Location: Antioch
Top Things to do in Antioch
- 1. Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
- 2. Small World Park
- 3. Mount Diablo State Park
- 4. Contra Loma Regional Park
- 5. Pittsburg Delta View Golf Course
- 6. Lone Tree Golf Course
- 7. El Campanil Theatre
- 8. Prewett Family Park
- 9. Dow Wetlands Wildlife Habitat Preserve
- 10. NorCal Destinations Private Day Tours
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What to do and see in Antioch, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Antioch (formerly, East Antioch, Smith's Landing, and Marshs Landing) is a city in Contra Costa County, California, United States. Located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area along the San Joaquin-Sacramento River Delta, it is a suburb of San Francisco and Oakland. The city's population was 102,372 at the 2010 census and estimated to be 110,542 in 2015.
Restaurants in Antioch
1. Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By Snakewrangler - Brentwood, California
One of the visitors centers was closed for construction, the other one was cute but super small. The walk to the cemetery was long. Off to the mine for the tour. Little table for the kids to do some activity books to become Jr rangers. The mine tour was under construction (would have been nice to know in advance) so we geared up with hard hats and flashlights to walk about 50 yards in to cave, then turn around and head back out....a little disappointing.
2. Small World Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By ricardofogel - Walnut Grove, California
A few years ago, Small World Park hosted a community barbecue as well as invited paramedics, the police department, swat teams, and disaster relief organizations to provide safety information and share the many duties each organization performs on a daily basis. They also have a train you can ride around the entire park. My son was fascinated with the swat team. He was able to meet the captain, shook his hand, and put on the teams riot gear including the hand held shield. They also gave the children stickers that look like badges. The food was free as well as the park rides. My son was 10 years old at the time and was almost a little to big for the rides. I would recommend children under the age of 10 to get on the rides at this park. However, there is a jungle gym in the main park and plenty of room for a child 10 and over to enjoy. We had a great time and I think you will too. It was $6 entrance fee for 15 years and up. $3 for children 14 years and under, and Seniors 55 years and older. My son is 13 years old now and we visited the park in 2014 but, I couldn't put the actual date because the program selection didn't go back that far.
3. Mount Diablo State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Offers vast views from its summit.
Reviewed By WIJourney - Madison, WI
We made the trip out to Mount Diablo because we were told it offered some spectacular views from its 3900 foot summit. It was a picturesque drive that was only challenged by the numerous bicyclists (we were there on a Sunday afternoon). From what we could gather, the bike riders have a full-lane right-of-way both up and down the mountain. If you happen to cross over the center line when overtaking a cyclist going up hill when a rider is coming down the hill, prepare yourself for vocal abuse from the downhill rider. The view from the summit is quite stunning but be prepared to have the view of San Francisco/Golden Gate Bridge to be hazy at best unless you are there early in the morning.
4. Contra Loma Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By epbkm - Antioch, California
We love this park!! It is a great place to escape the suburban sprawl, and breathe in the outdoors. Lot of hikes, both easy (around the lake) to more challenging (up in the back hills). The lake has a large sand entry pool attached, which is great for the kiddos. What is nice is you can bring a picnic lunch with you.
It does cost to park inside the park, but if you want to just go for a walk/hike, you can park outside of the park for free (James Donlon by the baseball diamonds, or just outside the entrance - but make sure you leave nothing in your vehicle...it is known for break ends). The hiking is dog friendly...please keep them on a leash...but beware of rattlesnakes when the weather turns warm!! Yes, I have seen them...ugh...but fortunately they don't want anything to do with you either.
5. Pittsburg Delta View Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
This public 18-hole, par 72 course stretches 6,330 yards from the championship tees with a U.S.G.A. rating of 71.40 and slope of 130.
Reviewed By fiddle_man - Eugene, Or
As an intermediate golfer I found this course difficult with a huge number of lost balls, sloped narrow fairways, lots of brown ugly areas, dry water features, and very windy. You really need to play this course several times to know how to avoid problems. There is a drought here so that's part of what's going on. The greens are unpredictable and often slow as others have remarked. Would not come back.
6. Lone Tree Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
This walkable 6,481-yard, par 72 golf course is located along the rolling hills of Antioch, featuring plenty of trees and scenic vistas.
Reviewed By jnlsanford - Antioch, California
Antioch's little secret is the amazing golf course and restaurant. This is an old municipal golf course that has been remodeled and upgraded. The course is fun and a good workout. The restaurant and banquet center are exceptional. If your just going for lunch after a round of golf, or planning a big dinner, this is the place. The food is outstanding and the service superb. A fully stocked bar is available.
7. El Campanil Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By cbishopCalifornia - California
My husband and I attended a performance by a wonderful singer. Luckily it was in the afternoon as the neighborhood is not the best in the evening. Ricks on Second does open for night performances. There is adequate parking behind Ricks if you can walk the distance. . We love attending live music.
8. Prewett Family Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By pearl254 - San Francisco, California
They have several pools ranging from toddler to almost olympic size swimming pool . Water is heated so it is warm . It has several slides . Nothing spectacular with the slides but the good thing is , they have so many lifeguards on duty manning the pools . Entrance is cheap too.
9. Dow Wetlands Wildlife Habitat Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Seward_Bryant - Antioch, California
This is a 470 acre wildlife preserve along a scenic stretch of land on the San Joaquin River. With easy walking trails , beaver ponds, tidal wetlands and marsh areas.This is a great place to walk without to much effort. After you get to the ponds you will find benches and viewing decks for watching the wildlife. View birds, beavers, otters, turtles & more.
There are a few picnic benches. I suggest you take plenty of water a hat, sunblock and a lunch to eat at one of the picnic tables.
You can enter at the small gravel parking lot on 10 st or park at the Marina on L St and walk in
10. NorCal Destinations Private Day Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
NorCal Destinations is a small sightseeing tour company that specializes in private and small group tours in English, Italian and Spanish. Our clientele is very independent and likes to venture to places where most tour companies don’t go to. Our mission is to make each tour a personal experience and to create memories to last a lifetime.
Reviewed By Amy134305 - Levittown, New York
Alberto was a very knowledgable and interesting tour guide. He took our group to places in California that we didn't even know about. I cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed our time with him!!
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