Scenic One-Day Road Trip from San Francisco to Napa Valley

Day 1: Wineries and Views

Napa Valley, CA

8:00AM

Breakfast at Mama's on Washington Square

Kick off your day with a hearty breakfast at Mama's, renowned for its French toast and crab omelet, providing you the energy needed for a great day ahead.
After breakfast, walk to your car parked nearby and head out of the city via US-101 N.
USD25, 1 hour

9:30AM

Drive to Napa Valley

Enjoy a scenic drive across the Golden Gate Bridge and through picturesque landscapes towards Napa Valley, where vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see.
Continue on US-101 N and take CA-37 E to CA-29 N for about 60 miles.
USD0, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Wine Tasting at V. Sattui Winery

Indulge in a guided wine tasting experience at V. Sattui Winery, known for its stunning grounds and delightful wines, providing the perfect introduction to Napa’s offerings.
Follow signs to V. Sattui Winery once you reach Napa.
USD40, 1.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at The Oxbow Public Market

Savor a variety of local foods at The Oxbow Market, where you can find delicious options like gourmet sandwiches and artisanal cheeses.
A quick 10-minute drive or 5-minute taxi ride from the winery will get you to the market.
USD20, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Downtown Napa

Spend a leisurely hour browsing the shops and enjoying the waterfront views in Downtown Napa before heading to your next winery destination.
Take a short drive (about 5 minutes) to reach downtown.
USD0, 1 hour

2:30PM

Wine Tasting at Rombauer Vineyards

Head over to Rombauer Vineyards for another delightful wine tasting amidst stunning vineyard vistas, allowing you to soak in the beauty of Napa Valley.
A 15-minute drive from Downtown Napa to Rombauer.
USD30, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Capture Sunset Views at Napa Valley

Spend some time basking in the beauty of the golden hour, taking stunning photos of the rolling hills and vineyards as the sun begins to set.
You can either stay at the vineyard or find a picturesque spot nearby.
USD0, 1 hour

5:00PM

Drive Back to San Francisco

Savor the memories of your day as you journey back to San Francisco, with the scenic sunset to accompany your drive.
Follow CA-29 S back to US-101 S.
USD0, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Nopa

Conclude your day with a delicious farm-to-table dinner at Nopa, known for its vibrant atmosphere and contemporary takes on classic dishes.
Drive to the restaurant from the city center of San Francisco, which should be less than a 10-minute drive.
USD60, 1.5 hours
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