Advance America

Experience Japan without leaving the States when you visit the authentic Shinzen Japanese Garden. This garden features Japanese architecture incorporated into the meticulously kept landscape. View the Cherry Blossoms in full bloom. Stop by the Tea Garden to witness a tea ceremony. Experience outdoor tranquility by the koi pond. Join in one of the many cultural festivities hosted in the garden throughout the year.

Take your loved one on a romantic getaway at the Blossom Trail Bed & Breakfast. Located just a few minutes outside of Fresno, this converted ranch is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Enjoy a weekend stay at one of the houses, or spend a longer time at the Garden Apartments. Enjoy views of the Sierra Foothills, stroll through the abundant rose gardens filled with sculptural art, or hike through the popular Fruit Trail.

Walk through Fresno's amazing Forestiere Underground Gardens. Designed in the style of ancient catacombs, this subterranean network showcases some of the most unique trees, shrubs and vines found in the state of California. Tours of this underground attraction are available on the hour, on a first-come first-serve basis. Bring your walking shoes and get ready to explore these unique gardens.

Bring you inner artist out at the semi-monthly ArtHop. ArtHop provides local artists with the opportunity to showcase their work-whether traditional or contemporary-on the first and third Thursday of each month. Visit the Tower District and downtown's museums, studios, galleries and other venues to see these exhibitions. Be sure to visit the local vendors who join as well.