Calistoga at a Glance
Mount Saint Helena towers 4500 ft (1372 m) above Calistoga, creating an impressive
backdrop for this city in California's
Napa Valley. Known
for its abundance of geo-thermal activity, Calistoga is home to California's own
Old
Faithful geyser, as well as a popular hot springs that draws visitors from
far and wide. In addition to the lure of the hot springs, Calistoga offers several
spas that provide a variety of health and beauty treatments for visitors and locals.
These attractions bolster the area's appeal as a travel destination, which is
also famous for wine production. Balloon trips provide visitors a bird's-eye view
of the town and area, with several different local companies offering to take
guests above the vineyards for an incomparable view. Indoors, the Sharpsteen
Museum lets visitors step inside Napa Valley's past with extensive exhibits
and dioramas depicting the valley's history from pre-history to the present day.
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