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Sharpsteen Museum divides its exhibits between the work of Disney animator Ben Sharpsteen, his colleagues, and topics of local historical interest. Particular attention is given to Sam Brannan, California’s first millionaire, who gave the town its name. The Sharpsteen Museum's great strength is its focus on making the exhibits invariably interesting and amusing, featuring exhibits and dioramas that depict life in 19th-century Calistoga. Although there is no entry fee to the museum, donations are encouraged.

The Castello di Amorosa, located in Calistoga, is truly one of the most unique wineries in Napa Valley. This genuine castle took 14 years to build and opened in 2007. The castle has many features that make it truly unique, including a moat, a drawbridge, a chapel and even a torture chamber, complete with authentic instruments of inflicting pain like the iron maiden. Other than the exquisite craftsmanship, the castle offers several different wine tasting packages, although they do not have a winery on site. Visitors can also take horse-drawn carriage tours of the estate and attend church services in the castle.

The Schramsberg winery was established way back in the year 1862 by German immigrants, and a century later it became the first winery in America to attempt the production of sparkling wines. Today, it produces eight varietals of sparkling wine—they are made primarily from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes and all of them are bottle-fermented. For a taste, you can visit this historic winery by appointment.

The name "old faithful" is most closely associated with the Yellowstone Park geyser, but it is actually used to describe any geyser that erupts on a regular schedule. Boiling hot water shoots 60 feet (18.3 meters) into the crystal blue sky, while spectators gather casually around and witness this natural spectacle. Also don't miss the fascinating exhibit on geyser eruptions and earthquake predictions.

The Francis Ford Coppola Winery located in Geyserville just north of Healdsburg is much more than just a winery. While they do, of course have a vineyard and produce their own wine, along with daily tours, the Coppola Winery offers many more services perfect for the whole family, even the kids. The Winery features two swimming pools, connected buy a water bridge with jets of water shooting over it, and private cabines and lounge chairs surrounding the pool. Other entertainment options include the winery's bocce ball court and a whole library of games, all of which are free to use. The winery also features a restaurant - RUSTIC, Francis's Favorites and Pool Cafe, a movie museum (it is a Coppola winery, after all) and a "Godfather" inspired pavilion which hosts private events as well as concerts.

Feeling lucky? Then stop by one of northern California's popular Indian casinos. River Rock Casino is the name. You can play blackjack, three-card poker, pai gow poker and select from over 1600 slot machines! After that head to the Quail Run Restaurant, and enjoy from a great variety of food while watching the sun set over Alexander valley.