Napa
Valley is made up of several beautiful destinations for you to
visit. Napa, St. Helena, Calistoga, and Yountville are
all waiting for you. As you begin exploring up valley on
Highway 29. You may find that the traffic slows and for a very
good reason, that is the only way to take in the splendor and
beauty of the Valley, nice and slow..
Destinations
Napa
- The origins of the City of Napa as a busy wharf
city and silver lode in the 1850's are being rediscovered today
among the historic treasures of Old Town. The dominating
spire of the Presbyterian Church, the County Court House and the
Napa Valley Opera House have been lovingly resorted for
residents and visitors to embrace the city's 150 year role as
capitol of Northern California's Wine Country. Today there
are many attractions and activities for you to enjoy, the Wine
Train will take you through the valley, small cruise ships will
sail you around San Francisco Bay in the heart of California's
Wine Country, Napa Valley Marina for all the water sports and
activities you could want, shopping, dining, art, and historic
sites all await your arrival.
Yountville
- George Calvert Yount, the first white settler
in the Napa Valley, came to the Yountville area in 1831.
Yount was a rancher, miller and trapper. He is credited
with encouraging other American pioneers to establish ranches in
the Nsapa Valley. Today the town boasts of beauty and
unique attractions. Today there are three massive stone
buildings that house a honeycomb of specialty shops and
restaurants called Vintage 1870. It's a great place to walk and
shop, taste wine and dine. Yountville has many other find
shops and restaurants outside the Vintage 1870 Complex.
Washington Square offers fine restaurants , art galleries and
specialty shops. Beard Plaza is another small, unique
shopping area and Washington Street is laden with treasures
waiting to be found. So come and enjoy what have been
available for decades.
St.
Helena - The City of St. Helena is located in the
center of the world famous wine growing Napa Valley, 65 miles
north of San Francisco. The area was settled in 1834 as part of
General Vallejo's land grant. The City of St. Helena was
incorporated as a City on March 24, 1876 and reincorporated on
May 14, 1889. The city from its inception has served as a rural
agricultural center. Over the years, with the growth and
development of the wine industry, the City has become an
important business and banking center for the wine industry. The
city also receives many visitors as a result of the wine
industry and the areas scenic qualities. The main goal of the
City is to maintain a small-town atmosphere and to provide
quality services to its citizens. The City of St. Helena
is a General Law City and operates under the Council-City
Administrator form of government. The City Council is the
governing body and has the power to make and enforce all laws
and set policy related to municipal affairs. The City
Administrator is responsible for carrying out the policies of
the City Council and for the proper and efficient management of
municipal activities. The City Administrator directs and manages
the various departments and municipal services through appointed
Department Heads who directly supervise and administer the
various City programs, services, and activities.
Calistoga
- Located at the quiet
upper end of Napa Valley, this charming small town oasis is
noted for its world-renowned spas. This illustrious reputation
is derived from it dozens of spas that offer the visitor spa
treatments ranging from traditional mineral-rich hot springs and
volcanic mud baths , to herbal wraps, massages and more.The main street of this hospitable town
is studded with clothing boutiques, wine shops, restaurants,
candy stores, art, jewelry, pottery and ceramic galleries.
Napa
Valley is made up of several beautiful destinations for you to
visit. Napa, St. Helena, Calistoga, and Yountville are
all waiting for you. As you begin exploring up valley on
Highway 29. You may find that the traffic slows and for a very
good reason, that is the only way to take in the splendor and
beauty of the Valley, nice and slow..