4-Day Self-Driving Travel Guide Around Davis Area in California

8 cities | 13 attraction(s) | total distance 7506 km

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The above is a 4-day self-driving travel guide based on attractions around the University of California, Davis. It includes exploring Davis city itself, driving around Clear Lake's scenic loop road trip route, visiting Lodi for wine tasting tours and enjoying culinary experiences in nearby towns. Adjust your itinerary according to personal interests and practical circumstances; detailed daily activity arrangements and transportation suggestions are provided.

Day1: Yolo County > Solano County > Davis

6 attraction(s) · 4 km

This self-driving travel guide focuses on attractions and activities around the University of California, Davis: including visits to the botanical garden, art museum, a walk along the ancient reservoir loop, tasting local cuisine, and visiting farmers' markets. Suitable for a 4-day road trip.

UC Davis Arboretum Gazebo

2 km

Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art

Quaint university museum with a robust collection of old master prints, East Asian art & ceramics.

2 km

John Natsoulas Gallery

Fine art showcase with an emphasis on ceramics, plus cafe, event center & rooftop sculpture garden.

1 km

The Mustard Seed

Quaint, casual bistro with a fireplace & a garden patio supplying upmarket recipes & regional wines.

1 km

Davis Farmers Market

1 km

Davis Beer Shoppe

Day2: Clearlake > Davis West Virginia

2 attraction(s) · 3702 km

Starting from Davis, head to Clear Lake's Redbud Park for a picnic, then drive along the lakeside to enjoy the scenery before returning to Davis for dinner.

Redbud Park

Lakefront park with a baseball field, BBQ grills & picnic tables, plus a boat launch & fishing pier.

3702 km

Hellbender Burritos

Low-key spot for eclectic, overstuffed burritos & tacos with vegan options, plus local draft beers.

Day3: Davis West Virginia

1 attraction(s) · 0 km

You can drive to Lodi, dine at local restaurants, visit wineries for wine tasting in the afternoon, and return to Davis in the evening to stay at Billy Motel.

The Billy Motel & Bar / ISH Kitchen

Chic rooms in a retro-style motel & bar, featuring complimentary parking, Wi-Fi & a welcome drink.

Day4: Isleton > Rio Vista > Yolo County > Sacramento County

4 attraction(s) · 74 km

This culinary tour of nearby towns will let you savor Isleton's fusion cuisine, including Mexican, Chinese, Italian, and American dishes. Then enjoy Italian-inspired food in Rio Vista before concluding your perfect food journey at noon. Finally, return to Davis to prepare for subsequent plans. Driving is recommended as the mode of transportation.