Location: Arcata
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Top 7 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Arcata, California (CA)
Arcata, originally Union Town or Union, is a city adjacent to the Arcata Bay (northern) portion of Humboldt Bay in Humboldt County, California, United States. At the 2010 census, Arcata's population was 17,231. Arcata, located 280 miles (450 km) north of San Francisco (via Highway 101), is home to Humboldt State University. Arcata is also the location of the Arcata Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Land Management, which is responsible for the administration of natural resources, lands and mineral programs, including the Headwaters Forest, on approximately 200,000 acres of public land in Northwestern California.
Restaurants in Arcata
1. Holly Yashi Store and Design Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Duke1140 - Penn Valley, United States
This is a must see if in Arcata and you enjoy the artistry of jewelry. Upon entering you are greeted by an assistant who offers to help you find something in particular or just wander and look at the great selection of products on display. They also offer you a coffee, cappucino or water...very welcoming!! There is an informative display and video showing the beginnings of this business, the processes used, materials used and you can observe the assembly and design areas. Each assembly station is personalized by the artist with pictures of family. This shows the values of this business. The artistry is unique and well worth the time to visit.
2. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Natural history museum known for its fine collection of fossils and its special programs tailored for kids.
Reviewed By curious2_10
Anyone interested in birds should come here to see a collection one feels must be extraordinary and complete for the Pacific Flyway. I was quite surprised. It's at the university and there were very helpful people there to clarify things for me.
3. Los Bagels
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
4. Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By crawdadnelson - Soquel, United States
The saunas are authentic, meaning you can spray a hose on a pile of hot rocks and steam yourself like a lobster if you choose. There are upper benches if you want to work up an actual sweat, and there is a bucket you can fill with cold water and dump on your head.
5. Arcata Playhouse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
This 150 seat concert venue has top quality music and theater acts from the USA and beyond, and also great locally produced theater and music.
6. Arcata Theatre Lounge
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 16 reviews
7. Minor Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By ddwildbird
Oldest continuously operating movie theater in the country. Beautiful wood work and much of the original building. Exceptionally friendly and informative staff. Theater No. 3 has only 29 seats, all with cushy seats and table service for food and drinks. Staff is there the minute you want something. Good sound system and fun place to see a good movie. A must see for those that appreciate history.
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