This bridge connects Vallejo and Mare Island. I definitely prefer this bridge over the blue…read morecauseway bridge. It's a lot more stable and the view is beautiful! I love driving across the bridge during sunset where you could see the ocean on one side and the boats/ferry on the other side. The bridge is pretty steep though. When you're going uphill, you can't see the other side of the bridge so slowdown as you reach the peak when going towards the island! There is often traffic going downhill and everyone comes to abrupt stop. I often take this bridge from Mare Island and off Admiral Callaghan Ln which brings you to a shopping center area filled with Costco, Target, Panera Bread, CVS, etc. It is very convenient.

Great (and only) bridge that connects Vallejo to Mare Island to Petaluma/Novato! Beautiful super…read moretall bridge that you can spot from quite a ways in the distance because of it's height. Right before (if headed towards Vallejo) and right after (if headed towards Petaluma/Novato) is where Highway 37 goes from two lanes to one or one lane to two so expect some traffic either way. I have never been through this stretch of road (no matter what time of day or night) without being stuck behind a car or two. The good thing about occasionally being stuck on this bridge is the great views from it! Amazing bay and estuary views from a 360 degree vantage point high in the air. Beautiful! Great big wonderful structure that serves its purpose!

Well... I've definitely seen better views in my day. But for what it's worth, it ain't too shabby…read more The Benicia Bridges Vista Point is located a few miles off of highway 680 in Benicia. It offers views of both sections of the Benicia-Martinez bridge, the Carquinez Strait, and the Suisun Bay. I tried coming here a few weeks back at night but I was met by a couple of cops who told me that the viewpoint was closed after dark. Since I was already on the other side of the bridge and it was still daylight out, I decided to try and catch a nice sunset there. Going down 680 South, there's a sign that says "Vista Point" a few exits before the 680/80 split. When you take that exit, you will drive a few miles down and make a left at the overpass. You'll arrive at a small parking lot with plenty of spaces to park. There are two entryways to the viewpoint, but both will take you to the same quick path to the top. There are a couple of benches but beware of bugs! When you make it to the top, you'll be met with the view of the boats sailing on the Suisun bay and cars passing over the Benicia-Martinez Bridge. I guess for the locals here in Benicia, this is probably a nice spot to escape. It's a nice little spot, but not one that I would frequent personally.

If you have a sack lunch and no need for any facilities, this might make a good place to stop to…read moreeat in the car. It is a sunny place without many shade trees when the Sun is overhead. My favorite view is of the three bridges before teaching the parking lot. There is no return lane near the parking! lot exit. If the parking lot appears busy, stop as soon as you enter it and figure out who looks like they are about to pull out and depart the area.

I randomly came across the John Muir National Historic Site, and I'm so glad I did!…read more You first enter through the visitor center, where I happened to overhear a gentleman at the desk telling another guest about the property and a tour happening at 11am. This was on a random Thursday, and luckily, it was 10:55am! So naturally, I decided to stick around for the tour lol. You walk up a short path to John Muir's house, where a docent leads a quick tour that's about 20-25 minutes. Afterward, you're free to explore the rest of the house, including the second and third floors, at your own pace. I especially enjoyed reading about the lives of John Muir's in-laws, wife, and daughters, which gave the house a more personal feel. The top-floor bell tower was a fun surprise -- you can actually ring the bell! I also enjoyed walking around the rest of the property and seeing all the different fruit trees that were planted there. Overall, I really enjoyed my visit. It's always cool stumbling across a local historic site and getting to learn a little more about the history of the area. Definitely worth a stop if you're nearby!

