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Visit Amador Amador County is full of amazing destinations including boutique hotels, wineries, shops, historica

Delighted to help visitors with what to sip, see and do here in Amador County! Dinner and hotels will delight you in Amador City, Ione, Jackson, Plymouth, Sutter Creek, Pinegrove and Volcano, Pioneer & Fiddletown,CA. Plan your road trip getaways, corporate and business retreats and family excursions to include Kirkwood skiing, Historical Sites and outdoor recreation including boating, hiking, swimming, fishing, bycling, winetasting, picnicking and shopping in boutique Main Street stores.

Get ready!! 🍷💐 Wildflowers & Wine tickets are officially live! 🍷💐Tickets are limited! You do not want to miss this!Seven...
03/14/2025

Get ready!! 🍷💐 Wildflowers & Wine tickets are officially live! 🍷💐Tickets are limited! You do not want to miss this!

Seven member wineries of Wine on 49: Yorba, Scott Harvey, Baiocchi, Bella Grace, Raven's Reach, Miller Wine Works, and Le Mulet Rouge Wine Tasting, will be showcasing their award-winning wines paired with gourmet food from local restaurants and chefs!

In addition to culinary and wine delights, there will be flowers and an array of vendors with artisan offerings for your shopping pleasure.

Wander from each of your reserved tasting experiences by following the melodious sounds of live music flowing down Main Street and through our timeless alleyways. Your ticket purchase includes your unique tasting experience at each of the member tasting rooms, a commemorative Riedel event glass and a packet of wildflower seeds to sow in your own garden.

Shop with our farmer's market vendors, purchase native plants, handcrafted items, and of course, enjoy the flowers!

Get your tickets today! They will sell out quickly. Visit Wine On 49 in Sutter Creek for details and tickets!
Wine On 49 in Sutter Creek Scott Harvey Wines Le Mulet Rouge Wine Tasting

Looking to spend some time in Amador soon??  🏫Looking to escape the hustle of the city?? ☺You should consider spending t...
03/12/2025

Looking to spend some time in Amador soon?? 🏫Looking to escape the hustle of the city?? ☺

You should consider spending time at the Inn at 161. This beautiful, peaceful property is within walking distance of the historic Sutter Creek district. Where rustic meets modern-day style, all of their spacious and stylish hotel rooms feature a King bed, with fresh and lush bedding along with a separate seating area. Find and relax in front of your private, in-room fireplace. In their Cathedral King Rooms and Carriage House Suites unwind with a delightful soak in your clawfoot tub or whirlpool bath.

Wake up each morning to the convenience of freshly brewed coffee in your room or meet others and enjoy a complimentary Cappuccino, Espresso or a coffee in The Cellar (robes welcomed). Along with your freshly-ground morning cup of joe, enjoy an array of breakfast treats to kick off your day.

This sounds amazing!! We may need to book a staycation to take advantage of this! 😉

Make reservations or find out more at Innat161.com.

Want to win tickets to the coveted wine event Behind the Cellar Door, March 22-23?! 🎫🍷Less than one week left to enter. ...
03/11/2025

Want to win tickets to the coveted wine event Behind the Cellar Door, March 22-23?! 🎫🍷

Less than one week left to enter. Be sure to visit to enter!!

Another great article shared!! Thanks to AAA Via for featuring Amador County as a Gold Country road trip!! You chose lot...
03/07/2025

Another great article shared!! Thanks to AAA Via for featuring Amador County as a Gold Country road trip!! You chose lots of great places! Be sure to check out the article and start planning your next visit!

https://www.visitamador.com/p/why-visit1/in-the-press
Visit Jackson California Visit Sutter Creek Hotel Sutter Knight Foundry Black Chasm Cavern, National Natural Landmark Amador Wine Amador Flower Farm & Nursery

Spring is on the horizon and it's time to start planning for spring break. 🌼With family friendly activities, from the Su...
03/06/2025

Spring is on the horizon and it's time to start planning for spring break. 🌼

With family friendly activities, from the Sutter Creek duck races to Rail Explorers reopening and plenty of wine and food experiences to be had it's time to start planning your stay! Be sure to check our events calendar for all the upcoming spring excitement. 📆

Saturday, March 1st - Amador County Day - Amador & Calaveras residents receive complimentary admission!Amador County Day...
02/28/2025

Saturday, March 1st - Amador County Day - Amador & Calaveras residents receive complimentary admission!

