When you think about a weekend away in the Napa Valley, you think of walkable downtown areas, great independent businesses, and, of course, delicious local wineries and vineyards. However, there's no getting around the fact that Napa is expensive and can be super crowded. However, there are a few alternative spots in California if you want the vibe of Napa without the high price tag and hordes of tourists.

Located to the northeast of Napa, further inland in California, lies an underrated, historic small city that is the ideal Napa Valley dupe. With its roots firmly in the Gold Rush era of Californian history, there are beautiful buildings around every turn, awesome museums and galleries, and a central downtown area that's bustling with community events.

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