NAPA, CA — Founded by Nathan Coombs in 1847, the City of Napa is considered the Napa Valley’s commercial center and is now home to more than 25 wine tasting rooms; numerous luxury hotels and inns; three live entertainment venues; a downtown Art Walk; and a wide selection of shops, boutiques, and restaurants — all located within walking distance to one another in the historic downtown.
The City of Napa is also home to Oxbow Public Market, which features artisanal foods and local wine, and the Napa Valley Wine Train, which offers visitors a three-hour leisurely ride in vintage cars to St. Helena and back. For outdoor enthusiasts, Napa also features four parks (Alston; Skyline; Westwood Hills and Trancas Crossing) and numerous trails open to equestrians, mountain bikers, hikers and dog walkers. For water lovers, the Napa River offers kayaking and paddle boarding opportunities.