Top rated Tourist attractions in Contra Costa County

Experience the best that Contra Costa County has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 18 places from Tourist attraction category.

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Tilden Park Steam Train at the Redwood Valley Railway image
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Tilden Park Steam Train at the Redwood Valley Railway
Amusement park ride
This miniature railway with real steam locomotives offers 12-minute rides along a wooded ridge.
4.90 (1.3K reviews)
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Mount Diablo State Park
State park
Sizable park with a summit visitor center & observation deck, plus trails, campsites & picnic areas.
4.80 (2.8K reviews)
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Regional Parks Botanic Garden
Botanical garden
Large landscaped garden displaying the native plants of California's many natural habitats.
4.80 (453 reviews)
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Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
Park
Large expanse of 4,700 acres offering hiking, horse & bike trails with mountain views, plus camping.
4.80 (294 reviews)
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Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
Park
Former coal mining site featuring expansive green space, underground tours & hiking trails.
4.70 (1.3K reviews)
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Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
Nature preserve
The site of an ancient volcano, this park offers self-guided tours & features many hiking trails.
4.70 (1.3K reviews)
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Mount Diablo Summit Museum and Trailhead
Museum
👍👍 Great spot to spend an afternoon. Remember to account for a long winding drive up and be prepared to yield to cyclists. (My utmost respect for the cyclists who pedal their way up!). The day was a bit hazy but no wind! We could see across the valley to the Sierras. Looking west can see the Golden Gat...
4.70 (719 reviews)
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Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area
Park
Quiet spot for picnics & other gatherings, with a rustic cottage, hiking trails & fragrant trees.
4.70 (621 reviews)
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Round Valley Regional Preserve
Park
Once home to Native Americans, this 1,911-acre wildlife habitat offers camping, hiking & cycling.
4.70 (384 reviews)
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Greathouse Visitor Center
Park
👍👍 Fun place, the interpretive guides were great. We liked Bella and Aki. Interesting history.
4.70 (89 reviews)
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Fernandez Ranch
Hiking area
👍👍 I love this trail, and I've never seen it busy - it's beautiful and has panoramic views of the rolling hills (especially nice during the rainy season where they are lush and green). You can pick and choose your route to extend or shorten the hike, making it as challenging as you like. My only compla...
4.70 (70 reviews)
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Scotts Peak Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 This is one of the best views of San Francisco from the East Bay. As you can see in the photo, it can be spectacular.
4.70 (64 reviews)
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Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline
Park
Spacious park along the water featuring nature trails & opportunities for bird & animal viewing.
4.60 (500 reviews)
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Siesta Valley Recreation Area
Park
Natural area known for hiking trails, a seasonal open-air theater & picturesque bay views.
4.60 (183 reviews)
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Bear Creek Staging Area
Hiking area
Large picnic area with tables, restrooms & barbecue stands within Briones Regional Park.
4.60 (132 reviews)
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Antioch/Oakley Regional Shoreline
Park
👍👍 When I'm stressed . I go here and walk to the water . Sit on neer the water and just relax. Sometimes. I even eat my lunch there. Great place to go fishing at the pier too.Restrooms are closed .
4.40 (869 reviews)
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Vasco Caves Regional Preserve
Nature preserve
Visitors must pre-arrange to visit this protected area housing 10,000 year-old cave paintings.
4.30 (84 reviews)
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Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge
Wildlife refuge
Monthly tours are offered of this sand dune habitat that protects endangered plants & butterflies.
4.30 (43 reviews)
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