Things to do & places to visit in Fresno, California, United States

Fresno city in California, United States. Timezone: America/Los_Angeles, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 12:29.

Top things to do (26)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Meux Home Museum (49 reviews)
- Great tour of Fresno's 1880 mansion
Speciality Museums

This museum was once the home of a Civil War-era surgeon. See more..
5.0 Blossom Trail (24 reviews)
- Beautiful even in the rain!
Spent More than 3 hours Hiking Trails

I couldn't get enough of the groves. It stormed our entire stay, but I had to keep jumping out of the truck to take photos. While there are maps of drives, we just kept taking back roads to different destinations and would come upon them. One of our favorite groves were the plum trees (pink trees in photos) next to Bari Olive Oil in Dinuba (go tasting while you're there). Another one we just happened to see was in Fresno on South Maple Ave, just south of East Central (white trees in photos). See more..
5.0 Legion of Valor Museum (24 reviews)
- Honoring those who keep us free
Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums

This museum is packed with artifacts and primary sources of ACTUAL heroes that serviced during every war of our country and every military service. All of the docents are veterans who are so willing to share their knowledge and experience. It’s AMAZING! See more..
5.0 Ziveli Winery (5 reviews)
- Great wines, great people.
Friday: Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Great wines, nice indoor/outdoor settings, and the staff bend over backwards to make it really enjoyable. Unique cuisine, also. See more..
5.0 Garden of the Sun (5 reviews)
- Beauty from Public Service
Gardens

Remarkable to think UC Master Gardener Volunteers keep this oasis alive and thriving (with the guidance of UC ANR). With areas featuring Food crops, child friendly demonstrations, drought tolerant options and more - you can come, enjoy and learn. Check the website for open hours. See more..
5.0 Vineyard Farmers Market (4 reviews)
- Rain or Shine!
Friday: Spent 1-2 hours Farmers Markets

My trip to Fresno was a wash out. Rain every day. The Old Town Clovis Farmers Market closed, but the Vineyard Farmers Market is rain or shine. Since we were staying in our RV, we decided to pick up something to cook up. While it was obvious that some vendors decided not to come due to the rain, those that did were quite busy. Thankfully Roots Farms was there and we were able to get a Pork sirloin and jowl bacon ($25). We also grabbed some fresh cauliflower crowns and radishes. And because we were surrounded by the beauty of the blooming almond trees, we had to grab some organic almonds. See more..
5.0 The Tower Theatre for Performing Arts (4 reviews)
- Show Offs
Spent 2-3 hours Theaters

The Tower Theatre was build in 1939 as a Fox movie house. It underwent a complete restored in 1989, and was placed on the National Historical Register in 1993. In an effort to keep cultural arts alive the Tower Theatre brings entertainment that represents all genres of performing arts. See more..
5.0 Avocado Lake Park (3 reviews)
- Nature experience
Friday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Bodies of Water • Hiking Trails • Dams

Great area nice and clean, very peaceful enjoyes every moment of it. It's only $5 entry at the gate and there is lots of space. See more..
5.0 Fresno Art Galleries (3 reviews)
- Mental Health Awareness Month Art Hop
Art Galleries
I work for Behavioral Health & we recognize Mental Health Awareness every year in May. This year we were honored to be able to have an Art Show for many of our clients during May. This socialized many people who would have otherwise just stayed in their homes alone for the evening. We have so many talented people within our community with Mental Illness that just want to be recognized & helped to get well. This was a step towards that goal of destroying the stigma behind mental illness. See more..
5.0 Boole Tree Trail (2 reviews)
- Stunning
Spent 2-3 hours Hiking Trails
Wow what a amazing stunning Place. I will always remember my visit here. It was breathtaking. I recommend this place. See more..
5.0 LoMac Winery (2 reviews)
- Great local wine!!
Friday: Wineries & Vineyards
I really like the wine here, the time I visited the owner was pouring the testing and that's something you don't often see, I like the reds a lot, his brother is also close by for also great wines, over all I do recommend the wine here, it's great and not expensive, plus if you are in luck you get to have some chocolates!! See more..
4.5 Fresno Chaffee Zoo (1.071 reviews)
- Amazing!
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Zoos

The Zoo is open daily. Pre-purchase timed entry tickets on our website before you arrive for priority entry. See more..
4.5 Forestiere Underground Gardens (817 reviews)
- $45 for two people BUT worth It!!
Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Gardens

