From November through April are the months when lower rates can be found, with the exception of winter holidays. Always keep in mind that all year long Napa is busy on weekends with its close proximity to San Francisco.
Key attractions
No matter how long you spend in Napa, you’ll never see and do it all. Napa Valley is an exciting destination, full of adventures for young and old, but in all honesty, mostly for adults. The overall main attraction of Napa is of course it’s famous wine country. There are so many famous wineries, as well as small boutique wineries to visit for days of sipping and relaxing. If visiting multiple wineries, it’s always suggested to have a designated driver. Another highly advisable suggestion is to tale a wine tour, and leave the driving to someone else.
Having fun
If you need a break from the wine tasting, possibly hitting the links is a sweet experience in Napa. With fine weather all year long, the area 18-hole championship courses available are a dream come true. Making a t-time at Silverado Resort and Spa, or Chardonnay Golf Club or one of the other courses ahead of time is highly advisable.
Wine is the pleasure of the gods, and so is food, and nowhere are these two enjoyed together as well as in Napa. Dining at some of the best restaurants in Napa you will have the opportunity to pair your dishes with some of the best wines in the world. That being said, while in Napa, why not attend a Napa Cooking Class at one of the many offered to you”, like the Napa Style Cooking Class or Oenotri. Then there’s always Epicurean Excursions, where they take you on a gourmet guided tour.
Another way to experience wine pairings is at wineries offering them in special rooms at their winery. This is an excellent way to learn what and how to pair wine and food. Some of the more notable wineries offering this experience are Signorello Estate and St. Francis Winery in Sonoma, not far from Napa.
Lastly, you can get off your feet for three hours and take a journey back in time on the Napa Valley Wine Tour. This journey through wine country takes place in restored vintage rail cars, and is a wine and culinary experience.
Shopping
For the shoppers there’s the Napa Premium Outlet Stores, with shops ranging from Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, to Banana Republic and much more. Another choice is Barney’s New York Outlet located on Factory Stores Drive, where you can find other stores including Ann Taylors, American Apparel, and more.
Of course in downtown Napa, you have some excellent stores to browse, including Lucero Olive Oil with a slew of artisan products, and the Napa General Store where you not only find local wines, but also t-shirts, local crafted jewelry, and things for the home.
Nearby
Chances are you have chosen Napa to visit mainly for the weather and the wines. However, you are in one of the worlds premium wine countries, especially in the U.S. Within a few hours you can be sipping wines in one of the other thirteen wine regions. Sonoma, Santa Rosa and Knights Valley are right next door. The Russian River Valley is close by with excellent wineries. Or you can choose to head to the California Coast, stopping at some vineyards in Dry Creek Valley and Sonoma Coast vineyards.
You other big choice would be to take a trip to San Francisco, a couple hours away. Although this is more of a multi-day excursion, if there were one or two sights you wanted to visit while here, it’s doable. For instance, you could cross the San Francisco Bridge into San Francisco, enjoy lunch in Fisherman’s Warf, take the ferry out to Alcatraz for a tour and head home. This you could accomplish in a day.
Our recommendations in Napa
Napa Valley Hotel & Suites
Located in Napa, Napa Valley Hotel & Suites is in the city center. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Oxbow Public Market and Napa Premium Outlets. Napa Valley Balloons and Solano County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
Hotel Indigo Napa Valley, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Napa Valley is located in Napa. Napa Valley Wine Train and Robert Mondavi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oxbow Public Market. Scientopia Discovery Center and Napa Valley Balloons are also worth visiting.
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Wine Valley Lodge
Wine Valley Lodge is located in Napa. Riverbend Plaza and Napa Valley Expo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sonoma Plaza and Oxbow Commons. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Our guests love the motel's quiet location.
Napa Discovery Inn
Napa Discovery Inn is located in Napa. Napa Valley Expo and Riverbend Plaza are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center. Napa Valley Balloons and Solano County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
SpringHill Suites Napa Valley
Located in Napa, SpringHill Suites Napa Valley is next to a golf course and near the airport. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Napa Valley Wine Train and Vallejo Ferry Terminal are worth checking out. Scientopia Discovery Center and Solano County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Our guests love the hotel's quiet location.
River Terrace Inn - A Noble House Hotel
Located in Napa, River Terrace Inn - A Noble House Hotel is in the suburbs and on the riverwalk. Napa Valley Wine Train and Robert Mondavi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center. Napa Valley Balloons and Solano County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
Andaz Napa - a concept by Hyatt
Located in Napa, Andaz Napa - a concept by Hyatt is in the city center. Riverbend Plaza and Napa Valley Expo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sonoma Plaza and Oxbow Commons. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
Napa River Inn
Napa River Inn is located on the riverwalk and in an area with good shopping. Sonoma Plaza and Oxbow Commons reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center. Napa Valley Balloons and Solano County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
Marriott Napa Valley Hotel & Spa
In the suburbs, Marriott Napa Valley Hotel & Spa is in an area with good shopping. Napa Valley Wine Train and Robert Mondavi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oxbow Public Market. Scientopia Discovery Center and Napa Valley Balloons are also worth visiting.
The Westin Verasa Napa
The Westin Verasa Napa is located in Napa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sonoma Plaza and Oxbow Commons, while Napa Opera House and Quent Cordair Fine Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Our guests love the property's central location.
Carneros Resort and Spa
Located in Napa, Carneros Resort and Spa is in a rural location. Napa Valley Wine Train and Vallejo Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center. Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Jump Highway are also worth visiting.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Napa Valley
Located in Napa, Embassy Suites Hotel® Napa Valley-Wine Country is in a rural location. Napa Valley Wine Train and Robert Mondavi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oxbow Public Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Scientopia Discovery Center.
Silverado Resort & Spa
Silverado Resort and Spa is located in Napa. Sonoma Plaza and Oxbow Commons reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Scientopia Discovery Center and Napa Valley Balloons. Traveling with kids? Consider Jump Highway and Scandia Family Fun Center.