A converted movie house from 1939, the Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts is currently an entertainment venue that's home to some of Fresno's best performing arts. The modern deco masterpiece acts as the anchor of the Tower District. The Tower Theatre hosts a wide variety of music, stand-up and theatrical performances throughout the year.
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.
Admire the architecture of the historical Meux Home Museum from the outside, and head inside for a one hour tour of this preserved and restored Victorian middle-class residence. The home was built in 1888 for Civil War doctor and surgeon Dr. Meux and was passed on through his family for generations. Fresno's oldest dwelling is a piece of history that's open for you to explore.
Embrace the wild at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo. You can find all sorts of exotic animals at this accredited zoo, including large cats, birds, reptiles and the popular elephants. Located in the center of Roeding Park, this wild attraction was originally a safe haven for abandoned exotic pets. It has grown to encompass more than 18 acres since its creation in 1929 in a log cabin.