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OakvilleOakville, California
Half a day: stop for a picnic at Oakville Grocery and a tasting at Robert Mondavi Winery, then move on. No need to sleep here.
Oakville is a tiny unincorporated township on Highway 29 in Napa Valley, best known for the historic Oakville Grocery (1881) and the Robert Mondavi Winery. With a population of about 70, it has no hotels, no nightlife and no public transport. Most visitors spend 2–4 hours here as a stop between Napa and St. Helena.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Nov–Feb (rain, some wineries close early)
- Airports
- SFO · OAK · STS
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Oakville911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Oakville, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSFO San Francisco International (About 1.5 h drive via Highway 101 and 37).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$4–6
- Street or quick mealOakville Grocery sandwich$12–18
- Budget bedHotel in Napa (double room), a night, per roomUS$150
- Mid-range bedHotel in Napa (double room), a night, per roomUS$250
- High-end bedHotel in Napa (double room), a night, per roomUS$400
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$150 · High US$300
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SFO San Francisco International (About 1.5 h drive via Highway 101 and 37) · OAK Oakland International (About 1 h 15 min drive) · STS Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (About 45 min drive; smaller airport)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Feb
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Mar
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
Avoid
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Jan (10 rain days), driest Jul (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Oakville: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
Feb
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
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Apr
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
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May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
1 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
0 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
0 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
1 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. Highway 29 runs through Oakville; parking is free at the grocery and wineries. No rideshare coverage is reliable.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 20 min
Drive north on Highway 29, about 20 min
Hot springs, mud baths and Old Faithful Geyser.
Door to door: 5 min
Drive south on Highway 29, about 5 min
French Laundry and other top restaurants.
Napa
goDoor to door: 15 min
Drive south on Highway 29, about 15 min
Downtown Napa's Oxbow Market and riverfront.
Door to door: 5 min
Drive south on Highway 29, about 5 min
Rutherford Grill and more wineries.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Napa
15 min south; full range of hotels and B&Bs.
St. Helena
10 min north; upscale inns and resorts.
Yountville
5 min south; boutique hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–100 (tasting fees and picnic)
- Mid
- $100–200 (tasting + lunch)
- High
- $200+ (private tasting and fine dining)
Trip budget
| Hotel in Napa (double room)1 × 1 night × US$250 | US$250 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$150 | US$300 |
| Tasting fee at Robert Mondavi Winery2 × US$50 · check | US$100 |
| Picnic lunch from Oakville Grocery2 × US$20 · check | US$40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$69 |
| Trip total≈ US$380 per person per day, bed included | US$759 |
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2026 estimate in USD; flights and accommodation excluded.
Prices of common things
| Wine tasting (one winery)Reservations recommended. | $30–75 |
| Oakville Grocery sandwich | $12–18 |
| Bottle of wine (from a tasting room) | $40–100+ |
| Coffee | $4–6 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Oakville Grocery closes early some days: call ahead for hours.
- Tastings at Robert Mondavi Winery require a reservation on the official site.
- No petrol station in Oakville; fill up in Napa or St. Helena.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Oakville Grocery → Robert Mondavi Winery: 5 min walk or 1 min drive
- Oakville → Napa (by car): 15 min
- Oakville → St. Helena (by car): 10 min
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- Hello — Hello
- Thank you — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- A glass of Cabernet, please — A glass of Cabernet, please
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Oakville. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Nov–Feb (rain, some wineries close early) · month by month →
- 3 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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