The path is well maintained and easy to walk, with lovely views of the river, greenery, and water…read morereflections that add to the relaxed atmosphere. One of my favorite parts was walking across the bridges along the route. They gave off a subtle European vibe and made the stroll feel scenic, especially if you enjoy wandering and taking your time. Plenty of benches to stop and sit, and the location near downtown shops and restaurants makes it easy to stop between activities. All in all, it's a calm and charming walk that adds a nice touch to Napa and is well worth the stop!

We came here to walk and exercise. It's so quaint and cute. There's enough parking if you drove,…read moreand there's plenty of places to choose from. Most places don't open until lunch though. I enjoyed taking pictures near the statues and little water fountains. Everything is just so cute. I saw old people living in the apartments upstairs and it's just a fun, nice vibe. Very great.

Oxbow Public Market is a fun, eclectic spot. There's a great mix of local vendors offering…read moreeverything from olive oil and books to groceries, specialty foods, and plenty of delicious dining options. With both indoor and outdoor seating, it's an easy place to spend some time browsing and relaxing. Since it was close to our hotel, we stopped in to pick up items for a picnic and shared an incredible sandwich from Loveski's Deli--it was absolutely delicious! The staff throughout the market were friendly, welcoming, and happy to help. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back on our next visit to Napa.

Marketplace or food market that has plenty of food options and merchants where you can buy products…read moreas well as produce. I feel like this spot along with the Ferry Building in SF ushered in the popularity of this model of this type of market - at least in California. Depending on where you go or eat, service is going to vary, but I've always interacted with wonderful folks here. I've been here a few times now with 3/2026 being my most recent visit. We came here to pick up some items for breakfast in the coming week and walked/looked around for some fun small bites. With 20 plus vendors along with the surrounding businesses and restaurants, this is just a fun place to visit whenever you're in the Napa area. I unfortunately had to watch my alcoholic beverage intake because I was driving, but it would be great to try a few of the many available options of wine offered at the vendors. Parking: there's a pretty large lot and there's a lot of parking long the street in the surrounding area, but parking can still be a bit hectic due to the popularity of this spot.

This is the road you want when Highway 29 is jam packed during rush hour and busy tourist season…read more Be warned that Silverado Trail is starting to get very crowded and traffic backups are now more common than they used to be, but this is still a much more pleasant way to get around the valley by bypassing the crazy traffic on 29. If you can catch the trail on a lightly traveled day, you can take a leisurely drive next to gorgeous, sun-soaked vineyards and grapevines. There are tons of picture-perfect photo opportunities along this road. There are lots of very high quality wineries along the route too, most are open to the public (and benefit from less crowds)! A lot of the wineries require appointments to be sure to check before showing up to avoid disappointment.

this is a great trail for drivers, cyclists, and runners! i'd been a passenger in a car along this…read moretrail/road in the past, but last month was my first time as a pedestrian! my friends and i were in town for the weekend, attending another friend's wedding, and decided to run along this trail, very early in the morning, whilst it was still quiet....vineyards were still closed to the public and there weren't many cars. we started in downtown napa and ran along the sidewalks (where they existed) and then primarily in the bike lane as we headed north. even though it wasn't busy, we could still admire each and every vineyard that we ran past, each one a little different, some offering fresh fruits and produce as well. we even ran past a farm and saw some horses and llamas! beware, if the llama raises his ears, it means he's about to spit on you! fortunately, i didn't stick around long enough to watch whether the ears were raised! there are no restrooms or water fountains along this trail, since it was designed for mainly vehicular traffic, so if you do run here, be sure to bathroom up before you start and bring your own hydration, especially if you plan to run longer and during the warmer parts of the day. the trail is predominantly flat, with a few gentle rolling hills. some of them produce blind spots so proceed with caution, especially during heavy traffic hours. for those who want a longer distance, or are training for a marathon or ultra, this trail extends 28 miles from downtown napa to calistoga, so you could potentially run 56 miles roundtrip!

Day or night, it would be hard to miss this large sculpture that stands in front of the Archer…read moreHotel. The piece is by artist Gordon Huether and there's a caption. It reads, "This sculpture is inspired by the masterful baskets of the original people who inhabited the Napa Valley and were known for their precise basket making. They wove using parts of local plants such as gray willow branches, sedge and redbud to create beautiful ceremonial artistic baskets and baskets for more utilitarian purposes such as gathering food. The baskets were woven so tightly they could even hold water. Gordon Huether's unfinished basket could be interpreted as a metaphor for an ever-evolving community, never stagnant and always dynamic, weaving together the past, present and future of the Napa Valley." It is pretty and the daytime and with the underlighting at night, even more so after dark. [Review 17661 overall - 452 in California - 1182 of 2022.]