4.4 stars We all…read moreknow some of his famous quotes: "The mountains are calling and I must go." "Going to the mountains is going home." "One touch of nature makes the whole world kin." According to Brittanica, John Muir was largely responsible for the establishment of Sequoia National Park and Yosemite National Park. Muir was a preservationist that didn't agree with allowing industries to harvest resources within the national parks. He was able to swing public and congressional opinion in favor of national forest reservations through his writing, which led to the establishment of Mt. Rainier National Park in 1899 and Grand Canyon National Park in 1919. His home became John Muir National Historic Site in 1964. Much of the exhibits within the home discusses his personal life and achievements. He was the eldest of 8 children, immigrated to the U.S. in 1849, and he married Louie Wanda Strentzel in 1880. He and his wife had 2 daughters named Wanda and Helen. In his lifetime, he has written 300 articles and 10 books, which can be purchased online and at Muir Woods National Monument and Bear Valley Visitor's Center. I highly recommend visiting this site if you'd like more information :) there's a lot more details here.

"Pretty Tree, Pretty Monument, Pretty Utility Payment Drop off box"…read more Calling City Hall a historical landmark might be a wee bit of an exaggeration. If there is a lot of history around this building, it escapes me. City Hall is a moderately-sized, old rectangular building. The day that I visited, it was locked, but I watched people drop off their utility payments in a box on the front door. That was perhaps not the highlight of my day. At this location, there are cool, relaxing views. After you finish watching people drop off their utility payments, you can read the whale monument, or have a seat and watch the fisherman. This is also a pleasant place to go for a stroll along the water. At City Hall itself, you can check it out in about 2 minutes. There are dilapidated bathrooms around the left side near the back. You can also watch dogs jump into the water near the boat launching ramp. I only saw dogs jumping into the water. I did not see any utility customers jumping into the water after dropping off their payment-- but if they jumped really fast, I might have missed them. Pleasant area for a quick visit, but don't expect a diamond attraction here.

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Tiny little bridge. It gets the job done I suppose. Might be a good movie scene - very narrow and…read moreold. Probably photographs well. Unusual off the beaten path city. Near the bay area between that and Sacramento. The little river gives off lots of charm. Any low budget movie director might want to look into the next romantic comedy with this bridge as a focal point. Why not?

A sneaky way along the river travel includes this rustic bridge. Beware it's very narrow. Patience…read moreand sticking to the posted speed limit makes for easy passage. Weeeeee!!

Lots of details about this interesting corner of the Bay Area provided by our guide Dan G. He was a…read morewealth of information, pretty funny and as a local was able to share a lot of perspective on the islands changes. Great day trip and I wish we had more time to poke around.

Wonderful tour led by Jim. History + nature! A great morning spent on the island…read more For people who are looking to visit the Naval Museum on the island, it is no longer open, but this tour is operative and you get to see the naval chapel and walk around the area. I was originally looking for information about the museum and arrived at this page: https://www.mihpf.org/tours. I hope this will help you find their tour options and dates! All digitalized, no fuss. And it turns out I was the only who signed up for today's tour, and they did not cancel on me because of that. I really really appreciated it. One last thing, the money you spend on the tour goes into helping this foundation : ) Yay!

Beautiful downtown by a beach. Must visit. All the way to here to get the olive oil. It had…read morebeautiful decor during Christmas time

Downtown Benecia is a family friendly spot, with great restaurants and local businesses. There are…read morelots of fun events and a terrific Thursday night Farmer's Market. Benecia is a gem!

This is one of those places where words just can't explain or describe the feeling of being there…read moreimagining what it must have been like back then. Truly one of those if only those walls could talk thoughts go through one's mind when strolling Main Street Locke. There's some sadness to see the dilapidated conditions of the structures here and I hope that these will be around for as long as possible. Ironically only 3 of the 70 residents there are of Chinese descent...they are also the ancestors of those who once occupied quarters in Locke during its hay day.

I love visiting Locke. It's such a cool little town and honestly feels like stepping back in time…read more Walking down the street and seeing the original buildings, museums, and small shops makes you realize how much history is still preserved here. There's something really special about Locke. It hasn't lost its character and doesn't feel overly touristy. You can just walk around, read the historic markers, explore, and take everything in at your own pace. I think everyone should visit at least once, especially if you live nearby. It's an awesome way to learn about local history and experience a part of the Delta that still feels authentic and untouched. Definitely one of my favorite places to spend an afternoon.