Things to do & places to visit in Napa Valley, California, United States

Vines, wines and the people who love them are central to the economy of Napa Valley. Other treats for taste buds are in store, too, in the form of local olive oils, tomatoes, cheeses and mustard. The other senses are catered for with a vibrant visual arts scene. Rent a car or book a taxi or limousine to get between sights safely. The Napa Valley Wine Train offers an unusual way to experience the views and vintages. A relaxing array of spas and mud baths and the Old Faithful geyser are attractions in Calistoga.

Napa Valley region in California, United States. Timezone: America/Los_Angeles, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 20:18.

Top things to do (6)

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5.0 Judd's Hill Winery and MicroCrush (686 reviews)
- Wonderful Boutique Winery
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Wineries & Vineyards

Judd's Hill is owned and operated by two generations of the Finkelstein family. Bunnie, Judd and Holly Finkelstein are vintners dedicated to producing ultra-premium, handcrafted wines in small lots while highlighting them in entertaining and engaging customer experiences. Our family has been making wine in Napa Valley since the 1970s and continues to produce signature wines that are fruit-driven, concentrated and just simply delicious. See more..
5.0 O'Brien Estate Winery (684 reviews)
- Personalized wine tasting experience
Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

We are by appointment only. Please go to our website to inquire about our experiences. We do not take phone reservations. The cost is $55.00 per person. We regretfully are not permitted to have anyone under 21 years of age nor allow any pets on the premises. Our award winning wines come from our 40 acres in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. From grape growing to bottling, the entire winemaking process is managed at the estate. The vineyards are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. Our wines are sought after by collectors and have received many awards, including a recent 98 point score for our 2013 Unrestrained Reserve Bordeaux Blend. See more..
5.0 Pride Mountain Vineyards (640 reviews)
- Exceptional tour and wine!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Pride Mountain Vineyards specializes in red wine production, mainly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The property is only open for wine tasting appointments to guests with a prior appointments. In compliance of our local codes and use-permits all appointments must be made in advance of arrival. Thank you, Pride Mountain Vineyards See more..
5.0 Pine Ridge Vineyards (489 reviews)
- Great Experience
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Located in the heart of the iconic Stags Leap District, Pine Ridge Vineyards offers intimate cave tastings and stunning views. Join us for an unforgettable experience, and discover the elegance and diversity of our highly acclaimed estate wines, sourced from 160 acres of vineyards in Napa Valley’s most renowned growing regions. See more..
5.0 Jarvis Estate (340 reviews)
- MOST AMAZING CAVE TOUR
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards • Caverns & Caves

Jarvis Estate is a family owned winery dedicated to crafting a limited quantity of preeminent wines from our sustainably farmed, estate vineyards in the rugged hillside, four miles east of downtown Napa Valley. The Jarvis Estate winemaking facility is entirely contained within 45,000 square feet of cave tunneled into the scenic Vaca Mountains,and is not only a visual masterpiece, but a technical masterpiece as well. Wines are produced only from estate grown grapes and are cave-aged to perfection prior to release. Varietals include: Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Verdot, Tempranillo and a two proprietary Bordeaux blends. See more..
5.0 Vincent Arroyo Winery (329 reviews)
- Ted makes this a must-visit winery
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Our host, Ted, made this visit super memorable and fun, especially for someone like me who is new to the world of wine. We tasted some great wines (I'm told), and Ted really took the time to teach us about various aspects of harvesting, etc. He gave us a tour of the facility and took the time to chat with each of us, learn about where we're from, etc. It was very personalized and I really felt like he was there because he wanted to be. When he heard we were on our honeymoon he gave us a bottle on the house - what a nice guy. Highly recommended! See more..
5.0 VGS Chateau Potelle (221 reviews)
- Flawless experience!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

VGS Chateau Potelle Winery offers two unique visitor experiences. At our Tasting House & Garden in St. Helena visitors enjoy an intimate tasting of 6 wines, highlighted by their own unique Riedel glass and punctuated with food bites from the famed La Toque Restaurant. Open year-round daily 10AM-5PM; Private Hosted Wine Tasting $75 per person Private Hosted Signature Food & Wine Tasting $95 per person Advanced Reservations REQUIRED. See more..
4.5 Castello di Amorosa (5.792 reviews)
- Heavenly
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards • Castles

