Summer sunset in Napa Valley vineyard

The Visit Napa Valley Blog

Best Places to Watch Sports and the Big Game

Just because you’re taking a fabulous vacation in Napa Valley wine country doesn’t mean you have to skip out on following your favorite teams while you’re away. In fact, while Napa Valley has hundreds of wine tasting rooms, it also has dozens of great sports bars and other venues that are perfect…

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Best Places for Ice Cream & Frosé

When the sun is shining, there’s no better way to cool down than with something sweet — and Napa Valley delivers with an array of irresistible options. Whether you're in the mood for a classic cone, a rooftop indulgence, or a something sweet with an adult twist, we've got your guide to the very best…

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Best Wineries & Parks to Picnic in Napa Valley

There is nothing more quintessential to the Napa Valley experience than enjoying a picnic lunch at a scenic winery. With picture perfect weather nearly year-round, a plethora of gourmet foods – from artisanal cheese and snacks, freshly-baked breads, and artfully crafted sandwiches – and of course…

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Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month June 2025

While June is known as Pride Month, Napa Valley proudly welcomes LGBTQ+ travelers year-round. With a variety of events and attractions that celebrate LGBTQ+ guests and allies—paired with Napa Valley’s picture-perfect weather—this celebratory month is one you don’t want to miss! With rainbow flags…

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Memorial Day Weekend 2025 in Napa Valley

It’s Memorial Day weekend, and you want to come to beautiful Napa Valley to spend three days soaking up the summer sun and sipping some wine. If you’re not sure where to begin, here are some ideas to get you started. BottleRock Music Festival The BottleRock Napa Valley music festival, now in its…

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Napa Valley Cheeseburger Trail

For every glass of Cabernet, Napa Valley has two great burgers to pair with it. From Michelin-rated to roadside, triple-stacked to classic, there are endless cheeseburgers in this paradise. How did this wine country destination get so lucky? Solve the burger equation, and it makes perfect sense. In…

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Napa Valley Rainy Day Plans

Sure, wine country is beautiful in summer when the sun is shining and the sky is blue. But winter in Napa Valley is also surprisingly serene and fun, even when it’s pouring down rain. Rainy days simply nudge you to double-down on cozy and intimate activities, which is easy when there are so many…

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A Perfect Day in Downtown Napa

Downtown Napa is the perfect destination to explore on foot. Visitors will find a slew of tasting rooms, local breweries, boutiques, restaurants, and more spanning several buzzy blocks, and you can spend an entire day strolling around and exploring the many new additions. Don’t miss public art…

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The Most Photographed Places in Napa Valley

Napa Valley’s natural beauty coupled with grand wineries, immaculate accommodations, chic restaurants, and breathtaking hiking trails make the ultimate location for snapping epic selfies and gorgeous Instagrammable photos. Here are just some of the most iconic places to photograph. "Welcome to Napa…

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