Folie à Deux vineyard, St. Helena

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St. Helena

Folie à Deux vineyard, St. Helena

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Best timeMar–Nov
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Nearest airportSTS · 19 mi
Typical stay$165/night
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Overview

St. Helena is in Napa Valley in the Bay Area of California.

1 sights · 8 things to do · 1 places to eat · 8 places to stay

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Best things about St. Helena

Robert Louis Stevenson Museum (formerly Silverado Museum)

The largest collection of Robert Louis Stevenson's works outside of Scotland. Eight thousand manuscripts, photos, and letters.

V. Sattui

Tastings cost $5-$10. They also have a wonderful deli and picnic tables.

Charles Krug Winery

This winery is a national historical land mark.

Louis M. Martini Winery

Cabernet Sauvignon and Italian varietals.

Beringer

Established in 1873, Beringer is the oldest winery in Napa Valley. Enjoy the history by taking the Vintage Legacy Tour at 11AM ($40) which takes you through the winery and tunnels and includes wine tasting and barrel tas…

Whitehall Lane Winery

Whitehall Lane Winery

This family owned winery specializes in Cabernets.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Mar–Nov. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Sonoma)

Jan: 5.5 in rain5.5"Jan: high 57°F, low 38°F57°38°JanFeb: 5.4 in rain5.4"Feb: high 62°F, low 40°F62°40°FebMar: 3.8 in rain3.8"Mar: high 65°F, low 42°F65°42°MarApr: 1.8 in rain1.8"Apr: high 69°F, low 44°F69°44°AprMay: 1.0 in rain1"May: high 75°F, low 48°F75°48°MayJun: 0.3 in rain0.3"Jun: high 83°F, low 51°F83°51°JunJul: 0.0 in rain0"Jul: high 86°F, low 54°F86°54°JulAug: 0.1 in rain0.1"Aug: high 86°F, low 53°F86°53°AugSep: 0.1 in rain0.1"Sep: high 85°F, low 51°F85°51°SepOct: 1.5 in rain1.5"Oct: high 78°F, low 47°F78°47°OctNov: 3.0 in rain3"Nov: high 65°F, low 42°F65°42°NovDec: 5.8 in rain5.8"Dec: high 57°F, low 38°F57°38°Dec

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

  • From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
  • STS Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport, Santa Rosa — 19 mi away. Directions
  • CCR Buchanan Field, Concord — 42 mi away. Directions
  • SMF Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento — 49 mi away (major hub). Directions

From San Francisco: Highway 101 North over the Golden Gate Bridge, to Highway 37; Highway 37 East towards Vallejo/Napa, to Highway 121; Highway 121 North towards Napa to Highway 29 North to St. Helena.

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Budget & where to stay

  • Places to stay listed here: about $125–$350 a night (typical $165), from 8 listed prices.
  • Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$170, mid-range ~$240, comfortable ~$520.

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Sample 2-day itinerary

Day 1

  • Morning Robert Louis Stevenson Museum (formerly Silverado Museum), Beringer, Charles Krug Winery
  • Lunch Gott's Roadside
  • Afternoon Meadowood Napa Valley, Louis M. Martini Winery

Day 2

  • Morning V. Sattui, Whitehall Lane Winery
  • Afternoon Heitz Cellars, Health Spa Napa Valley

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

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    Get in

    By plane

    By car

    From San Francisco: Highway 101 North over the Golden Gate Bridge, to Highway 37; Highway 37 East towards Vallejo/Napa, to Highway 121; Highway 121 North towards Napa to Highway 29 North to St. Helena.

    Get around

    St. Helena is a small town, but the wineries are spread out. Driving is recommended but biking can also be fun. Please do not Drink and Drive. Even though you may not feel like you are drinking, it only takes a few wine tastings to be over the legal limit. Be safe and designate a driver or hire a taxi or limo.

    • Elite Limo +1 707 265-8777

    See

    See Robert Louis Stevenson Museum (formerly Silverado Museum)

    The largest collection of Robert Louis Stevenson's works outside of Scotland. Eight thousand manuscripts, photos, and letters.

    📍 1490 Library Ln🕒 Tue-Sat noon-4PM💲 Free, $10/person donation encouraged☎ +1 707 963-3757Checked Aug 2025
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    Do

    Wine Tasting

    Do V. Sattui

    Tastings cost $5-$10. They also have a wonderful deli and picnic tables.

