Napa Art Walk: A Stroll Through Downtown Sculpture
Discover captivating sculptures on a self-guided tour through downtown Napa's vibrant streets and scenic riverfront. A bi-annual outdoor art experience.
The Napa Art Walk is a curated, bi-annual outdoor art exhibition that transforms downtown Napa into an open-air sculpture gallery. Launched in 2009, the Art Walk features a rotating collection of juried sculptures from artists across the Western United States. The sculptures are strategically placed throughout the downtown area, encouraging visitors and residents alike to explore the city's streets and riverfront promenade while discovering art. The program is designed to enhance the local environment, promote public engagement with art, and stimulate the downtown economy. Each exhibition cycle lasts two years, with new collections installed to offer fresh artistic experiences. Themes often reflect contemporary issues; the 2024-2026 Art Walk focuses on Climate Action and Sustainability. Visitors can embark on a self-guided tour using printed or downloadable brochures with maps of art locations. Audio tours are also available through the OtoCast app, providing insights from the artists themselves. The Napa Art Walk is a unique opportunity to experience art in an accessible and engaging way, set against the backdrop of downtown Napa's revitalized cityscape.
Local tips
- Grab a map from the visitor center for a self-guided tour, or download the mobile guide for artist insights.
- Combine your art walk with a visit to the Napa Farmers Market on Saturdays for local treats and produce.
- Explore beyond the Art Walk; downtown Napa features murals, the 'dancing feet' on the Riverfront Promenade, and other public art.
A brief summary to Napa Art Walk
- 1000 Main St, Napa, California, 94559, US
- +1707-257-9529
- Visit website
Getting There
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Walking
The Napa Art Walk is located throughout downtown Napa, primarily along Main Street and the Riverfront Promenade. Starting from the Napa Valley Welcome Center at 600 Main Street, you can easily access the Art Walk. Head north on Main Street and keep an eye out for sculptures on the sidewalks and in public spaces. The Art Walk extends towards the riverfront, where you'll find more installations along the promenade. The area is pedestrian-friendly with free parking available.
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Public Transport
If arriving via public transport, the VINE Transit system serves downtown Napa. Several routes stop near the Napa Valley Welcome Center and along Main Street. From the Soscol Gateway Transit Center, it's a short walk north towards Main Street to begin your Art Walk experience. A single ride on VINE costs around $1.75.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Napa. A short taxi ride from the Soscol Gateway Transit Center to the Napa Valley Welcome Center will cost approximately $16. Parking is free in downtown Napa, so that is another viable option.