Take a tour off Highway 99 and visit Fresno's best kept secret. *A hand-built network of underground rooms, courtyards and passageways reminiscent of the ancient catacombs. *Unique fruit producing trees, shrubs, and vines growing underground - some over 90 years old! *Ancient Roman architecture - arches, vaults and stone-built walls. *Underground micro-climates - temperature variations of 10 to 30 degrees! *Underground home of Sicilian visionary and self-taught artist/builder Baldassare Forestiere. See more..
4.5 Woodward Regional Park (277 reviews)
- The Change of Colors
Friday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Parks

We haven't been here for over 30+years. But came back to visit my mom. We had some downtime and wanted to check it out. This was well worth the $5.00 entrance fee. The colors of the trees are still in Fall colors. Absolutely beautiful to see. The Shinzin Gardens are just as beautiful. This is a must see. See more..
4.5 Shinzen Japanese Garden (152 reviews)
- Located inside the Woodward Park
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Gardens

The Shinzen Friendship Garden is a traditional northwestern American Japanese Garden. The Garden was constructed to honor Fresno’s Sister City, Kochi, Japan, celebrating the spirit of understanding and promoting educational and cultural awareness. The beauty, grace and serenity of Japanese design is present in the use of varied plant material, rocks and stones, and water throughout the five acre garden. The garden is designed around the four seasons of Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter; granite markers identify each section. In the Fall of 2015 we were proud to be chosen to house and display the world-class Clark Bonsai Collection, which is now on permanent display in the garden, offering a seasonal rotation of some of the finest Bonsai in the United States. See more..
4.5 Fresno Art Museum (51 reviews)
- One of the oldest (long lasting) museums in Fresno
Friday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Art Museums

The Fresno Art Museum’s focus is on contemporary and modern art, photography, ethnographic, and cultural exhibitions that reflect and celebrate the diverse population of the San Joaquin Valley. Exhibitions are curated in-house by Museum staff or are specially chosen traveling exhibitions and most change twice per year. The artists exhibited range from emerging and established local artists to artists from around the globe. Since 1988 FAM‘s Council of 100 annually recognizes a late-career, internationally-known woman artist with a Distinguished Woman Artist award and exhibition. FAM has a collection of Pre-Columbian artworks from Mexico and the Andes on permanent display and holds a permanent collection of over 3,500 works. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR HOURS . We close for exhibition change-over every January and late June through July, and occasionally close for special events. See more..
4.5 Chukchansi Park (48 reviews)
- Game on!
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Arenas & Stadiums

I've had more than one occation to visit Chukchansi Park. It's as close as you can get to Vegas style gaming, and service . Through out the years of enjoyed the gaming challenge. I have been a "Summit" member #007 parking spot. I visit occasionally , less often as I did a few years ago. I still regard it as great casino. See more..
4.5 Kearney Mansion Museum & Gallery (36 reviews)
- Home of the Annual Civil War Reenactments
Friday: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Historic Sites

Bring your family and friends to the Kearney Historic Site for a guided tour that provides a glimpse of the San Joaquin Valley's agricultural beginnings through the life and times of M. Theo Kearney - a California ag pioneer who came to be known as the Raisin King. Tour the turn-of-the-century ranch manager's residence (known as the Superintendent's Lodge) that was part of the ranch headquarters of Kearney's Fruit Vale Estate. The hour-long tour of the Superintendent's Lodge includes a visit to the Museum Store. Public Tour Hours: Saturday and Sunday 1:00, 2:00 or 3:00 pm. Adults $6 Seniors (60 & up) $5 Students (13-17 or with ID) $5 Children (3-12) $4 Free for Historical Society members and children under the age of 3. Please note: Fresno County charges a $5.00 Per vehicle fee for entrance into Kearney Park See more..
4.5 Fresno Discovery Center (32 reviews)
- Awesome educational fun!
Friday: Spent 1-2 hours Science Museums

Our mission is to ignite curiosity and imagination in Central Valley youth by providing hands-on STEAM experiences. We are a small science center located on 5.5 acres. Kids love to run around and play in our meadow, dino dig, and playground. Everyone enjoys the Deutsch Cactus Garden, Garden of the Sun, turtle/koi pond, hands-on exhibits, and great activities facilitated by our friendly staff. See more..
4.5 St. Johns Cathedral of Fresno (24 reviews)
- Outstanding glorious stunning church in Fresno!
Churches & Cathedrals

