A vibrant mixed use of commercial and residential buildings focused around the bends of the Napa River, downtown Napa tastefully combines the best of old and new Napa. Residents who live in the Downtown Neighborhood can enjoy easy strolls to the Oxbow Public Market and nearby seasonal Farmers Market; restaurants owned by celebrity chefs next to local family-friendly eateries; live music at The Blue Note in the historic Napa Valley Opera House, and shopping that spans local boutique stores to international names. Bordering Downtown is Fuller Park, primarily a residential neighborhood, with many examples of period architecture. Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, Craftsman, and Italianate architecture styles can all be found in Downtown Napa. It is part of the National Register of Historic Places and has many homes on the Registry. In addition, it hosts a major city park, named after the area, and is the government hub housing all County of Napa offices.
Downtown Napa has undergone a transformation in recent years with the development of Napa's River Front and First Street Napa which is a collection of shops, restaurants and boutique Archer Hotel. Downtown Napa has become a destination for visitors and locals alike for its vibrant night life which includes several live music venues, wine bars, tasting lounges and a myriad of dining options spanning everything from casual bar fare to fine dining. Living in Downtown Napa is highly desirable for residents who are eager to be close to the action.