Many tourists stay in Fresno hotels because of the city's proximity to Yosemite and Kings Canyon National Park. Most travelers visit Fresno during the summer because it gets rather cold by California standards during the winter. Many find it advantageous to set up a home base at one of the many Fresno hotels and visit the many beautiful parks during their stay. Upscale and budget hotels are easy to find in all areas of the city.

Fresno Quick Picks and Tips

Conventions

The Fresno Convention Center is located near many hotels and has housed many major events, including the California Women's Conference.

Dining

The large Asian population in Fresno means that there is no shortage of Chinese and Japanese restaurants. The Tower District is a particularly good place to eat, especially for those seeking international cuisine at affordable prices.

Major Point of Interest

Warnors Theater is a historic building in the downtown area. The building has hosted the Berlin Philharmonic and many other high-end performers since it opened in 1928, and today it is found on the National Register of Historic Places.

Shopping

There are certainly many great shopping locations in Fresno. Fashion Fair Mall is a good place to find clothes and electronics, as it is home to hundreds of different stores.

Sports

The Fresno Grizzlies of the Pacific Coast League play baseball at Chukchansi Park, while the Arena Football League's Central Valley Coyotes and the North American Hockey League's Fresno Monsters play at Selland Arena.