Food scene
Hands-down best chowder for miles (confirmed by the ever-present lines snaking around the building). Grab chowder here then drive to the end of the road (past the harbor), up to bluff at Bodega head and watch for whales.
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Spud Point Crab Company
1910 Westshore RdHands-down best chowder for miles (confirmed by the ever-present lines snaking around the building). Grab chowder here then drive to the end of the road (past the harbor), up to bluff at Bodega head and watch for whales.
Tides Wharf Fish Market
835 California 1Excellent selection of fresh fish.
Sightseeing
Great tide pooling, and some fantastic hikes right from the parking lot.
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Shell Beach
Great tide pooling, and some fantastic hikes right from the parking lot.
Fantastic hike along the bluff over the ocean. Great for kids (level, boardwalks, rock climbing a ways down trail). A local favortie.
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Kortum Trail
Kortum TrailFantastic hike along the bluff over the ocean. Great for kids (level, boardwalks, rock climbing a ways down trail). A local favortie.
Shopping
Candy & Kites
1415 CA-1Great selection of kites, knowledgeable local owners.
Tides Gift Shop
835 CA-1Surprisingly great gift shop, good prices, fun to poke about.