Napa Valley Pictures

People come to Napa Valley to taste the grapes — plain and simple. Glowimages Getty Images

The area's landmark sign on Highway 29 welcomes visitors. Visit Napa Valley

The Napa Valley region is known for exceptional wine coupled with fresh cuisine. Trinette Reed Getty Images

When the grapes are picked and harvested, wild flowers take their place.  Napa Valley Destination Council Courtesy of the Napa Valley Destination Council

Fall is a gorgeous time to visit Napa thanks to the turning of the leaves leaving an orange and red glow over the valley. Napa Valley Destination Council Courtesy of the Napa Valley Destination Council

Tourists in wine country become very familiar with the sight of large pressing and storing facilities like this one. lyng883 Flickr

Napa is a valley, which means it's surrounded by mountains and hills on all sides.  Napa Valley Destination Council Courtesy of the Napa Valley Destination Council

While some prefer to drive through California wine country, others like to float through it. Napa Valley Destination Council Courtesy of the Napa Valley Destination Council

Far Niente Courtesy of Far Niente

The Napa Valley Wine Train offers visitors meals on wheels (and wine). Drew Jacksich Flickr

Signing up for a bike tour instead of a limo tour is one of the easiest ways to cut costs in Napa. Visit Napa Valley

Need a break from wine tasting? Head to downtown Napa for some retail therapy. Visit Napa Valley

This country farm meets winery is the perfect place to enjoy great company, organic wines and incredible views.  Frog's Leap Frog's Leap

This appointment-only winery offers personalized tours in an intimate atmopshere.  O'Brien Estate O'Brien Estate

A trip to Napa is as much about the food as it is about the wine. Traveler favorites inlcude Morimoto, Angèle Restaurant & Bar and The French Laundry, among many others. Visit Napa Valley

At the northern end of the Napa Valley region, the Robert Louis Stevenson State Park offers plenty of forest acres for hiking and camping. LMaru Getty Images

These cow sculptures by Veronica di Rosa are just some of the pieces you'll spot when visiting the outdoor sculpture garden. Courtesy di Rosa, Napa

If you happen upon this Napa Valley winery, you might think you were in Medieval Europe. Jim Sullivan Castello di Amorosa

This subterranean wine storage facility regularly elicits oohs and aahs from its visitors. Schramsberg Vineyards Courtesy of Schramsberg Vineyards

The Far Niente Estate is perfect for those who want to avoid the crowds. Just make sure to call ahead a book an appointment-only tour.  Far Niente Courtesy of Far Niente

At the Robert Mondavi Winery you'll find lots of wine, but also live entertainment and an extensive art collection.  Courtesy Robert Mondavi Winery