Our Wine Sisters have been asking for it, and now you have it – our Guide to Napa Valley, Wine Sisterhood-style! In this guide, we’ll be bringing you our favorite places to wine, dine, stay and play in Napa Valley. 

First up – the town of Napa. Here are our insider recommendations: 

Hotels

Andaz Napa, Downtown Napa – Within walking distance of all the new happenings in downtown Napa. No pool. 

The Westin Verasa Napa – The Oxbow Public Market is just down the block. La Toque Restaurant is located in the hotel. 

Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa – Jump right on Highway 29 to head Up Valley. Nice pool and all the amenities. 

Eating & Drinking

Downtown Napa

Norman Rose – Elegant bar food. 

ZuZu – Tapas. 

Angele – French, on the river. 

Bounty Hunter – Funky wine bar and beer can chicken. 

Oxbow Market – Lots of different, casual dining choices, fun shopping and people watching. 

Splurge

La Toque                                                            

Dive Bar

Henry’s 

Must-See Wineries

Hess Collection – Modern art.  

Artesa – Red, white, sparkling wines–stunning view. 

Palmaz – Spectacular, but hefty tasting fee—by appointment only. 

Tips from the Wine Sisters

• There are 500+ wineries in Napa Valley! Pick the ones that most interest you (whether you like their wines or are interested in a particular experience–such as a blending seminar or food pairing session.) The Napa Valley Vintners Association is a great resource or check out the individual winery web sites for details. 

• Most wineries are open from 10-5. Plan on one visit before lunch, lunch, then one or two visits in the afternoon. Leave more time if you do plan on a special tasting or educational session.

• At most wineries, if you buy enough wine or join the wine club, your tasting fee will be refunded.

• It’s ok to split a tasting between two people.

• It’s ok to spit after tasting—you won’t hurt anybody’s feelings!

• If you don’t have a designated driver, there are several town car & Limo tour services. Uber and the Black Tie Taxi services are also available.

• Most restaurants do take reservations, and it is highly recommended.

• Stagecoach Express in Napa will ship wine to most states (where legal). Call (707-257-1888) for more information. 

In the coming weeks we’ll be adding more to this guide, stay tuned for Wine Sister insider recommendations for Yountville, Oakville/Rutherford, St. Helena and Calistoga. 

Find more of our guides here: 

Wine Sister Insider Guide: Yountville

Wine Sister Insider Guide: Oakville & Rutherford

Wine Sister Insider Guide: Calistoga

Wine Sister Insider Guide: St. Helena