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Explore detailed city guides for communities throughout Contra Costa County. Find attractions, downtown districts, parks, restaurants, waterfronts, historic landmarks, and practical local information for Concord, Walnut Creek, Richmond, Martinez, Antioch, San Ramon, Brentwood, Danville, and other East Bay destinations. Each guide helps residents and visitors understand what makes each community distinctive.

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Passenger ferry arriving at the Richmond Ferry Terminal beside the Marina Bay waterfront

Richmond Ferry Waterfront Day Trip 2026: Bay Views, WWII History and Point Richmond

July 10, 2026 No Comments

A Richmond ferry waterfront day trip combines one of the Bay Area’s most enjoyable transit rides with shoreline scenery, nationally important World War II history, public art, easy walking, and a relaxed neighborhood finish. Instead of treating the ferry as only a commute, visitors can