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Napa Valley with kids

A family-friendly day: a real castle to explore, a garden tasting where children are welcome, burgers outside, and pizza for dinner.

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Napa Valley Lodge

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Napa Valley Lodge

Stay · Yountville

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The day

A castle, a garden and pizza

  1. Castello di Amorosa
    10:00Castello di AmorosaWinery · Calistoga

    A full-scale castle that kids love to explore. Reservations are required; ask about options for younger guests when you book.

    Reserve a tasting
  2. Gott's Roadside (St. Helena)
    12:30Gott's Roadside (St. Helena)Restaurant · St. Helena

    Burgers, shakes and outdoor tables; walk-ins welcome and easy with kids.

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  3. Frog's Leap
    14:30Frog's LeapWinery · Rutherford · From $50 per person

    A relaxed garden tasting in Rutherford that welcomes families, from $50 per person for adults.

    Reserve a tasting
  4. Ciccio
    17:30CiccioRestaurant · Yountville

    Pizza and Italian in Yountville, a family-friendly early dinner. Book ahead for a table.

    Book a table

Getting around

With kids, a parent usually drives; keep tastings light or book 6-Hour Private Wine Country Tour of Napa in Crossover SUV (up to 6 people), a private SUV for up to six.

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Good to know

  • Two wineries is the right number with children.
  • Pack snacks and water; vineyard paths get warm in the afternoon.
  • Ask whether children count toward your reservation size.
  • A hotel with a pool makes the late afternoon easy.

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