Amador County Day returns to the Kennedy Mine this Saturday, March 1st. Stop in to explore the “mine tunnel” in the Change House. Visit the Mine Office building with the retort room, assay office, vault, and the best view in the county.

Walk out onto the head frame and look down through grating to see the mine shaft.
Test your skills with Clancy-the Flim-flam man. Explore the grounds at your pace. Hike the Kennedy Mine Loop Trail. Stay for BBQ lunch or bring a picnic.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about Amador’s mining history, volunteer opportunities, and upcoming events at the Kennedy Mine.

Photo courtesy of Larry Angier

☕ While we're excited for spring drinks from Java Drive, their hot drinks are just as delicious!! The best part???Drive-...
02/24/2025

☕ While we're excited for spring drinks from Java Drive, their hot drinks are just as delicious!! The best part???

Drive-thru!! This beloved drive-thru coffee shop serves up bold espresso, creamy lattes, refreshing smoothies, and more—all with a side of friendly service. Whether you’re starting your day or need an afternoon boost, their menu is packed with delicious drinks and quick bites to keep you going. Swing by and grab your favorite cup of coffee to fuel your Amador adventures! ☕💛

📍 Find Your Fix: Java Drive, 10765 Highway 49, Jackson

Big news for you art lovers!! 🎨Did you know that Amador County has an amazing array of unique art throughout the county?...
02/23/2025

Big news for you art lovers!! 🎨

Did you know that Amador County has an amazing array of unique art throughout the county?? 🖌

✨ supports ALL things ART!! From classes to job creation and school involvement they facilitate relationships with local artists and the community.

✨ in Sutter Creek commissioned a local artist to create a unique selfie wall on their exterior wall!

✨ A new winery addition, , brought seven sections of the Berlin Wall which have become an installation conversation piece.

✨ gallery utilizes open space in a positive manner, cultivating appreciation of wine, food, art, and good company. The gallery provides opportunities to local and regional artists as a way for them to be discovered by avid arts enthusiasts and wine country visitors.

✨ The creates unique & charming metal statues for your yard or garden.

✨ is the creative outlet for Eric Rewitzer and Annie Galvin. They collaborate, share creative ideas and create art designed to make people happy featuring bold collections, the work of Annie (a painter) and Eric (a printmaker).

✨ is "Where art is for everyone". A collection of artists practicing different mediums take turns showcasing regularly in the gallery.

✨ is celebrating their 30th year! As an "artists' gallery", it's managed by a select group of practicing artists who display their work along with a carefully chosen group of consignor artists and craftsmen.

✨ is a working glass shop and gallery. The Hopmans blow and hand shape pieces to achieve a wide array of forms. Heather Hopman creates using lampworked soft glass beads, ceramics, gourds, metalworking, blown glass and watercolors.

✨ Find unique hand forged pieces available at .

✨Looking for a place to have your custom artwork properly preserved and frame? Visit Add Art in Jackson.

Do something different this weekend! This Saturday experience the Knight Foundry, America’s last water-powered foundry a...
02/22/2025

Do something different this weekend! This Saturday experience the Knight Foundry, America’s last water-powered foundry and machine shop and a premier relic of Mother Lode gold mining history. ⛏

Explore Historic Knight Foundry in action as the crew fires up their historic blacksmithing forge, brings antique machinery to life, and demonstrates the fascinating art of sand casting. With expert docents on hand, you’ll tour at your own pace, discovering stories and skills from a bygone era.

No reservations are needed.

Knight Foundry opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 2 p.m.

📍81 Eureka Street, Sutter Creek, California 95685

There is nothing "dry" about Drytown Social Club! 🍺🍕 🎶Check out Drytown Social Club, where local craft wine and beer, wo...
02/20/2025

There is nothing "dry" about Drytown Social Club! 🍺🍕 🎶

Check out Drytown Social Club, where local craft wine and beer, wood-fired pizza, and great vibes come together in California’s smallest town! Known for their extraordinary live music acts, cozy atmosphere, and welcoming community, this spot is perfect for a laid-back afternoon or an evening out.

Next time you're in Amador, slow down, stop in and raise a glass to the good life in Amador! 🍷

📍 Where to Unwind: Drytown Social Club, 15950 Highway 49, Drytown

Want to participate in a truly fun, family-friendly, small town event?! The Great Sutter Creek Duck Race is back!! 🎉A fr...
02/20/2025

Want to participate in a truly fun, family-friendly, small town event?! The Great Sutter Creek Duck Race is back!! 🎉

A fresh fleet of ducks, courtesy of the Native Sons of the Golden West Amador #17, are ready to take to the creek in this classic Sutter Creek community event. The event coordinators are making every effort to keep the event format and spirit as close as possible to the great Duck Races past of the 80’s and 90’s.