This medieval Tuscan castle and winery stands out in Napa Valley as one of its most unusual buildings. At this gorgeous location on the hillside above Calistoga, you can explore the castle's Grand Barrel Room, chapel, and Great Hall, and more curious rooms like the Torture Chamber and dungeon. Pick from a variety of tasting tours to sample some of their award-winning wines, paired with charcuterie, cheeses, and chocolate. The best time to visit is from August through October to catch Napa’s harvest season—it gets busy so make your reservations early to secure your slot. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 V. Sattui Winery (2.760 reviews)
- Loving this winery since 1997
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Wineries & Vineyards

V. Sattui Winery is a family-owned property located in the heart of Napa Valley, which was founded in 1885 and makes more than 60 different wines with dozens of 90 point rated wines among its current vintages. It is a stunning, must-see Napa Valley destination for picnics, weddings and events, offering an impressively robust Cheese Shop with more than 200 selections, an excellent Deli directed by Chef Gerardo Sainato, and a Salumeria directed by Stefano Masanti. The sprawling estate includes two-dozen picnic tables nestled beneath ancient Valley Oak trees and tri-level terraces that overlook beautifully manicured gardens and vineyards. See more..
4.5 Robert Mondavi Winery (1.543 reviews)
- The Most Perfect Personalized Experience
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

A recommended winery in Napa Valley that offers educational tours and music concerts at select times. See more..
4.5 Domaine Carneros (1.541 reviews)
- A Perfect Afternoon
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Wineries & Vineyards

We welcome you to join us! We are seating for tastings outdoors on our expansive terrace, with limited seating indoors. Reservations are required, and all visitors must be at least 21 years of age - infants and children are not permitted at the winery. We welcome service animals only, please no pets. Groups are currently restricted to 8 or fewer. Contactless curbside pickup is still available. We look forward to raising a glass with you! See more..
4.5 Artesa Vineyards & Winery (1.101 reviews)
- Amazing Views & Good Service!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Over 25 years ago, Spain’s oldest winemaking family ventured to a new world: a sea-facing hillside in the Napa Valley, with rocky soils and a favorable coastal climate. It was here in Carneros that we planted new roots, building upon a 460-year winemaking legacy to create the next generation of estate-grown, artisan wines. We named it Artesa. 150 acres. Over 50 blocks. Sustainably Farmed. Our Estate Vineyard is set in the steep foothills that straddle the Carneros and Mt. Veeder AVAs. An ideal mix of topography and a cool, coastal climate make our location among the most prized Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards in California. The Artesa Estate Vineyard is Fish Friendly Farming and Napa Green Land certified. Artesa: Born in Barcelona. Raised in Napa Valley. We strive to bring the best of our native and adopted homes to you in each bottle of our wines. And we hope that it enhances those moments when we are a part of your life. ¡Salud! See more..
4.5 Hess Persson Estates (1.014 reviews)
- Worth every penny
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Wineries & Vineyards • Art Museums

Hess Persson Estates sits atop Mount Veeder as part of a historic site where wine was first produced in the 1860’s. Hess Persson Estates is home to The Hess Collection Winery and Lions Head Collection. The original stone buildings are joined by The Hess Art Collection, a world-class showcase of contemporary art that captures two passions under one roof. We use sustainable practices with the axiom, “Nurture the land, and return what you take.” Our philosophy brings with it a dedication to delivering wines that speak to their environment. Wine tastings & tours are offered Friday through Monday, by appointment only. Culinary experiences include pairings with small plates, artisan cheeses, and housemade chocolates. See more..
4.5 Mumm Napa (926 reviews)
- Loved the place and staff
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Art Galleries • Wineries & Vineyards

Very nice visit. Loved the place and staff who happened to be the most knowledgeable of all the places we visited. They were spot on their descriptions of the sparkling wines, history, production....everything. The place is not luxurious, but simple and the outdoor seating is lovely. The Ansel Adams picture exhibition is free and worth spending a few minutes. Have the Santana Mumm-Napa bubbly, lovely! See more..
4.5 Cakebread Cellars (727 reviews)
- Loved the winery and tour guide
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Whether you’re new to wine or a tried-and-true enthusiast, we offer a range of experiences at our celebrated Rutherford winery to satisfy your palate. Collectors, foodies, large and small groups, even families with children—there’s a unique Napa wine tasting designed just for you. See more..
4.5 Chateau Montelena (709 reviews)
- Must do in Napa
Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

