Free parking and a short hike up a hill will get you a chance to check out this cool statue of the…read moremechanics behind making wine. You'll probably need to head on the grass to get the best snapshots. Plan for tenish minutes if you hit a crowd, otherwise, its a quick fly-by.

Meet the Grape Crusher…read more Many, many years ago, my Girl Scout troop helped at a family vineyard in Florida. Wow. That gave me a lot of respect for all of the labor that goes into harvesting and crushing grapes. The Grape Crusher pays homage to all those who labored to make Napa Valley what it is today. This monumental sculpture is visible from the highway, but you can exit to take a closer look. The vineyard worker wears a wide brimmed hat. He has both hands gripping the handle of the press and one foot braced against the basket. (We were also sweating, but that was because it reached 104 F on a very unseasonably hot day in October... so bonus...we had the park to ourselves.) Beautiful scenic views from the park. Free parking available with an easy inclined paved walkway to the statue. Worth a short stop for a quick photo op.

It's a sign. Yes, it is kind of a cool sign. Still it is only a sign. Swing by, snap your photos,…read moreand go...

Napa Valley Welcome Sign is a landmark in Napa Valley. It has one on the north and south section of…read morethe Helena hwy. It's very popular stop for locals and tourist entering the wine county of Northern California. Moreover, it's mountain backdrop and winery makes this a perfect photo shoot for weddings. I made a quick stop just like everyone to enjoy the scenery and take a photo or two. Overall, it's a nice welcome sign. i recommend you visit.

Trace the route of the Napa Valley Northern Railroad as you walk along side over 1500 feet of track…read morerepresenting a run from Napa north through Lake County with connections northbound to Portland and southbound to Stockton. My preschool-age train fanatic delighted in the detailed layout that had to have taken such patience and time. From the picnickers by the lake to the trains snaking through tunnels and hillsides, this miniature representation of life on the rails was expertly assembled by the Napa Valley Model Railroad Historical Society and if you'll allow, their hard work will transport you back to life in the 1940s.The society was formed in 1955 to advance the hobby of model railroading in the Napa Valley and surrounding areas. The organization was incorporated in 1966. The railroad is open to the public, be sure to check it out if you're in the area. Hours: Friday evenings 7:00 to Midnight Shows held in conjunction with events at the Napa Valley Exposition For more info dial: (707) 253-8428 or visit: www.nvmrc.org

Something that is free to take your kids to in Napa. This place is tiny, but if you or your kids…read moreare into trains, it's kinda neat to see the models. When you enter, there's a little brochure holder with checklist of things that kids can look for in the models (ie, Coca cola truck, etc). It's just down the road from Oxbow, so after hamburger with your kids, you should stop by here.

In a city that is split by the Napa River, the First Street bridge is pretty cool. Built in 1914…read moreand surviving multiple floods and earthquakes, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004. The bridge is reinforced concrete with three spans with a total length of 155 feet. It carries two lanes with a wide pedestrian sidewalk on each side. If you get here early enough when the water is still, you can get some amazing pictures. [Review 17598 overall - 391 in California - 1116 of 2022.]

Beautiful views on this lovely bridge at the heart of Downtown Napa!! I killed some time sight…read moreseeing and enjoying the views and sunlight before my lunch reservation at Ristorante Allegria. Definitely will visit First Street Bridge again when I return to Napa!

It's a beautiful and emotional tribute to the 9/11 tragedy…read more Steel beams from the towers were utilized for this memorial. The garden is beautiful and serene. It is exceptionally well maintained. Personally, it's a must-see if in Napa.

Along Main Street at the Napa Creek crossing, the 9/11 Memorial Garden integrates 30 tons of steel…read morefrom the wreckage of the World Trade Center into the garden. Laminated glass panels printed with the names of those who lost their lives that day. The panels are illuminated with LED lighting at night. The garden doesn't quite insulate the noise from Main Street but if you can tune that out, you'll have the opportunity to peacefully contemplate the events of that day. [Review 17608 overall - round number 400 in California - 1127 of 2022.]