This is one Beautiful Church, both inside and out. The architecture is absolutely stunning. We were lucky when we stopped by, while taking pictures of the exterior, We met Father Alex who gave us a quick tour and allowed us in for photos and prayer. Next time we are in the area we will be sure to time our visit to attend mass at this classic historic church. God Bless.... See more..
4.5 Arte Americas (19 reviews)
- Always good!
Friday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Art Galleries

There is always a creative and original display. I particularly like the annual " Dia de los Muertos" in Oct/Nov. See more..
4.5 St George Greek Orthodox Church (12 reviews)
- Greekfest!
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

My family attends the Greekfest. This is a delight! Love the food music and the pastor. Such a treat in this beautiful cathedral. See more..
4.5 Moravia Wines (10 reviews)
- Enjoyed our visit here!
Wineries & Vineyards

Glad we stopped to meet the Hammonds and learn the history behind them naming the winery. Nice tasting room and great setting makes this a wonderful stop on a lazy Fresno afternoon. The wines are nice and there are many scheduled performances to enjoy. A small gift area complements the tasting room. This place is a work of love and it shows. See more..
4.5 First Armenian Presbyterian Church (5 reviews)
- Upcoming Cookbook Anniversary and Autumn Food Bazaaar at William Saroyan's Boyhood Church
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

William Saroyan's boyhood Church -- the First Armenian Presbyterian of Fresno -- will mark the 2018 Thanksgiving Season with its 121st Annual Autumn Merchants' Lunch and Country Store. The traditional ethnic food bazaar will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 8, 2018. The Church Campus will be the lunch site, 430 South First Street at Historic Huntington Boulevard near Downtown Fresno. In addition to beef filet and seasoned chicken kebab lunches, guests will enjoy a Country Store featuring authentic Armenian pastries and breads and the abundant produce of the Great Central Valley of California. The Merchants' Lunch also marks the Silver Anniversary of the Congregation's acclaimed cookbook, "A Hundred Years and Still Cooking," which was reviewed in the Los Angeles Times in 1998. Lunch tickets are $15; Store items are separately priced. See more..
4.0 Island Waterpark (78 reviews)
- Fun day with the family
Friday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Water Parks

Really great water park. Decided to go here instead of hurricane harbor. Glad I did the lines were short and my kids and I rode everything multiple times. They allow you to bring ice chests and outside food in to your picnic spot. We rented a cabana and watched the kids all day. Serve booze too lol See more..
4.0 Rotary Storyland Playland Family Amusement Park (48 reviews)
- This Small Theme Park is Great for Small Children
Friday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Amusement & Theme Parks

Storyland is so cute. If you are expecting Disneyland, don't go. It is small and you can do the entire park in about 4 hours if the lines are not long. They have older kiddie rides and figures of dinosaurs that are just adorable. The prices are reasonable and parking is easy. It has been refreshed, but still an older type park with typical fair type rides. But is is fun, your kids (3-8) will love it. If you are in town go there. You will like it. See more..
4.0 Fashion Fair Mall (36 reviews)
- Good stores selection!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Shopping Malls

I live in Visalia but I usually come to this mall, very rare I visit the Visalia mall, but here in Fresno I do like coming, they have the stores my friends like and the few ones I like, plus there are couple restaurants to visit after or before shopping! See more..
4.0 Save Mart Arena (29 reviews)
- Largest Venue Site in Fresno
Arenas & Stadiums

Great site for concerts, nicely maintained. Have been to many ball games, concerts and graduations. Plenty of parking. See more..
4.0 Old Fresno Water Tower (10 reviews)
- One Historic part of Old Fresno that was not destroyed
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings

Fresno, in my opinion destroyed too much of the old sections of Fresno and were prepared to destroy this magnificat gem of Old Fresno. Fortunately ffrom the efforts of many fine folks, this old water tower was saved and is a look at old history. You can go inside on special days, may fine artists have painted this scenc reminder of days gone by and many photographers such as myself have taken many photos of this site. See more..
3.5 Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center (35 reviews)
- There for Brit Floyd Concert
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Convention Centers

Nice clean modern building. Light food and bar available. Easy access and exit. Comfortable seats and good acoustics. Nice place to be entertained !~! See more..