Proceeds from duck sales will go into a SCCBF account to fund projects and community efforts in Sutter Creek. The 2025 featured project will be improvements to the Sutter Creek Community Pool at Amador High School.

Celebrate the quack being back: April 26, 2025 at Minnie Provis park in Sutter Creek.

Adopt a duck at the Sutter Creek website: SutterCreek.org. Ducks will sell out!🦆

🏡 Planning a stay in Amador County?? You do not want to miss this! ✨The Hanford House Inn, tucked in the heart of Sutter...
02/19/2025

🏡 Planning a stay in Amador County?? You do not want to miss this! ✨

The Hanford House Inn, tucked in the heart of Sutter Creek, offers a boutique stay with modern elegance and warm hospitality. Each of the 17 accommodations reflect a creative and independent spirit much like the guests occupying them.

Visiting town for a romantic getaway or a relaxing retreat, you’ll love the thoughtfully designed rooms, cozy ambiance, and quick walk to many local tasting rooms, boutique shops and restaurants. Don't miss their onsite restaurant, Element, a must-visit for elevated dining and craft cocktails. Experience Amador with a stay that feels like home—only better! 💛

📍 Hanford House Inn, 61 Hanford Street, Sutter Creek

You would absolutely regret missing this Restaurant Week special! 🍷🍴Andis Wines is offering a journey through the rich h...
01/25/2025

You would absolutely regret missing this Restaurant Week special! 🍷🍴Andis Wines is offering a journey through the rich history of Zinfandel in the Amador Wine District.

Their distinct flight of Heritage Zinfandels paired with their chef made flatbread featuring four different flavor section specifically designed for each Zin.

As Restaurant Week continues through the weekend, it’s a perfect time to enjoy a tasty burger! 🍔Hotel Sutter is offering...
01/25/2025

As Restaurant Week continues through the weekend, it’s a perfect time to enjoy a tasty burger! 🍔

Hotel Sutter is offering their Smash Burger with carmelized onions and house fries or garlic rosemary tots for $19!

The Kitchen at Helwig is putting together The Dave,6 oz Wagyu beef burger with onion jam and seasoned fries for $17 thru Sunday when you mention Restaurant Week! Don’t forget a glass of Helwig wine! 🍷

Hotel Sutter Helwig Winery

Restaurant Week is thru Sunday in Amador!! 🍴Join Iron Hub Winery and Vino Noceto, both in Plymouth, for their Restaurant...
01/24/2025

Restaurant Week is thru Sunday in Amador!! 🍴

Join Iron Hub Winery and Vino Noceto, both in Plymouth, for their Restaurant Week specials! You’ll go nuts (and cheese) over these!

Vino Noceto is offering a new Nuts About Cheese Flight, with local artisan cheeses & California’s Best Sangiovese, $20

Iron Hub is thrilled to announce an exciting new experience for Amador Restaurant Week! Enjoy a Charcuterie Board paired with your favorite Iron Hub wine for a delightful tasting adventure.

The charcuterie board for two features artisanal cheese, salami, dried fruit, nuts, and flatbread, all for $27.95. The tasting room is open Thursday through Monday, from 11 am to 5 pm. Please call 209-245-6307 to order your charcuterie board and reserve your table.

For additional specials, be sure to visit the link in our comments.

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Experience an Amador Adventure! Explore, retreat, relax with our hospitable boutique hotels, shops, historical attractions, restaurants, waterways, hiking-biking trails, venues & more! Your getaway and corporate itinerary begins here VisitAmador.com

Perfect for week-day team building, business retreats and corporate planning! 18-25 guests in and intimate setting with shuttles, wi-fi, gourmet culinary delights and tailored excursions are the perfect way to ensure your next off-site is well remembered!

Glad to help visitors with what to sip, see and do here in Amador County! Dinner and hotels will delight you in Amador City, Ione, Jackson, Plymouth, Sutter Creek and Volcano,CA. Plan your getaways, corporate and business retreats and family excursions to include Kirkwood skiing, Historical Attractions and outdoor recreation including boating, hiking, rafting, swimming plus winetasting, picnicking, yoga, cavern & gold mine venues, and shopping in charming boutique Main Street stores.