library or on the dreamy patio (that’s where I went!).
If you’re a lover of coffee who needs a second cup, hit up Steep Organic Coffee for your next one!
9:45 AM
Explore Adorable Downtown Hopland
After breakfast, take a stroll through downtown Hopland. It’s super small, but super cute! Check out the local shops, cute white steepled church on Spring Street and, even if you are all coffeed-out or a non-coffee drinker, pop by Steep to see their impressive selection of crystals for sale.
Don’t forget to snap some photos of the picturesque Main Street with its charming buildings!
11:00 AM
Olive Oil Tasting at Terra Savia Winery
Next, head to Terra Savia Winery for a bucket list worthy olive oil tasting experience. Terra Savia is known for its organic wines and olive oils, produced right on the estate. When you opt for an oil tasting, you’ll be guided through about six different varieties. It was super interesting to try to tell the, sometimes very subtle, differences between them.
I walked away falling in love with a bottle of their “Field Blend”, their Blood Orange Olive Oil and some balsamic vinegar. I’m going to put the latter of the two on a bowl of vanilla ice cream!
PS: It’s a bonus that they also have a lot of furry and feathered rescue animals on site. I fell in love with the donkey—say “hi” to him for me when you visit.
1:00 PM
Bocce Ball and Wine at Brutocao Cellars
Before heading to this next stop, pick up to-go lunch from Bluebird Cafe or Hopland Tap to bring to Brutocao Cellars for a game of bocce ball and some fantastic wine. They have outdoor tables and 6 Olympic regulation bocce courts—don’t worry a sheet of the games rules is included.
3:30 PM
Wine Tasting at Campovida
Keep the wine tasting going at Campovida, a pretty winery that’s all about sustainability and community. Known for their organic wines, particularly their award-winning Viogner and bold Zinfandel, the highlight of your visit will be more than just tasty wine—their grounds are absolutely stunning.
TIP: Try to time your visit to coincide with the blooming lavender and other pretty flowers, which makes it perfect for snapping some great Instagram pics!
5:30 PM
Early Dinner at The Golden Pig
For dinner, make your way back downtown to dine at The Golden Pig, a casual local spot known for its farm-to-table food. We kept it simple with their Smoked in-house pastrami Reuben and ceviche, but next time I’d get the Heart Arrow Ranch rotisserie chicken with a brussel sprout starter. Yum!
If that doesn’t make you drool, then I’d recommend going to Stock Yard for their wood-fired mushroom pizza!
Make it an Overnighter
Stay at the Thatcher Hotel
If you want to extend your 1-day bucket list itinerary into an overnighter, book a room at the Thatcher Hotel. This beautifully restored Victorian hotel was founded in 1890 by pioneer William Thatcher.
It features a curated library, iconic bar and a large outdoor courtyard (that I wish was my backyard!). Plus, it’s located right downtown!
Hopland is small but packed with some fun things to do and lots of flavor. From breakfast at Cafe Poppy to a cozy night at the Thatcher Hotel, my one day itinerary has all the hotspots for a fun visit. Maybe you’ll even discover something amazing that I skipped (let me know in the comments!).
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