This old winery has a castle-like main building. See more..
4.5 Frog's Leap Winery (702 reviews)
- 1st time tasting in Napa
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Wineries & Vineyards

Frog’s Leap was founded by John Williams in 1981. Started on a shoestring budget even the name itself was ‘borrowed’ by combining Stag’s Leap, where John started his Napa Valley winemaking career, and the Frog Farm, where the early vintages were made. The winery was relocated in 1994 when John and his family moved Frog’s Leap to the historic Red Barn in the heart of the Rutherford appellation. This grand and welcoming building was built in 1884 as the Adamson Winery and sits amongst some of our 200 acres of estate grown vineyards. Over the past 30 years Frog’s Leap has earned an enviable reputation with our unique combination of a whimsical label, sincere dedication to sustainable principles and our small, handcrafted production of wines. Over the years to come we look forward growing and learning more about ourselves, our wines and how we can share it all with honesty and genuine hospitality. See more..
4.5 Peju Winery (702 reviews)
- Excellent Visit
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

When Tony and Herta "H.B." Peju relocated to Rutherford from Los Angeles 40 years ago, they brought with them a vision of building a winery, an unwavering work ethic, and two young daughters who soaked in the couple's entrepreneurial spirit and love for Napa's beautiful farmland. They established Peju Winery and dedicated themselves to welcoming guests and to crafting exceptional wines from their organically farmed estate vineyard. Still family-owned and operated today, Peju Winery has transformed over the past 40 years from a simple grape-growing venture into a landmark winery celebrated for elegant, complex, and balanced wines in the classic Bordeaux varieties. See more..
4.5 HALL St. Helena (628 reviews)
- Do the tour!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Located at the historic Bergfeld Vineyard at the base of the Mayacama Mountains, HALL St. Helena is a vibrant, 33-acre property off of Highway 29 in the charming town of St. Helena. Guests arrive with an official welcome from (not so little) Bunny Foo-Foo and instantly experience a one of a kind destination. With daily offerings including the signature HALLmark tour, guests have a choice of winery tours and tastings for the novice wine drinker to the expert cab collector. With over 35 pieces of contemporary art, this 150 year old site has something for everyone. Wine, art, history, architecture, technology a lush landscaping and a Great Lawn for relaxing and unwinding – we invite you to come share the fun. See more..
4.5 Grgich Hills Estate (608 reviews)
- Fantastic Grgich Hills Winery Tasting with Toni
Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Grgich Hills Estate is an iconic Napa Valley winery, consistently producing world-class wines. Vintner Hall of Fame inductee Miljenko "Mike" Grgich first earned world-wide recognition when the Chardonnay he crafted won the 1976 Paris Tasting, beating the best of France. Mike then partnered with Austin Hills to open their family-owned-and-operated winery in 1977. Committed to natural winegrowing and sustainability, we farm our five estate vineyards without artificial fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides, rely on wild yeast fermentation and use our passion and art to handcraft food-friendly, balanced and elegant wines. See more..
4.5 Merryvale Vineyards (605 reviews)
- The epitome of customer satisfaction
Friday: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Merryvale's inviting tasting cellar is located in the heart of Napa Valley in the quaint town of St. Helena. We offer wine tasting flights until 5pm, with our retail room open until 5:30pm everyday. We offer a variety of tasting options to suit every palate including our legendary Profile Library tasting and wine and cheese pairings. Our wines are produced from sustainably farmed Napa Valley vineyards, including three estate properties. Guest favorites include our Bordeaux blend known as Profile, our St. Helena Estate Cabernet, and our Napa Valley Cabernet Franc. See more..
4.5 Caymus Vineyards (530 reviews)
- Great Experience and Great Wine
Wineries & Vineyards

