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Top 10 Things to do in Napa Valley (that don't involve wine)- February Edition

(that don't involve wine)

The top 10 things to do in Napa Valley if you don’t drink wine. This is a list specific for the month of February. Please contact the individual providers for more details. Enjoy!

There are many options to choose from! Here are some unique spas that will allow for relaxation in a unique and beautiful winter setting.

Spa Terra

A hushed environment unlike any other in Napa Valley. Unwind in the serenity of their 22,000 square foot Estate Cave - 40 feet underground - where their award-winning spa soothes with natural stone and copper accents, blended with old-world Florentine architecture and furnishings.

Mud Baths at Roman Spa

Indulge in a signature Calistoga experience as you submerge in our unique blend of volcanic ash, natural peat, and geothermal mineral water. Mud baths naturally detoxify the body, soothe muscles and hydrate the skin. This enriching journey ends in a mineral soak with a clay mud mask followed by a rejuvenating cool-down phase, including our lemon and cucumber electrolyte beverage; revitalizing and energizing the body.
www.romanspahotsprings.com/spa/spa-menu 

Spa Solage


Detox, retox, repeat is the mantra here. A luxury experience At the center of it all is our award-winning 20,000 square foot Spa Solage, which showcases the renowned Calistoga mud and mineral water therapies that have attracted spa-goers to this northern stretch of Napa Valley since the 19th century. The Bathhouse, our spa’s very heart, delivers the ultimate wellness experience, featuring exclusive geothermal pools with temperatures that range from icy cold, to a comforting 98°, and a soothing 103°. https://aubergeresorts.com/solage/wellness/spa/

Hot springs

Indian Springs

There are many options for hot springs in Calistoga, yet some hot springs offerings stand above the rest. Indian Springs has a lush palm-tree lined property with an Olympic-size swimming pool with geothermal waters (90-99 degrees F) bubbling right behind it. https://www.indianspringscalistoga.com/spa-overview

Bike Ride Through the Vines

Wind through the valley on the newly renovated vine trail. Paved for bikes and pedestrians, it spans from Napa to Yountville, though not fully connected just yet.

Take the 12 miles from Vallejo to American Canyon or 8.5 miles from St. Helena to Calistoga.

Soundbath 

Sound baths use different frequencies to promote healing, release and a way to calm the nervous system. There are numerous other benefits that promote relaxation. Dina Saalisi ues bowls made of pure quartz crystal and infused with precious gemstones and metals, when used in sound baths, the various tones create harmonies with similar vibrations found in nature. Deeply nourishing and supporting your energy centers from a higher frequency, the resonance extends beyond your time being “bathed” and continues to create healing within your entire energetic system.

Benefits include:

  • A calmer, more relaxed demeanor.

  • A more positive outlook on life.

  • Improved sleep.

  • Better focus and clarity.

  • More joy and inspiration.

  • Less physical pain and inflammation.

  • Greater emotional balance.

  • Healthier lifestyle choices.

  • More authenticity.
    www.dinasaalisi.com/public-experiences

Natural Perfumery Class

Learn the basic structure of Slow Scent® natural perfume formulation and blending techniques. By the end of the workshop, you will have created your signature perfume using the formula you developed in class. Whether you are new to natural perfumery or have attended previous workshops, you are welcome to join us! All materials will be provided. https://www.nimbusarts.org/class-camps/adult-classes/

Oxbow Market and Gardens

A beautiful indoor/outdoor 40K square foot marketplace featuring 22 local and regional artisan food and wine vendors and restaurants.The Market is open seven days a week, and only closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Most tenants of Oxbow Public Market are open until 9:00pm seven days a week with later hours on Friday evenings. https://oxbowpublicmarket.com/about-oxbow/oxbow-public-market-fact-sheet/ 

Olive Oil, Wine and Tea Tasting

Explore McEvoy Ranch, a 550-acre family-owned farm known for award-winning Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Experience breathtaking views of the Petaluma Valley while you delve into the Ranch’s history, all while sipping on a glass of Rosebud Rosé. You’ll begin your journey meeting the charming Ranch goats, then visit the Glass House that houses an array of succulents. Enjoy a private Olive Oil and Wine Tasting at the unique Pavilion, and discover Elton John's signed red piano at the Victorian house. Conclude your journey at the Frantoio (Olive Oil Mill) and Tasting Room. https://aubergeresorts.com/stanlyranch/experiences/ski-week/

Horseback Riding Tour

Though California's wine country may be celebrated for its vineyards, the rolling hills and abundant sunshine also make it a perfect place to rejuvenate in nature. Outdoor enthusiasts do just that with this horseback riding adventure north of San Francisco, where you mount horses, trot through the wilderness on Southlake Trail, and take in the stunning views from Skaggs Vista.

Tibetan Yoga class

A form of yoga that focused on being present in the body, awareness of breath, sensations and feeling tones. There is movement, holding of postures, chanting and sitting in stillness. This combination can lead you toward a deep capacity to know your inner self, and discover what your being is yearning to manifest in this one precious life. https://www.healingmoonlodge.org/classes/kum-nye-tibetan-yoga-and-relaxation