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Eldorado National Forest
Eldorado National Forest
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Ranked #1 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
The hiking areas are located within this forest.
Attraction type  Forests; National Parks
Distance  1.8 miles from city centre
High Hill Ranch
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Ranked #2 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Rides galore, and plenty of apple and wine based activities.
Attraction type  Farms; Wineries
Distance  4.4 miles from city centre
David Girard Vineyard
Ranked #3 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
Boeger Winery
Boeger Winery
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Ranked #4 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
The winery's historic main building was built in 1872.
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
Abel's Acres
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Ranked #5 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Rides and treats abound here.
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
Red Hawk Casino
Ranked #6 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Casinos
Miraflores Winery
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Ranked #7 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
Hangtown's Gold Bug Park
Hangtown's Gold Bug Park
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Ranked #8 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
A place to see one of the old gold mines.
Attraction type  Mines; Parks
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
Lava Cap Winery
Lava Cap Winery
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Ranked #9 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Beautiful location, with great views.
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
El Dorado Fairgrounds
El Dorado Fairgrounds
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Ranked #10 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: Home to the county fair each June and host of the El Dorado County Wine Competition, Gateway to the Sierra Sportsman's Expo,... more » Owner description: Home to the county fair each June and host of the El Dorado County Wine Competition, Gateway to the Sierra Sportsman's Expo, Miss El Dorado, 4th of July Family Blast, Placerville Speedway, plus weddings, reunions, cultural events, more. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Gold Hill Vineyard
Gold Hill Vineyard
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Ranked #11 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
3.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Located in Gold Country, this winery is perfect for weddings and open for tastings on weekends.
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  6.1 miles from city centre
Holly's Hill Vineyard
Ranked #12 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
Bell Tower
Bell Tower
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Ranked #13 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Placerville's fire alarm in 1856.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
Larsen's Apples
Larsen's Apples
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Ranked #14 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
The oldest apple tree here is over 140.
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
Narrowgate Vineyards
Ranked #15 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
Grandpa's Cellar
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Ranked #16 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
5 of 5 stars 1 review
The orchard is well known for its pies.
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
El Dorado County Museum
El Dorado County Museum
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Ranked #17 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
This history museum of this Gold Rush community displays old mining tools and railroad equipment.
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
Sierra Vista Winery and Vineyards
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Ranked #18 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews

Sierra Vista Winery and Vineyards is tucked away in Central El Dorado County in the Pleasant Valley Appelation. It is one of the oldest wineries in the County dating back to the... more »

Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  6.4 miles from city centre
Placerville Historical Museum
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Ranked #19 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Located in the oldest building in Placerville.
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce
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Ranked #20 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
5 of 5 stars 1 review
This organization distributes information on the numerous attractions in the area.
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
Kids Quest
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Ranked #21 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Kids Quest is the largest hourly child care provider in the United States. Our activity centers are open seven days a week... more » Owner description: Kids Quest is the largest hourly child care provider in the United States. Our activity centers are open seven days a week and offer a variety of activities: gym, Karaoke Star Stage, arcade and video games, Wii™ arena, indoor playground, arts and crafts, Quest Café, Cosmic Club for tweens, and more. A number of our properties also have a Cyber Quest supervised family entertainment arcade featuring non-violent games appropriate for all ages. « less
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  6.5 miles from city centre
Jodar Vineyards
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Ranked #22 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
2.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Spectacular grounds and fabulous chardonnays and cabernets make this winery a worthwhile visit.
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  4.7 miles from city centre
Goldbud Farms
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Ranked #23 of 26 Attractions in Placerville
3 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries; Farms
Distance  2.9 miles from city centre
Plubell's Orchards
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The farm is full of animals to pet.
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
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Bolster's Hilltop
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Pick your own apples.
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  6.9 miles from city centre
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Denver Dan's U-Pick
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Popular apple picking orchard.
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  7.0 miles from city centre
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