Napa Valley Guide
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I feel so lucky that my first visit to the area happened during late fall when the leaves had already changed and the air felt crisp. If you have been here for a while you already know my travels usually center around vintage shopping, good food, and finding as many coffee shops as possible. Napa Valley is often seen as an adult playground filled with endless wineries, but this guide will not include any wine tasting. I did not make it to a single winery, so I do not feel qualified to give recommendations. There are plenty of incredible blogs that offer long lists for anyone planning a wine focused trip. What I can tell you is that you can absolutely enjoy Napa without wine tasting.
Napa Valley is a destination where you will definitely spend a pretty penny, but every bit of it is worth planning the trip for. I ended up staying at Le Petit Pali and loved that it was tucked away from downtown St. Helena, giving the stay a cozy, peaceful vibe.
CALISTOGA
Four Seasons
The Francis House
The Bungalows
ST HELENA
Le Petit Pali
Auberge du Soleil
Meadowood
Alila
YOUNTVILLE
Lavender
Maison Fleurie
Vintage House
NAPA
Carneros Resort
Stanley Ranch
The George
Napa Valley definitely takes pride in its culinary excellence, and the coffee and pastries are just as thoughtfully crafted.
Bouchon Bakery
Model Bakery
Sam’s General Store
Understudy
La Cheve Bakery
Moulin
Ritual Coffee
Southside
Honor Market
I know there is a lot of fine dining in the area, so I tried my best to mix in both casual spots and restaurants that feel perfect for a special occasion.
CALISTOGA
Calistoga Depot
Busters BBQ
Fleetwood
Picobar
ST HELENA
The Station
Gott’s Roadside
Farmstead
The Charter Oak
Giugni’s Deli
Press
Yountville
Ciccio
Bistro Jeanty
Ad Hoc
The Coop
Bouchon Bistro
Clementine
RH Resturant
Bottega
*Oakville Grocery
NAPA
Loveski
Contimo
Hog Island Oysters
Stateline Road Smokehouse
Tacos El Muchacho Alegre
Scala Osteria
Sumo Dog
I came home with so many goodies from this trip that it quite literally got out of hand! On this list you will find a mix of antique shops, thrift stores, and charming little boutiques.
Nostalgia of Napa
Vintage Treehouse
Lolo’s Consignment
Napa Valley Vintage Home
Caractere
American Cancer Society Discovery Shop
Dovetail Boutique
Community Projects
Antiques on Second
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