ATTRACTIONS
Bell Tower, The (circa 1865)
Located on Main Street in Historic Downtown
This historic tower stands as a monument to the city's volunteer firemen. It now serves as a gathering place for celebrations and parades.
El Dorado County Historical Museum
104 Placerville Drive • Placerville, CA 95667
Located Next to the Fairgrounds
530-621-5865
Exhibits at this museum include Gold Rush displays, mining and agricultural artifacts, local Native American baskets, and a collection of narrow gauge railroad equipment, such as a Shay locomotive. It also features a large research collection on local history and genealogy. more... map
Gold Bug Park & Mine
2635 Gold Bug Lane • Placerville, CA 95667
Located One Mile North of Downtown
530-642-5207
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this 61.5 acre park houses the site of the only mine in California that visitors can enter. It also features a museum with historical artifact exhibits and a gift shop that carries books, art, gold, and souvenirs. more... map
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Boeger Winery
1709 Carson Road • Placerville, CA 95667
530-622-8094
This family owned and operated winery is one of the oldest wineries in the Sierra Foothills and it produces an array of award-winning wines. Enjoy tasting in their 1872 wine cellar that is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. more... mapChateau Rodin Winery
4771 Green Hills Road • Placerville, CA 95667
530-622-6839
Set 2,600 feet above the sea level, this unique winery produces award-winning Chardonnay, Zinfadel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Barbera wines. The tasting room is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. more... mapGold Hill Vineyard
5660 Vineyard Lane • Placerville, CA 95667
530-626-6522
Founded in 1980, this vineyard features acres of spectacular green vines. The winery is open Thursday through Sunday and offers a scenic place for a wedding or private party. more... mapHangtown Brewery
560-A Placerville Drive • Placerville, CA 95667
916-621-3999
Started in a 500 square foot building in 1992, this brewery has grown into a 4,300 square foot brewery producing 28 barrels per day. The latest addition features three walk-in boxes and receiving docks. Tours are available and it is open every day. more... mapHolly's Hill Vineyards
3680 Leisure Lane • Placerville, CA 95667
530-344-0227
These steeply terraced vineyards produce fine, quality Rhone and Italian style wines and tastings are available seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or by appointment. more... mapLava Cap Winery
2221 Fruitridge Road • Placerville, CA 95667
530-621-0175
Set high in the foothills of the Sierra, this winery offers excellent mountain-grown wines produced from their estate vineyards. The tasting room is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. more... mapStover Oaks Vineyard & Winery
5241 Nashville Trail • Placerville, CA 95667
Located South of Placerville
530-626-9463
Situated 2,216 feet high in the Sierra Foothills, this vineyard produces uniquely flavored wines and holds special events throughout the year. Custom designed labels, along with paintings, prints, and gifts are available. The winery is open Friday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and appointments may be made for other times. more... map
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