Family and Guests
We are thrilled to invite you to be a part of this unforgettable milestone as our Sonoma State students cross the stage at their graduation ceremony! Your presence makes this an even more special day, and we're here to help you plan your visit.
Whether you'll be flying in, driving, or utilizing public transportation, we've compiled essential information to ensure your journey to campus is as smooth as possible. Below, you'll find details on parking, nearby airports, transportation options, and local accommodations to make your visit comfortable and convenient.
Parking
Parking is free on Commencement day. The lots directly adjacent to the Green Music Center (Lots L, M, N, O) provide the closest general and disabled parking. Lots G and H are also within walking distance. There will be carts circulating through the parking lots to assist with those who need a ride up to the commencement site. Please see our campus map. Each ceremony is scheduled to last no more than two hours.
Transportation
- Sonoma County Transit (SCT)
- Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) Train
- Groome Transportation (formerly Sonoma County Airport Express)
- Amtrak San Joaquins
- Uber
- Lyft
Nearby Airports
- Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS): Located 15 miles north of campus.*
- Oakland International Airport (OAK): Located 60 miles southeast of campus.*
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO): Located 60 miles south of campus.*
- Sacramento International Airport (SMF): Located 90 miles northeast of campus.
- San José Mineta International Airport (SJC): Located 90 miles southeast of campus.
* Note: See Groome Transportation (formerly Sonoma County Airport Express) for shuttles to/from DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel – Sonoma Wine Country.
Where to Stay
- Hampton Inn & Suites Rohnert Park - Sonoma County: Located 2 miles north of campus.*
- Fairfield Inn & Suites – Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park: Located 2 miles north of campus.
- Hotel Centro Sonoma Wine Country, Tapestry by Hilton: Located 2 miles north of campus.
- Best Western – Sonoma Winegrower's Inn: Located 2 miles north of campus.
- Graton Resort & Casino: Located 3 miles north of campus.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel – Sonoma Wine Country: Located 3 miles north of campus.*
- Oxford Suites Sonoma County: Located 3 miles north of campus.*
- Home2 Suites by Hilton Petaluma: Located 8 miles south of campus.*
- Courtyard by Marriott - Courtyard Santa Rosa: Located 9 miles north of campus.
* Note: When calling, ask for the "SSU" discounted rate.