Quick Area Guide
Napa Valley Wine Auction
Between 1981-2004, Auction Napa Valley contributed more than a million dollars to local organizations, becoming one of the most impressive and influential wine charity fundraisers in the world by staying true to its original mission--to utilize the reputation of Napa Valley wines to enhance the well-being of the community. In honor of the 25th anniversary of the Auction, all previous event chairs (23 families in all) returned to make Auction Napa Valley 25 the most memorable event to date.
Napa Valley Balloon Ride
Your adventure begins at the crack of dawn when the winds are gentle and the light from the rising sun makes the valley shine like a jewel. Enchantment, romance and excitement fill every colorful moment of this graceful adventure. Your flight is a special occasion to be shared with special friends.
Copia
Located in California's Wine Country on the banks of the Napa River, Napa's newest downtown attraction extends the definition of museum to new dimensions. COPIA is a fun, interactive center where you can investigate the fascinating cultural intersections of wine, food and the arts. Enjoy tastings, classes, festivals, exhibitions and performances that will engage your senses and enrich your life. Whether you're a microwaver or a gourmet chef, a wine novice or a connoisseur, a windowsill gardener or a proven green thumb, COPIA offers something for you. Plan to spend a day at COPIA to stroll through the gardens, examine the exhibitions, enjoy the wine and food tastings, eat at the restaurant or the cafe, shop in Cornucopia and more.
Silverado Trail Wineries Association
The Silverado Trail Wineries Association (est. 1989) is a group of more than 35 wineries along the historic Silverado Trail, which runs along the tranquil and scenic eastside of the world-famous wine region, Napa Valley. STWA member wineries consist of both large and small producers, all offering wines of the highest caliber and acclaim, as well as unsurpassed hospitality. Visitors are welcome year-round as most have tasting rooms open to the public, while some are by appointment.
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Attractions
The Hess Collection
The Hess Collection of paintings and sculptures by contemporary European and American artists represents a small portion of the artwork acquired over the past 30 years by winery founder Donald Hess. The unique exhibition brings together an encompassing display of the vivid, powerful and thought-provoking works produced on the two continents since 1960. Click here to view CybeRoberta by Lynn Hershman, an artist whose works are collected by Donald Hess.
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Golf and Tennis
Silverado Golf Club
Wine Country Resort, elegance in the heart of the Napa Valley. Silverado offers championship golf, a deluxe and unique Spa experience, fine dining and a comprehensive meeting and conference center at this world class, romantic destination Resort.
Vinters Club
This championship nine-hole course, featuring three different sets of tees, was originally designed by Casey O'Callaghan and opened in 1999. The course has been redesigned by PGA Tour and Senior Tour player, Bob Boldt, to include a new set of black tees, accommodating professionals and scratch players in addition to the golfing public at large. Players of all skill levels will find this an enjoyable course.
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Museums
Napa Valley Museum
Napa Valley Museum is dedicated to promoting the cultural and environmental heritage of the Napa Valley. The special changing exhibits represent a diverse range of subjects ranging from fine arts to history to natural sciences. The museum is committed to presenting exhibits that will entertain and educate the local community and visitors from around the world.
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Neighborhoods
Yountville
Nestled in the Heart of the Napa Valley, on the eastern foot of the Mayacamas Mountains, Yountville enjoys a small-town lifestyle and the sophisticated ambience of premium wines, many fine hotels and inns, spas, theaters, museums and a nine-hole public golf course, as well as an epicurean's delight of restaurants. Napa Valley is located approximately 25 miles east of Highway 101 and six miles west of Highway I-80 in the northern San Francisco Bay Area. Yountville is situated in the middle of Napa Valley along State Route 29. Convenient to the Bay Area, it is easily visited for a weekend or longer. The "special place" quality of Yountville makes business visitors want to come back for a more leisurely stay and leisure visitors want to return repeatedly.
St. Helena
St. Helena is a vibrant town in the middle of one of the most charming spots in the world, the Napa Valley. Visitors experience the best of everything, including world-famous wineries, world-class restaurants and an incredibly diverse selection of lodging, from grand resorts and villas to comfy B&Bs and country inns.
Calistoga
The City of Calistoga is located 80 miles North of San Francisco in the scenic Napa Valley. It is found at the top of the Napa Valley, at the foot of Mt. St. Helena, which rises 4,500 feet above the city. Calistoga, population 5,000, is a popular destination for visitors to Wine Country. Calistoga is best known for its geothermal hot springs and mineral water and is home to California's Old Faithful Geyser. It is also the home of the Napa County Fairgrounds. Calistoga has maintained its small-town atmosphere while still being able to accommodate many tourist each year.
Meadowood Resort
Settled on a private estate, Meadowood is a center of social and cultural life in Napa Valley. Nestled into a beautiful, 250-acre valley, Meadowood is reminiscent of a private estate in a bygone era. Gracious hospitality defines the style of service and timeless, natural beauty the sense of place.
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Preserves and Parks
Di Rosa Preserve
The di Rosa Preserve is one of the largest regional art collections in the country. The Preserve occupies 53 acres, including a 35-acre lake and four gallery buildings and showcases over 2,000 works by more than 800 Bay Area artists.
