About the Area

Surrounded by lush rolling foothills and breathtaking vineyard landscapes, the quaint little town of Yountville, California is a quiet community set in the heart of Napa Valley Wine Country.  Spectacular vistas and vineyards stretch out in all directions. Set amongst magnificent scenery, the beautiful Napa Valley is a majestic land carpeted with prized vineyards that trace uniform patterns over gently rolling hills.  Every turn is imprinted with a picture postcard scene, brushed boldly with warm greens and rich ambers.

Yountville is surrounded by lush rolling foothills
and breathtaking vineyard landscapes

The Napa Valley itself is approximately 26 miles long and spans six cities.  From the gateway of the Valley, Napa begins the journey and heading north, there is Yountville, Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena and Calistoga.   About fifty miles to the south is the San Francisco Bay Area.  About three hours northeast of Napa is Lake Tahoe, Nevada, a favorite getaway for the local people in Northern California.

About an hour north of San Francisco, Yountville is about 60 miles west of Sacramento, nestled between Napa and St. Helena on Highway 29 near Lake Berryessa and the San Francisco Bay.

Although just a mile in length, the Town of Yountville offers a selection of diverse and breathtaking surrounds. Spectacular panoramic vineyards, manicured gardens and American country porches are Yountville’s backdrop for the perfect Napa Valley escape.

Yountville may look like the tiny burg that time forgot, and in this poky town with its front-porch charm, the neighbors talk to each other over fences and keep their porches freshly painted because that's where they sit on a summer's eve.  Yountville is a walking town, rich with history and character rooted in a century past and you can walk everywhere.

A beautiful little town, you can walk everywhere in Yountville

Yountville is a vacationer's dream. Beside the obvious wine attractions, Yountville offers a multitude of attractions that add to the dynamic of Napa Valley. Visitors can take in the history, the culture, wine, art and heritage of the Valley all together while visiting the Napa Valley Museum.  Sunrise hot air balloon rides, an afternoon of golf, a historical walking tour, a set of tennis or a bicycle ride down a quaint vineyard lane are just a sampling of what Yountville has to offer.  A tour on the Napa Valley Wine Train offers a wonderful wine tasting venue as well as spectacular scenery!

Thrill to a sunrise hot air balloon ride above the early morning mist as lush vineyards and world-famous wineries drift into view

Yountville has retained its rural charm and residential character while encouraging the commercial centers to retain the charm and taste that has become synonymous with Yountville. Today’s visitor will find a variety of gourmet restaurants, exquisite retail shops, antiques and art galleries, and world-class wine tasting opportunities.

Washington Street in Yountville, California

In Yountville, the seasons come to life with festivals, celebrations and events.  In March, Yountville celebrates the Napa Valley Mustard Festival with "A Taste of Yountville".  This Yountville showcase features traditional samplings of gourmet restaurant fare, olive oil, vinegar and mustard as well as fine wine and micro-brew tastings. A cornucopia of lifestyle demonstrations by retailers and innkeepers, including fashions shows, tours, furniture restoration demonstrations and celebrity chef mini-workshops awaits visitors.

In early June, the valley celebrates the Napa Valley Wine Auction in nearby St Helena.  One of the world's largest charity wine events, this prestigious event has raised more that $53 million for local Napa County charities since 1981.

Fall is harvest and crush time in the Napa Valley which means time for the Wine and Crafts Fair. Vendors from all over California vie to have a booth in downtown Napa during this street festival. It's a great place to do holiday shopping, and there's the added attraction of wine tasting by Napa Valley's premier wineries 

A walking tour of historic downtown Napa will take you where you can enjoy the quaint shops of Old Town Napa and town center or you can take the Napa Downtown Trolley which will take you to the new Wine Country Outlet Mall.  The Trolley runs every 20 to 30 minutes, and it's free!

Christmas comes to sparkling life the day after Thanksgiving with the kick-off of Yountville’s "Festival of Lights," heralding a joyous month-long celebration of holiday events and entertainment through New Year’s Eve.  Strolling musicians, jugglers, face painters and artists join Yountville’s restaurants and wineries along Washington Street.  Vendors offer sumptuous samplings, holiday treats and the wine that makes the Napa Valley famous. That evening join Santa as the entire town is set aglow with thousands of sparkling white lights.

The holidays are also a very special time in neighbouring downtown Napa. The Candlelight Home Tour offers the chance to see the interiors of some of Napa's most beautiful Victorian homes.

Located at the northern end of the Valley, Calistoga is popular for its natural hot springs and spas.

Calistoga is also home to The Old Faithful Geyser of California.  The Geyser is one of only three "Old Faithfuls" in the world, designated as such because of its constant and predictable eruptions. The Geyser is an all-natural phenomenon which tosses a scalding curtain of water anywhere from 60 to upwards of 100 feet into the air.  This spectacle is a true rarity, and there’s no better place to see it than in Calistoga.  Currently, Old Faithful is erupting approximately every 30 minutes, ensuring a minimal waiting period for an exciting and educational experience. 

The Old Faithful Geyser of California, located in Nearby Calistoga, is one of only three "Old Faithfuls" in the world

The Petrified Forest, near Calistoga, is a beautiful venue that takes visitors back 3 million years to follow the trail left by petrified redwood trees. The park also offers a perfect setting for adventure sports like hiking and biking.

The Napa Valley is now host to millions of visitors each year, coming to experience not only the wineries, but the beauty and richness of the land.  Locals and visitors alike can find quiet rest and relaxation--or a myriad of activity--all in a near perfect climate. Yountville, the Heart of  the Napa Valley has it all.