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Paso Robles is known worldwide as the place to be for award winning wines, but the wine is just one of the reasons to spend some time here. Easy access to lakes and the coast makes the town a perfect central location for boating, fishing or beach time.
Browse the many boutiques, antique and specialty shops for unique gifts, jewelry, home décor, books and one-of-a-kind items, often created by local artisans, that you know you need. Visit art galleries and museums. Order lunch or dinner and dine outside in the beautiful shady Downtown City Park.
Several winery tasting rooms are located within easy walking distance in downtown Paso Robles. There are more than 200 wineries in the region around Paso Robles. One of the fastest growing American Viticultural Areas in California with 26,000 acres planted, Paso Robles wine country has one of the longest and most consistent growing seasons for wine grapes in California.
Attractions
Visit the missions
Visit two California missions: Mis- sion San Antonio de Padua founded in 1771 and Mission San Miguel Arcangel, founded in 1797. Both missions are an easy drive from Paso
Robles, with Mission San Antonio being the farthest in Jolon. Be sure to drive by Fort Hunter Liggett to see the Hearst Hacienda Lodge designed by Julia Morgan for Randolph Hearst. Mission San Miguel is located in
the town of San Miguel, a few miles north of Paso Robles. Visit the mis- sions’ websites for more information or to attend a mass.
Bruce Monro: Field of Lights
Bruce Monro: Field of Lights at Sensorio is a 15-acre walk-through installation of over 58,800 stemmed fiber optic solar lights that fill the landscape with undulating color. The captivating exhibit lures guests to follow the pathways among the won- derland of color. The Field of Lights is family-friendly. For hours and tickets visit sensoriopaso.com.
Antique Shops
Reminisce Antiques
Browse this village of shops for a selection of fabulous antiques and treasures for everyone. Vintage, home decor, western, gifts, jewelry, accessories and everything inspirational. Open Mon. to Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed. 'till 6 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. In downtown at 1344 Pine St., reminiscepasorobles.com,
(805) 239-1001
Vineyard Antiques
Underpriced treasures is the reputation in the 10,000 sq.ft.
antique mall. Antique furniture
from primitive to elegant. Old tools, glassware, pottery, artifacts, toys, wine accessories, jewelry and more. Garden art in our 2,000 sq.ft. patio. Open every day 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 2320 Ramada Dr., Ste. A, (805) 237-4012
Attractions & Tours
Dale Evers Design Studio
Don’t miss this opportunity to
visit the world renowned artist’s working studio. Recognized for functional art and design as well as compelling works of fine art. 1000 Park St, downtown Paso Robles. Daleeversstudio.com, (805) 434-9237
Mission San Antonio
This mission is number 3 in the
chain of 21 missions. The Church at the mission has been marvelously restored. Peaceful and rustic, the mission now serves as a retreat center, where guest can find solitude, away from ether busyness of every day life. Located at 1 Mission Creek Rd Jolon, 93928, about an hour drive from Paso Robles. missionsanantonio. net, (831) 385-4478
Park Street Gallery
Paso Robles’ newest fine art gallery,
Park Street Gallery features some of the finest work of premier artists of the Central Coast. Find original paintings, sculpture, furniture, unique jewelry, blown and fused glass, wood turnings, ceramic pottery and fiber art. Located at 1320 Park Street, Paso Robles. parkstreetgallery.com, (805) 286-4430
Redwings Horse Sanctuary
This sanctuary rescues horses that have been abandoned, neglected or abused. Their mission is to eliminate the causes of equine suffering through education and community outreach programs. Located at 47240 Lockwood-Jolon Rd., Lockwood. The sanctuary is open for visitors from Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am- 3 pm, (831) 386-0135
Studios on the Park
Visit the studios and meet accomplished artists at work in their studios/galleries. Watch how each artist uses their favorite medium to create decorative, functional, and wearable art. It’s an art experience unlike any other! 1130 Pine St., StudiosOnThePark. org, (805) 238-9800
Dining & Food
Buona Tavola
Antipasti, hand crafted pastas, generous main courses and truly inspired desserts, such as Chef Varia’s famous tiramisu. The highest quality
Paso Robles Shopping Fine Dining Wine Tasting
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