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.
Enjoy dinner and a show at Roger Rocka's Dinner Theater. Sit back and let the Good Company Players entertain you through their musical performances as you eat your meal. Located in Fresno's Tower Theater District, this dinner theater also serves a delicious Sunday Brunch, complete with an omelette bar. Whether you go in the morning or evening, you'll be sure to leave Roger Rocka's grinning from ear to ear.
Sip on a locally made beer at the Sequoia Brewing Company Bar & Grill. Perfect for a late dinner and ice-cold brew, the Sequoia Brewing Company offers a variety of award winning micro-brew ales and lager on tap. Enjoy high-quality craft beer or even handcrafted Root Beer (for those who are not yet 21) while you eat a tasty meal and listen to the music of a local band.
Although you will have to drive about two hours outside of Fresno to reach it, Yosemite National Park is well worth the trip. This national park encompasses 761,268 acres, with spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls and Giant Sequoia groves. The seven square miles of Yosemite Valley are wonderful for camping, hiking, biking and even swimming. This designated wilderness is the perfect outdoor escape from urban life.