A sophisticated and tranquil retreat from bustling big-city life
Located 15 miles east of San Francisco, Orinda is known for its beautiful weather, fantastic community, outdoor recreation opportunities, and top-rated schools. The downtown district is bursting with restaurants and boutique shops, with the historic Orinda Theatre taking center stage. This family-friendly and welcoming community hosts numerous festivals and annual events and if you frequent enough family-owned restaurants, owners will be sure to remember your name and your order.
Encompassing 12 square miles with 19,0000 residents, Orinda is made up of several neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character. A few notables are Orinda Country Club, Sleepy Hollow, Del Rey, El Toyonal, Charles Hill, The Downs, Glorietta, Ivy, and Wilder. With beautiful nature hikes just steps away from your backyard, Orinda is the perfect place for outdoor enthusiasts and features perfect weather year-round. Residents and tourists love Orinda and Forbes Magazine ranked it as the second-most friendliest town in America.
