Visalia California
Family marveling at the size of the trees in Sequoia National Park
View of Cedar Grove in Kings Canyon National Park
Family posing for a selfie in front of Visalia Fox Theatre
Rows of citrus trees spotted on a farm tour
Lake Kaweah, a popular destination for fun on the water, in the Sierra Nevada foothills
Splashing around Sequoia Springs water park at Visalia Adventure Park
Epic hike along Moro Rock Trail in Sequoia National Park
Almond trees in bloom along the Orchard and Blossom Trail scenic drive
Sampling craft beer at BarrelHouse Brewing in the Brewery District
Interactive painting exhibit at the ImagineU Children's Museum
- Major Airports:
- Fresno Yosemite (FAT)
- San Francisco (SFO)
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- States:
- California
California charm at the gateway to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Americana at its Best
Looking for that authentic, movie-like, classic American town? You’ll find it in Visalia! Stroll pedestrian-friendly Main Street for great shopping and dining, catch a Visalia Rawhide baseball game at Valley Strong Stadium, or mingle with the locals during one of many downtown events. For a closer look at the city’s wealth of Art Deco architecture, check out The Darling Hotel. Lovingly renovated to its 1930s glory and named among TripAdvisor’s Hottest New Hotels in the World, this boutique hotel is a must-see beauty, whether you stay here or dine on the rooftop at Elderwood. History buffs will enjoy the self-guided “Visalia Then and Now” downtown walking tour. Relive the days when horses roamed the streets and discover landmarks such as the old town jailhouse and the beautifully restored Visalia Fox Theatre.
Outdoor Playground
In addition to the national parks just a drive away, Visalia boasts hundreds of kilometers of hiking and biking trails, as well as water recreation on Lake Kaweah. The Sequoia Riverlands Trust Preserve connects nature lovers with six unique protected lands where you can go for a hike and even volunteer for the trail stewardship program. Downtown, marvel at the 20-meter-tall sequoia tree, planted as a sapling in