What made the visit to Caymus so special is that they have something to offer at every price point and they also waive the tasting fee if you purchase an equivalent amount of wine. My group went to 6 very high end vineyards over 3 days and purchased very expensive great wines along the way. However, at Caymus we were able to purchase cases for everyday consumption because of the high quality and reasonable cost. When visiting Napa with freinds, you sometimes get caught up in the moment and when you return home thousands of dollars lighter and the expensive wines start arriving at your home, it's hard to justify consuming $100 bottles every day so you save it for a special occasion". Caymus, however, is smart by offering excellent wines that you can consume every day , like their Conundrum line. The Caymus Cabs. and blends are excellent and reasonably priced compared to similar winery offerings. Great value to top wine! See more..
4.5 Schramsberg Vineyards (529 reviews)
- Shramsberg Winery- Beautiful Bubbles
Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Revived in 1965 by Jack and Jamie Davies, Schramsberg Vineyards focuses on the finest and most complex hand-crafted sparkling wine in California. Carefully blending from over 300 base wines, harvested from over 115 individual cool-climate North Coast vineyards, the winemaking team creates elegant vintage dated Pinot Noir and Chardonnay based sparkling wines using the méthode traditionnelle process. See more..
4.5 Duckhorn Vineyards (492 reviews)
- Wines for all wallets and palates
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Co-founded by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn in 1976, Duckhorn Vineyards has spent almost forty years establishing itself as one of North America's premier producers of Napa Valley wines. Visit the winery in St. Helena, CA for an unforgettable wine country experience. See more..
4.5 Clos Pegase Winery (263 reviews)
- Best of the Best
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Situated among estate vineyards with sweeping views of the Mayacamas Mountain Range, Clos Pegase offers internationally acclaimed architecture, hand-crafted wine and unique tasting experiences. From a relaxed flight in the Heritage Garden, to a seated tasting in the Cave Theatre, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the estate. We invite you to join us for a tasting or tour of the estate, or contact us to learn more about private experiences and events at Clos Pegase. See more..
4.5 Far Niente Winery (252 reviews)
- Awesome wine tasting experience!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Went here in the spring for a wine tasting and had an awesome time. The vineyards are beautiful and may only be topped by how good the wine was. Sean Marshall was our guide and he was outstanding. Took the time to teach us about the wine, we never felt rushed, or pressured to buy. He was funny and never pretentious. My wife and I were complete wine novices and we learned so much. Sean made sure that we felt comfortable and helped us to enjoy everything that Far Niente had to offer. Highly recommended! See more..
4.0 Sterling Vineyards (1.730 reviews)
- A Great Experience
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Perched 300 feet above the town of Calistoga, Sterling Vineyards offers panoramic views of Napa Valley. A unique aerial tram carries visitors up to the hilltop winery, whose iconic architecture was modeled after that of the Greek island of Mykonos, where Sterling founder Peter Newton once lived. The brilliant white stucco stands out dramatically against the rugged Mayacamas and Vaca mountain ranges that flank each side of Napa Valley. Through walkways and balconies, guests take a self-guided tour of Sterling Vineyards’ winemaking facilities. Make your visit to Napa Valley a memorable one with a seated Silver or Platinum Experience featuring exceptional small production reserve wines and food pairings. The extraordinary Mediterranean-style architecture, unique aerial tramway, stunning views, and exceptional tasting experiences make Sterling Vineyards a top destination in Napa Valley. See more..
4.0 Domaine Chandon (1.014 reviews)
- You Can't Miss Chandon!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Architectural Buildings • Wineries & Vineyards

You must be of legal drinking age to engage with us. Please enjoy responsibly. Domaine Chandon was the first winery to be established in the United States by a French wine and spirits producer, Moet Hennessy. Today, Chandon is America's leading sparkling wine producer, applying methode traditionnelle techniques to showcase the ripe fruit and vibrant character of California. We host educational and fun tours of our winery and offer light food options in our tasting room or on our extensive terrace. See more..
4.0 Beringer Vineyards (871 reviews)
- Best host, best cheese place, amazing wine and stunning location
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Wineries & Vineyards

Beringer Vineyards embodies the timeless appeal and seductive flavor of the Napa Valley. As the region's oldest continuously operating winery, we offer guests the opportunity to experience a winemaking tradition dating back more than 140 years. Visit the iconic Rhine House, taste our celebrated wines in the Old Stone Winery or take a tour and learn more about our wines and history. No matter if you are here for a couple of hours or the day, Beringer Vineyards is excited to offer you the excellent winery experience you deserve. See more..
4.0 Opus One Winery (550 reviews)
- Personalized wine tasting experience
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Cultivated with passion and a singular vision, Opus One produces one ultra-premium Bordeaux blend a year. A collaboration between Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Opus One arose out of passion. And beginning with the first harvest in 1979, every vintage of Opus One has expressed the vision and passionate spirit of its founders. Our goal is to create a wine of ultimate quality that reflects the traditions and innovations of both founders. Visiting the winery is by appointment only. See more..