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Landmarks in Walnut Creek

Discover the best landmarks in Walnut Creek. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

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california/walnut-creek/landmark/shell-ridge-open-space

Shell Ridge Open Space

Explore Walnut Creek's Shell Ridge Open Space: Hike scenic trails, discover marine fossils, and enjoy panoramic views of the East Bay.

1035 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.8 Excellent 442 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/john-muir-national-historic-site

John Muir National Historic Site

Discover the home and legacy of John Muir, the father of American conservation, at this historic site in Martinez, California.

4202 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
4.7 Excellent 779 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/heather-farm-park

Heather Farm Park

Discover nature, recreation, and community at Walnut Creek's Heather Farm Park, a sprawling oasis with activities for everyone.

301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.7 Excellent 2,209 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/mount-diablo-summit-museum-and-trailhead

Mount Diablo Summit Museum and Trailhead

Explore natural and cultural history at Mount Diablo Summit Museum. Panoramic views, exhibits, and hiking trails await!

Summit Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.7 Excellent 732 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/diablo-foothills-regional-park

Diablo Foothills Regional Park

Explore scenic trails, diverse landscapes, and panoramic views at Diablo Foothills Regional Park in Walnut Creek, California.

1700 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.8 Excellent 309 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/civic-park

Civic Park

Experience the heart of Walnut Creek at Civic Park: recreation, events, and natural beauty for everyone.

1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
4.5 Excellent 1,208 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/ruth-s-chris-steak-house

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Savor USDA Prime steaks and New Orleans-inspired cuisine in an upscale setting, perfect for celebrations and memorable dining experiences in Walnut Creek.

1553 Olympic Blvd Bldg. E, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
4.3 Very Good 1,387 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/castle-rock-regional-recreation-area

Castle Rock Regional Recreation Area

Explore scenic trails, sandstone formations, and swimming in this East Bay park, a natural escape in Walnut Creek, California.

1700 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.8 Excellent 325 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/the-gardens-at-heather-farm

The Gardens at Heather Farm

Discover a tranquil oasis in Walnut Creek: explore themed gardens, enjoy scenic beauty, and celebrate special moments at Heather Farm.

1540 Marchbanks Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.8 Excellent 125 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/old-borges-ranch

Old Borges Ranch

Discover early 20th-century ranch life at Old Borges Ranch in Walnut Creek, with historic buildings, farm animals, and scenic hiking trails.

1035 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.7 Excellent 174 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/eugene-o-neill-national-historic-site

Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site

Discover the Tao House, Eugene O'Neill's secluded Danville home where America's only Nobel Prize-winning playwright penned his greatest works.

1000 Kuss Rd, Danville, CA 94526
4.7 Excellent 91 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/shadelands-ranch-museum

Shadelands Ranch Museum

Discover Walnut Creek's past at Shadelands Ranch Museum, a preserved 1903 home showcasing local history and offering engaging events.

2660 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.6 Excellent 93 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/acalanes-ridge

Acalanes Ridge

Hike through scenic trails with panoramic views at Acalanes Ridge, a natural open space in Walnut Creek and Lafayette, California.

Sousa Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4.7 Excellent 55 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/walnut-creek-farmers-market-by-cccfm

Walnut Creek Farmers' Market (by CCCFM)

Experience the vibrant Walnut Creek Farmers' Market: fresh produce, artisan goods, and community spirit every Sunday in downtown Walnut Creek.

1799 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
4.7 Excellent 321 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/walnut-creek-town

Walnut Creek Town

Experience the vibrant heart of Walnut Creek: upscale shopping, diverse dining, arts, and events in a pedestrian-friendly setting.

1666 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
4.7 Excellent 96 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/bedford-gallery-at-lesher-center-for-the-arts

Bedford Gallery at Lesher Center for the Arts

Experience contemporary art at the Bedford Gallery in Walnut Creek, offering diverse exhibitions, engaging programs, and a 'Pay What You Can' admission policy, making art accessible to all.

1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
4.5 Excellent 101 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/airmail-navigation-arrow

Airmail Navigation Arrow

Explore a relic of early aviation history at the Airmail Navigation Arrow in Walnut Creek, a key part of the transcontinental airmail system.