Napa, how I love you. I try to make an effort every year to visit but sometimes the timing is never…read morethere. Each and every visit has alway been amazing. Normally it's wine tasting with friends for a couple of days. The many wineries throughout the area. Literally one after the other. Besides being in an area that so pretty with vineyards surrounding you. There's a lot of amazing restaurants to try. You have all the local favorites as well as the well known restaurants that can take months to get a reservation. Napa is known for loads of nice places to eat. Even walking through town, the main downtown area does get pretty packed with holiday makers. More tasting rooms, nice restaurants, you have some shopping and some good souvenirs shops. Mainly higher priced items but still worth checking out. Can't leave out all nice fancy hotels. More intimate with most of them but with the feel that you're well taken care of. Napa isn't cheap as you'll want to do loads of tasting and eating. It's a place that's worth checking out if you've never been. It's a few hours from San Francisco. We've done day trips from there loads of times. A fun has alway been here and can't wait till the next time.

Came to Napa for a 2026 New Year's getaway with my boyfriend, and even though it was rainy and wet,…read morethe whole trip felt incredibly romantic. The majestic mountains wrapped in dark gray skies created this moody, cinematic backdrop that made the valley feel extra cozy. Wineries are truly everywhere -- you can take your pick and your poison -- and each one has its own charm. We flew in from Las Vegas and arrived at Sacramento Airport, then rented a car and made the drive to Napa. It took about an hour and fifteen minutes. Just a heads‑up: the drive gets very dark at night, especially once you leave the city areas, so make sure your headlights are on and you're comfortable with winding roads. Despite the weather, Napa still delivered that peaceful, wine‑country magic. If you're looking for a quiet, romantic escape -- even in the rain -- this place doesn't disappoint.

This little town has oh-so-much to offer. It's a little pricey, but to be honest, everything in…read morethis area has lots of delicious restaurants, beautiful views, the wineries, the tastings, what more would you need? I go there at least four or five times a year, and if you're from out of town, it's definitely worth a trip. You might see me there. Cheers, my friends SYOY 11/19/25

Yountville has delicious and amazing restaurant venues, but the town is a disappointment…read more It's been a destination for a long time but they haven't done a thing to embrace the vibe aside from upscale a few select blocks. They reference their European influences but haven't honored their people centric roots. It's two disconnected but richly manicured blocks like a mini-Scottsdale, and I don't mean that as a compliment. The sidewalks are narrow and won't accommodate people walking next to each other. It's designed so that you drive, park, eat, and leave. There's no ambling, meandering, or discovering. It's hard to ignore the sound of the highway.

This piece was the first by artist Peter Deise to be featured in the South Napa Century Center…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/south-napa-century-center-napa?hrid=lBDQBbt2cFO-Xb0ARD25ag and it's sure hard to miss. Titled "Orange Ribbons" it is a series of undulating powder coated steel. Bright orange, it is in the corner of the lot near Forge Pizza https://www.yelp.com/biz/forge-pizza-napa?hrid=HXMFdy67xx37oAdcDoYTOg. It was installed in May 2016. According to the artist, "I like to convey the idea of energy unfolding. It flows and undulates like flags, like seaweed, like life itself." You can certainly see that here. He continues, "My work is primarily an overlapping of science and art. Science is real; it's learning about life. The art is my brain filtering that and trying to relate to it in its own way. And steel was the hardest thing from which to create these delicate forms, so that's why I went with it." [Review 18071 overall - 468 in California - 1593 of 2022.]

our salmon was one of the best salmons i've ever tried combined with the mashed potatoes which…read moreadded a great texture to our meal. yet, our meal does not top the service... our server eli was incredible! very attentive and friendly. everything was a solid 10/10 and will definitely be back very soon (thanks to eli!)

We dined here back in 2024 and came in hoping it would be just as good as we remembered. It…read moreabsolutely blew our minds again! We started with the fritti, carpaccio, and beet salad -- every dish was incredible, and I truly mean that. For entrées, we had the veal parm, lemon ravioli, and pesto pasta dish, all of which were outstanding. We finished with some of the best tiramisu we've ever had. Be prepared: you'll leave full, happy, and convinced you just had one of the best meals Napa has to offer!

This amusing sculpture stands along Main Street near downtown Napa. Made from steel, powder coat,…read moreenamel and fused class, from the artist's explanation, "'Dancing Aspens' reflects the relationship between our modern culture and natural world. Peeping through the cup-shaped canopy, it invites us to observe and enjoy a whimsical mingle of color and kinetic motion." I enjoyed spending time with it. It's pretty and airy and yes, whimsical. [Review 17597 overall - 390 in California - 1115 of 2022.]

We had a great time visiting the Bale Grist Mill in St. Helena. Our tour guide explained it was…read morebuilt in 1846 from the design in the 1795 book "The Young Mill-Wright & Miller's Guide." I was able to read some of the book from the Library of Congress archives and found Oliver Evans wrote the guide and patented his design in 1790, the year the patent office was formed, before patents were numbered. In 1804 they retroactively assigned him patent number (X3) three. He licensed his design to hundreds of people including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. He became the first American to live off of intellectual property income.

Historic Grist Mill where grain is milled powered by a gigantic water wheel. From the friendly…read morereceptionist to the remarkable tour guide this is a fabulous experience. I have not been here since before the pandemic but it is always an amazing experience. Bring a picnic and sit outside at the tables or take a hike after the guided tour in Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. You will learn a lot about the history of the region. And the milling process. Modest entry fee.