Napa Valley California, USA Travel Guide
Ride-sharing for convenient transportation between wineries or to dinner.
Make restaurant and winery reservations. Tock is common for higher-end experiences.
Navigation, real-time traffic updates. Download offline maps for spotty cell service.
Scan wine labels, get info, read reviews, and note your favorite wines.
Check daily forecasts for temperature changes and precipitation for clothing choices.
Official tourism site with comprehensive information on wineries, restaurants, accommodations, events, and activities. Visitnapavalley.com
Official trade association for Napa Valley wineries. Detail about wineries, events, and quality commitment. Napavintners.com
Online local publication featuring articles on events, dining, lifestyle, and attractions. A local perspective. Napavalleylifemagazine.com
Website for the Culinary Institute of America's public campus in Napa. Lists classes and events. Ciaatcopia.com
Official website for Napa County's public bus system, with routes and schedules. Vinetransit.com
Follow @VisitNapaValley and @NapaVintners on platforms like Instagram or Facebook for real-time updates and event announcements.
Search for "Napa Valley wine podcast" on your preferred platform. Many discuss history, wineries, and culinary scene, providing background.
Many individual wineries and restaurants maintain active social media presences, offering glimpses into their offerings and daily operations.
Films offer an entertaining look at pivotal moments in the valley's wine history, like "Bottle Shock."
Podcasts about wine or the region offer historical context and interesting background before your visit.
Physical maps remain useful for navigation, especially in rural areas where cell service might be inconsistent.
Knowing how to access emergency and medical services is part of safe travel. Keep these contacts readily available.
This film dramatizes the 1976 "Judgment of Paris," where Napa Valley wines famously triumphed.
This documentary series follows aspiring sommeliers and broadens wine education.
Many podcasts discuss Napa Valley's history, wineries, and culinary scene.
Visit galleries in St. Helena, Yountville, or downtown Napa to see works by regional artists.
Attend performances at the Uptown Theatre Napa or Blue Note Napa.
Engage with TripAdvisor forums for Napa Valley or Reddit's r/NapaValley for tips.
These platforms allow you to ask questions, read personal travel experiences, and get tips from other travelers.
Look for current guidebooks on California Wine Country or specifically Napa Valley from reputable travel publishers.
Keep contact details for your country's embassy or nearest consulate (likely in San Francisco) readily available.
Explore Napa Valley's stories through films, art, and online communities. These resources deepen your appreciation for the region.
