When you get ready for a trip to Napa Valley, you probably know many of the top activities here in the such as wine tasting and fine dining. However, Napa Valley has many activities that are not as well known as others and are sure to add value to your stay. Here are five things to do in Napa you probably didn’t know you could.
Music Festivals
As mentioned, Napa Valley is known for wine tastings as the area features countless award-winning wineries. The region’s weather allows Napa Valley to be a top climate for producing wine. The beautiful weather also makes Napa Valley a great spot to host outdoor events throughout the year. Some of the lesser-known events that take place here in the area are the music festivals. Perhaps the biggest music festival that takes place in Napa Valley each year is the BottleRock Music Festival. This annual festival takes place in the month of May each year to kick off the summer season in style. The festival brings out some of the top level talent in the music industry across a variety of genres. Previous years have brought out artists including Stevie Nicks, Justin Timberlake, Ed Sheeran, and so many others. BottleRock also has a culinary portion to the festival too, where award-winning chefs are featured on a culinary stage. There is so much to unpack here at BottleRock that the best way to learn more about it is by attending it yourself!
Bothe Napa Valley State Park
The area surrounding Napa Valley is also a great spot to see the outdoors. The Northern California landscape is a popular destination to see the massive redwood trees that are known for their bright trunks and huge height. Seeing redwoods is best done when closer to the coast, where the climate allows them to truly thrive. However, you can see redwoods during your stay in Napa Valley when you visit the Bothe Napa Valley State Park. This state park is the farthest inland where you can find redwood trees standing tall above you. The spacious park is a great spot to enjoy the outdoors. There are over 10 miles of hiking trails that will take you to incredible views to check out. You can enjoy a picnic at the picnic areas or go swimming out in the water. The coastal redwoods will keep you nice and cool in the summer shading you from the sun. Don’t miss out on seeing the redwoods in person at Bothe Napa Valley State Park.
Relax at Calistoga Spa Hot Springs
Vacation is all about relaxing and you can do just that when you visit Calistoga Spa Hot Springs. They are situated right on top of a geothermal spring that allows visitors to take a dip in the warm mineral water. Visiting Calistoga is a short drive from Napa Valley but is worth it for a few hours of spa treatments. In addition to the mineral spa you can enjoy mud baths, massages, and so much more. Those who book spa services at Calistoga are also able to purchase passes for the mineral pools to combine your relaxation experience together. There is no wrong way to relax when vacationing to Napa Valley.
Try Out Lesser-Known Wineries
Napa Valley is home to the biggest names in the winery business and will all be close by your vacation rental. However, try something new out by visiting lesser known wineries and vineyards for a more unique experience. Palmaz Vineyards is a highly rated winery that fuses tradition and technology together to produce award-winning wines. Their vineyard sits on three different elevations to produce a unique destination hidden in the hills. They are best known for their Winery Cave, their subterranean winery that extends 18 stories into Mount George. Visitors can stop by Palmaz Vineyards to enjoy a tasting flight and experience the magic for yourself.
Stop by Napa Valley Olive Oil
Napa Valley has become a name in the culinary world for its abundance of award winning chefs working in the area. You can experience fine dining from home and your vacation rental when you shop at the right places in town. Napa Valley Olive Oil is our locally produced olive mill that features high quality olive oil to use for your dishes. Their Italian grocery store is hidden on site where you can pick up high quality meats, cheeses, produce, pasta, and more. This is where you want to shop to pick up ingredients for a decadent meal made at your vacation property.
More Fun Here in Napa Valley
As you can see, there is much more to do in Napa Valley than tour wineries. Book today and experience these charming activities for yourself.