Classic old homes and structures line both sides of this historic street which is the City of…read moreNapa's only official Historic Landmarks District. In the late 19th and 20th centuries, Calistoga Avenue was a major transportation artery between old historic Napa and the city of Calistoga (hence its name), turning sharply north at what is now Jefferson Street. In this area some homes were built as early as the 1800's, but real growth occurred after the construction of the electric railway in 1904-1905, which allowed workers to travel from jobs in Vallejo and at the Mare Island shipyards to homes in Napa. The simple Queen Anne / Eastlake cottages reflect the lifestyles of the inhabitants, but there is much attention to detail along cornices, porch columns, and window treatments, even in the rental houses. Some cottages picked up Italianate details in decorative trim, and many have hipped roofs. I stayed here for over a week and walked the neighborhood a dozen times. The houses here are beautiful, classic and worth your time to admire when you come to Napa. Or you can perhaps book some time in one of the B&B's. [Review 17556 overall - 352 in California - 1074 of 2022.]

Ashamed to say I've never explored downtown Napa..shame! We were in town to meet friends for dinner…read moreand had the opportunity to explore a number of locally owned stores, shops and street vendors. We've seriously been missing out! There was also a light show exhibit with observers of all ages to enjoy. Hubby and I made note of a few restaurants to come try as well.

When we come to Napa area to shop and dine, we absolutely LOVE walking around and enjoy our…read moresurroundings and history. From the restoration of these buildings, the art all around, and to the beautiful plants and flowers. What a great way to get our steps in and enjoy the views!! People watching is fun, too. Checking out businesses in between and meeting the friendly employees and owners is a bonus. Come check out the area and give a little love to these businesses. You won't be disappointed.

Best experience ever! I had 8 relatives from Japan come to visit my mother who is in Memory Care…read more Valley Vacay was responsive and bent over backwards to accommodate us. From picking us up at the airport, to driving us all over the Silicon Valley and San Francisco, the service was amazing. Edward, the owner, was our driver on the longest day 6:30am to 11pm, and he kept the group happy and met their every request--even a visit to Home Depot!? I cannot rave enough about Valley Vacay's services.

Edward is amazing and couldn't more highly recommend valley limo…read more We had a trip from SF to Sonoma for the day and the crew was on time, helpful, and so easy to work with. The car was new, had Bluetooth for music, and they had no problem getting to our favorite spots, even if they were off the beaten path. Will be booking again soon :)

This weekend was my second time visiting the tasting room and it was just as great as the first…read moretime. 1. Their bottles are perfect for a novice wine drinker or full-fledged aficionado. The Pinot and 2020 Estate Cab are my favorites. 2. Tastings are affordable and the playlist is a mix of oldies and groovy RNB music. 3. The living room/couch set up is COMFORTABLE with a great view of all the goodies for purchase. 4. Adam Housley walked in, greeted all the patrons, and truly made us feel welcomed. The staff are already incredibly kind and well informed, but his surprise appearance was the cherry on top.

My friend and I Ubered an hour North to Napa for an afternoon away. We didn't plan much besides our…read morelunch. After we finished eating, I frantically researched (read: checked Yelp) for a winery to visit. Housley seemed to fit the bill--good reviews, dog-friendly (we had her dog with us), and what seemed to be a reasonable tasting price. We get there and we realize it's owned by Tamera Mowry (who is now Mowry-Housley!) There's a picture of her and her husband (a former baseball player) in the window. We're sort-of starstruck. Shortly after, her husband (and the winery's owner) Adam walks up with their daughter and asks us how we're doing. We continue to be starstruck. Service was wonderful. Seating was comfy. The views weren't the best (we were drinking on the sidewalk and there's a parklet too.) The 5 wines for $29 was not bad, but the size of the pours was lacking. The first pour was the smallest and then slowly they seemed to give us more (maybe they heard me!) Honestly, the pricier wines tasted better. I wish our wine tasting could've been free if we bought two bottles or something--I would've done that! Cute merch and store with goodies inside. Bathroom is clean. Would be back!

Great historical park in the Sonoma square behind the visitor center. Free admission and…read moreknowledgeable docents. Worth a stop

Stumbled upon this incredible FREE historic park in the heart of Sonoma. I was on vacation with the…read moreladies in my family here and we were walking around down by the Square of Sonoma and walked upon this spot. First of all, I love that this is a free attraction. So incredibly amazing. At first, I thought it was just the open area with some old buildings and a few signs that explained a little bit about the history. But as we continued walking down the street, we realized it was a lot more to see! There's a hotel you can look in and see how it was setup back in the day (1800s/early 1900s) which was so cool. They also had artifacts enclosed that you could look at as well. They even had a room where you could watch a movie playing that told more about the history of Sonoma. It was seriously such a cool experience and I honestly don't want to give too much away. A good experience even for kids to run around and see. Definitely think it's worth stopping to enjoy and love that it's free to the public!