173 Oakvale Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4.7 Excellent 35 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/color-me-mine

Color Me Mine

Unleash your creativity at Color Me Mine in Walnut Creek, a vibrant paint-your-own-pottery studio for a fun and memorable experience.

1950 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
4.5 Excellent 118 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/walnut-creek-historical-society

Walnut Creek Historical Society

Explore Walnut Creek's past at the Shadelands Ranch Museum, a hub for local history and community engagement.

2660 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
5 Excellent 4 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/site-of-blossom-rock-navigation-trees

Site of Blossom Rock Navigation Trees

Discover Oakland's maritime history at the Site of Blossom Rock Navigation Trees, where towering redwoods once guided ships through treacherous waters.

085 000100201, Oakland, CA 94619
4.6 Excellent 5 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/don-salvio-pacheco-adobe

Don Salvio Pacheco Adobe

Explore the legacy of Don Salvio Pacheco at his beautifully preserved 1835 Adobe, a landmark of Concord's Rancho era and California history.

1870 Adobe St, Concord, CA 94520
4.9 Excellent 7 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/don-fernando-pacheco-adobe-california-historical-landmark-no-455

Don Fernando Pacheco Adobe (California Historical Landmark No. 455)

Explore the legacy of Don Fernando Pacheco at this California Historical Landmark in Concord's Hillcrest Park.

3119 Grant St, Concord, CA 94520
5 Excellent 1 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/mt-diablo-hg-pg-lz

Mt Diablo HG/PG LZ

A designated landing zone for hang gliding and paragliding in Mt. Diablo State Park, offering a safe and scenic end to aerial adventures.

Walnut Creek, CA 94598
5 Excellent 3 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/joaquin-moraga-adobe-california-historical-landmark-no-509

Joaquin Moraga Adobe (California Historical Landmark No. 509)

Explore California's Rancho history at the Joaquin Moraga Adobe, the oldest building in Contra Costa County, and a window to the past.

24 Adobe Ln, Orinda, CA 94563
4 Very Good 7 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/merritt-mausoleum

Merritt Mausoleum

Discover Oakland's history at the Merritt Mausoleum, an architectural masterpiece on Millionaires' Row in Mountain View Cemetery.

Millionaires Row, Oakland, CA 94611
4 Very Good 4 reviews
california/walnut-creek/landmark/walnut-creek-station

Walnut Creek Station

Your gateway to downtown Walnut Creek and the entire Bay Area, offering easy access to shopping, dining, arts, and outdoor adventures.

Walnut Creek, CA 94596
california/walnut-creek/landmark/liberty-bell-plaza

Liberty Bell Plaza

Visit Liberty Bell Plaza in Walnut Creek, a historical landmark symbolizing freedom and community, marking the birthplace of Walnut Creek.

1400 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
california/walnut-creek/landmark/the-browning-monument

The Browning Monument

Discover a literary tribute in a natural oasis at the Browning Monument, nestled within Oakland's Joaquin Miller Park.

3585 Sanborn Dr, Oakland, CA 94602
california/walnut-creek/landmark/landmark-site-150-walnut-creek-meat-market

Landmark Site 150 Walnut Creek Meat Market

Explore Walnut Creek's past at the Landmark Site 150 Walnut Creek Meat Market, a historic brick building on the Walnut Creek Heritage Walk.

1432 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
california/walnut-creek/landmark/captain-pedro-fages-trail

Captain Pedro Fages Trail

Commemorating the first European exploration of Contra Costa County led by Captain Pedro Fages in 1772, a California historical landmark.

112 El Portal, Danville, CA 94526
california/walnut-creek/landmark/walnut-creek-convention-visitors-bureau

Walnut Creek Convention & Visitors Bureau

Your central hub for exploring Walnut Creek and the East Bay: attractions, events, hotels, and visitor information all in one place.

1280 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
california/walnut-creek/landmark/the-paul-hamilton-house

The Paul Hamilton House

Discover Orinda's architectural heritage at the Paul Hamilton House, a landmark of mid-century modern design and Second Bay Tradition.

12 Charles Hill Cir, Orinda, CA 94563
california/walnut-creek/landmark/walnut-creek-bridge

Walnut Creek Bridge

Discover the historic Walnut Creek Bridge in Concord, CA, a scenic landmark on the Iron Horse Trail offering picturesque views and natural beauty.

5000 Marsh Dr, Concord, CA 94520

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