Robert Louis Stevenson State Park
Robert Louis Stevenson State Park is the place where the famous author of Treasure Island and Kidnapped spent his honeymoon in 1880. Although nothing remains of Stevenson's cabin, the site is identified on the trail to the summit. The area features rough terrain, with evergreen forests in the canyons on north-facing slopes and chaparral on the south-facing slopes. There is a five-mile hike to the top of Mt. St.Helena from which one can see much of the Bay Area. On good days the top of Mt. Shasta can be seen, 192 miles in the distance.
Bothe-Napa Valley State Park
Located in the heart of the beautiful Napa Valley wine country, the Park offers camping, picnicking, swimming, and hiking trails that go through stands of coastal redwoods as well as forests of Douglas-fir, tanoak,
and madrone. Daytime visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll in Ritchey Canyon on the Redwood Trail to view the delicate ferns and listen to the water splashing down the rocky creekbed. Bring your wine and cheese and picnic under the towering Douglas Firs. On hot summer days, grab a swimsuit and towel and come enjoy a dip in the park's swimming pool open on weekends, beginning on Memorial Day weekend through
mid-June, then daily through Labor Day, from 12- 6 p.m. There is an additional fee for the use of the swimming pool, to be paid at the park entrance.Or perhaps consider taking a horseback ride during the spring, summer, or fall. Reservations for horseback rides can be made through Triple Creek Horse Outfit by calling (707) 933-1600.The large picnic grounds are located in the day use area, and are even available for group events and getaways. A covered area for group use contains picnic tables, a sink and an electrical outlet with a horseshoe pit and wheelchair-accessible restroom nearby. Whether you visit the back country on a several hour hike or take a mere stroll along the creekbed, you will enjoy a close-up look at all the natural beauty that the park has to offer. There are well over 10 miles of trail for your
indulgence. Location - Directions: The park is located 5 miles north of St. Helena and 4 miles south of Calistoga on Highway 29/128. Latitude/Longitude: 38.5376 / -122.5788
Lyman Park- St. Helena
Located on the 1300 block of Main St. between Pine and Adams Streets. The one acre park consist of individual picnic tables, grassy areas, a children's play area and historic gazebo. The gazebo may be rented for weddings, birthday parties etc. Lyman Park is host to the Summer Band Concerts on Thursday evenings during the months of July and Aug. This is a passive park and no active game playing is allowed.
Crane Park-St. Helena
Located on Crane Ave. 500 ft south of the intersection of Crane Ave. and Grayson Ave. The 10 acre park consist of 6 lighted tennis courts, 4 lighted bocce ball courts, 2 Little League baseball fields, horse shoe pits, children's play ground and individual and group picnic areas and two restrooms. Group picnic areas must be reserved during peak use months of April through October. Crane Park is home of the St. Helena Farmers Market which is open from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. every Friday May through October.
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Shopping
St Helena Premier Outlets
St. Helena Premier Outlet stores includes Brooks Brothers, Tumi, Movado, Coach, Spirits in Stone, Escada, Jones New York and Sunglass Outfitters.
Foot Candy Shoes
Foot Candy Shoes brings the exclusivity of Europe's finest designer shoes home to the heart of Northern California's Wine Country, with a stunning array of women's designer shoes and designer handbags from Christian Louboutin, Giuseppe Zanotti, Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik and more. The downtown Helena store offers the opportunity to experience some of the world's most unique and tantalizing designer shoes, for those who crave the ability to stand apart from the typical styles so prevalent in stores today. Try Foot Candy today and experience the sweet taste of distinction.
Patina Estate & Fine Jewelry
An amazing array of antique and estate jewelry.
Napa Valley Designs
An incredible collection of different imaginations at work...a must-see!
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Theaters
Napa Valley Symphony
The Napa Valley Symphony, the oldest and largest non-profit performing arts institution in California Napa Valley, is dedicated to maintaining and operating a fully-professional symphony orchestra with the objective of enhancing the quality of life throughout Napa County. The tradition of live instrumental music is supported through regularly scheduled concerts of both traditional classical music and pops programs, with every concert featuring world class guest soloists. The Association's educational and community service offerings include programs for young children, a youth orchestra for aspiring student musicians, and educational programs for adults.
Napa Repertory Theater
The Napa Valley Repertory Theatre Company, the Napa Valley's only year-round professional theatre, is a collaboration between an ensemble of theatre artists and their community. Our core staff, which numbers ten individuals, represent more than a century and a half of professional theatre experience. The Napa Valley Repertory Theatre company currently performs four shows per season offered as single ticket events or as a subscription.
Lincoln Theater Performing Arts Cente
The renovated Lincoln Theater now has a seating capacity of 1,200, the largest in the valley. It is the home of the Napa Valley Symphony and many other events.
Napa Valley Shakespeare Festival
The Napa Valley Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare under the stars at the Napa Mill, 500 Main Street in Old Town Napa during the months of July and August with an extended season of family entertainment in the Autumn. Picknicking and wine are optional enhancements. The festival also offers youth and adult theatre education classes through Willpower and Young Actors Theatre programs and provides theatre training to at-risk youth through the Napa Valley program.
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