4 days in Fresno Itinerary

The only metropolitan hub nestled between three national parks, Fresno makes a surprisingly lively getaway.

Head to Simonian Farms and Kearney Mansion Museum & Galleryfor some retail therapy. Do some cultural sightseeing at California State Mining and Mineral Museum and Ficklin Vineyards. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Fresno: Quady Winery (in Madera) and Southgate Brewing Company (in Oakhurst). And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Shinzen Japanese Garden, make a splash at Island Waterpark, see where the action happens at Chukchansi Park, and learn the secrets of beer at Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Company.

For reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Fresno road trip planning site.

In July, daytime highs in Fresno are 100°F, while nighttime lows are 70°F.