Vacaville, California — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in California, United States.
Served by Ala Doble Airport.

History

Vacaville is a city in Solano County, California, United States. It is located 35 miles (56 km) from Sacramento and 55 miles (89 km) from San Francisco, on the edge of the Sacramento Valley in Northern California. The city was founded in 1851 and is named after Juan Manuel Vaca.

Airports

Napa County Airport (APC) 19 mi to the centre

Napa, CA, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Nut Tree Airport 2 mi to the centre

Vacaville, CA, US

Outdoor

University Airport 16 mi to the centre

Davis, CA, US

Outdoor

Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport 17 mi to the centre

Davis/Woodland/Winters, CA, US

Outdoor

Blake Sky Park Airport 7.8 mi to the centre

Vacaville, CA, US

Outdoor

Maine Prairie Airport 9 mi to the centre

Dixon, CA, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Ala Doble Airport; 7 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Vacaville, California. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.