    📍 1111 White Ln🕒 Summer 9AM-6PM, winter 9AM-5PM, closed only on Christmas day
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    Do Charles Krug Winery

    This winery is a national historical land mark.

    📍 2800 Main St🕒 10:30AM-5PM☎ +1 707 967-2200
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    Do Heitz Cellars

    Enjoy outside seating with views of the vineyards and wine tasting of several vintages and varieties of wines.

    📍 436 St. Helena Hwy.Hwy 29🕒 11AM-4:30PM☎ +1 707 963-3542
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    Do Louis M. Martini Winery

    Cabernet Sauvignon and Italian varietals.

    📍 254 S Saint Helena HwyHwy 29🕒 10AM-6PM☎ +1 707 963-2736Checked Aug 2025
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    Do Beringer

    Established in 1873, Beringer is the oldest winery in Napa Valley. Enjoy the history by taking the Vintage Legacy Tour at 11AM ($40) which takes you through the winery and tunnels and includes wine tasting and barrel tasting.

    📍 2000 Main St💲 Wine tasting: $10 3-wine flight☎ +1 707 963-4812
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    Whitehall Lane Winery

    Do Whitehall Lane Winery

    This family owned winery specializes in Cabernets.

    📍 1563 St. Helena HwyHwy 29🕒 10AM-5ː30PM. Reservations recommended💲 Wine tasting: $40-90. Tours $75☎ +1 707-963-9454Checked Aug 2025
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    Spas

    Do Health Spa Napa Valley

    Relax, indulge and detox at this peaceful spa in St. Helena. Health spa goes beyond the standard spa treatments, offering private Yoga and Pilates classes as well as fitness assessments.

    📍 1030 Main St💲 Massage starting at $75, Facials Starting at $120, body treatments starting at $120, private yoga $85☎ +1 707 967-8800
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    Do Meadowood Napa Valley

    Indulge in a spa treatment and send your husband out for a game of golf. Meadowood offers spa treatments, croquest, golf, tennis, swimming and hiking.

    📍 900 Meadowood Ln💲 Treatments starting at $135☎ +1 707-967-1200Checked Aug 2025
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    Buy

    Shop Main Street Book Store

    Main Street Book Store is a fantastic independent book store in the heart of St. Helena with a knowledgeable owner that can help you navigate the narrow bookshelves to find the perfect book for you.

    📍 1315 Main St.☎ +1 707 963-1338
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    Eat

    Sleep

    Stay El Bonita Motel

    This budget motel is a good way to save a few dollars while enjoying the wine country. Their rooms are basic but the pool and hot tub are a treat after a day of wine tasting. El Bonita would be ideal for those traveling with children, rent a "Homestead" room and enjoy the kitchenette.

    📍 195 Main St💲 Nov - Mar: $99–190, Mar-May: $125–269, May-Nov: $145–289
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    Stay Harvest Inn

    An English Tudor lodge with beautifully decorated rooms, serene gardens and a luxurious spa. Most rooms with fireplaces.

    📍 One Main St💲 $125–359 Off Season, $419–529 High Season⚠ Last checked Jun 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Stay Hotel St. Helena

    Reminiscent of old fashion boarding houses. Some rooms have private baths while others share a bathroom down the hall. Call for prices.

    📍 1309 Main St☎ +1 707 963-4388
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    Stay SouthBridge Napa Valley

    Luxurious rooms with views.

    📍 1020 Main St💲 Starting at $225☎ +1 707-967-9400
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    Stay Meadowood Resort

    85 Cottages, suites and lodges forming an exclusive get away with its own golf course and spa.

    📍 900 Meadowood Ln💲 Suites: $350-3,125 depending on season and size
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    Stay Vineyard Country Inn

    A beautiful estate home with cottages in the back, offering 21 suites, swimming pool, jacuzzi and breakfast.

    📍 201 Main St💲 Rooms: $185-325☎ +1 707 963-1000
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    Stay Wine Country Inn

    Perched on a knoll overlooking manicured vineyards, the Wine Country Inn is a romantic B&B offering 24 rooms and five luxury cottages.

    📍 1152 Lodi Ln☎ +1 707 963-7077
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    Stay Ink House

    This 1884 historic landmark hotel combines Victorian elegance and modern facilities in the midst of the Napa Valley's world famous wine growing region. Seven guest bedrooms from $179 + tax. No restaurant, but gourmet breakfast included.

    📍 1575 St. Helena HighwayHwy 29
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