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Fresno, one of the major cities in California’s Central Valley, is warm in both temperament and temperature. The hospitable residents are quick to celebrate their town’s numerous charms. Pick up a rental car through Orbitz to explore the city center, roaming from the neon-lit Tower District to the family-friendly attractions throughout the suburbs.
Once you’ve had your fill of Fresno, eating at its diverse selection of restaurants or taking in the Fresno Chaffee Zoo and the sights of Downtown, get back in your rental car. Some of California’s most exciting destinations are just a quick car ride away.
Use Fresno as your base for exploring Central and Northern California. Once you’ve picked up your rental car, you’re ready to visit some of these exciting destinations.
Head northeast out of central Fresno to find one of the town’s most charming attractions. As the name suggests, it’s a maze of gardens hidden within tunnels and grottoes, built in the early 20th century as a way of combating the Central Valley’s heat.
Journey time: Around 15 minutes
Distance: Approximately eight miles
Californian cool is epitomized by this coastal town, which hosts attractions including an atmospheric waterfront of wood-paneled houses and an array of popular seafood restaurants. Don’t miss the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which houses everything from adorable otters to sinister sharks.
Journey time: Around 2.5 hours
Distance: Approximately 150 miles
Of all of California’s impressive national parks, Yosemite might be its most dramatic, where the iconic, sheer face of Half Dome towers over forested valleys. Drive along the winding roads of the valleys, stopping to marvel at the plunging waterfalls and the soaring peaks.
Journey time: Around 2.5 hours
Distance: Approximately 90 miles