Fresno

Fresno is in the San Joaquin Valley of California. The city has a population presence, as of 2010, estimated at 505,479 and around 1 million live in the county.

Fresno Halal Travel Guide

Many visitors find themselves stopping in Fresno on the way to Yosemite National Park, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, or other destinations in the Sierras. The Save Mart Center at California State University, Fresno ("Fresno State") has also played host to concerts featuring high-profile acts.

Fresno's most famous son is the writer William Saroyan, after whom a local theater is named. The city has a large Hmong community.

How is the Climate in Fresno

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Winter weather typically features highs around F60, and "extreme" lows in the low to mid 30s F, often with morning fog and sometimes frost. Rain fall is sparse and occurs exclusively in winter and early spring months. Most rain storms last less than 2 days and are often spread weeks apart. It is not uncommon to experience hail, however it is very rare to see snow fall on the valley floor. The few times it does snow and the snow rarely sticks over night. While winter temperatures can reach below freezing, most all storms feature "warm fronts" that more or less eliminate the chance for snow (mid to low 40s Friday is a typical "cold" rain storm).

Summer temperatures average in the mid-90s F. Days with high temperatures F110 or above are not uncommon. Humidity is only around 20% in the afternoon, though, making for a more bearable dry heat. The chance to find over 110° days commonly occurs beginning late July and continuing to mid August. During these days the low nighttime temperature will only get down to the mid 80s F. It is common for a heat wave to last two weeks.

Travel to Fresno

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Buy a Flight ticket to and from Fresno

• Fresno/Yosemite International Airport IATA Flight Code: FAT former name, "Fresno Air Terminal" - 36.770931, -119.718961 - Fresno Yosemite International Airport - Fresno airport CA - 17 Aug 1998 Served by carriers: Allegiant, American Airlines/American Eagle, Delta Air Lines/Skywest, Horizon, Mexicana, and United/United Express. Non-stop Flights to Dallas/Fort Worth, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco and to Guadalajara, Mexico. Flights to Los Angeles or San Francisco may seem overpriced, but if you are continuing your journey, you might find that the Fresno leg of the trip won't dramatically increase the cost of your ticket.

Travel by train to Fresno

Amtrak serves Fresno with six trains a day via its San Joaquin route, running south to Bakersfield and north to either Sacramento or Oakland. Fresno station GPS 36.738316,-119.782623 is in a historic Santa Fe Passenger Depot at 2650 Tulare St.

Fresno is also planned to become one of the first stops of the LA to San Francisco high speed rail system that is under construction, with a planned partial opening in 2022.

By car

Almost everybody gets to Fresno by car. The drive to Fresno takes about 3 hours from San Francisco, 3.5 hours from Los Angeles, and 5.5 hours from San Diego. Coming from the southern Peninsula (Bay Area) | Peninsula or South Bay, most people take U.S. Highway 101 to Gilroy, State Highway 152 over Pacheco Pass and through Los Banos and then State Highway 99 south to Fresno. From the northern Peninsula, one might take highway 92 over the San Mateo Bridge, to 880 North and then 580 East to 205 East to 5 North to 120 East to 99 South. From Los Angeles, take Interstate 5 north and State Highway 99 north. Fresno is accessible from the southern Central Coast (California) | Central Coast by State Highway 41, usually used with State Highway 46. Fresno is the largest city in the United States without an Interstate highway running through it, but 99 provides much of that function and is slated to be upgraded to Interstate status.

Travel on a Bus in Fresno

Greyhound has a terminal next to Amtrak in downtown Fresno. Exercise caution in this area at night.

• Yosemite Area Regional Transit System - YARTS - Opening Hours: Year-round The YARTS shuttle travels on Highway 41 between Fresno and Wawona and Yosemite Valley, with stops at the Fresno Amtrak/Greyhound station, Fresno airport, CSU Fresno (Shaw & Barton), North Fresno (Howard & Fresno), and the Highway 145 Park & Ride. Ticket prices include park entry, and can be purchased from the shuttle driver.

Get Around

By car

As is typical in California Central Valley cities, a vehicle is useful and often necessary to access most parts of town. There is a modest bus system, ortation/fax/ Fresno Area Express (FAX)], but a vehicle would be advised. Traffic congestion in Fresno is not as bad as larger places in California, but Shaw and Herndon avenues can get quite crowded, especially since there is no east-west freeway through the north side. CA-99 runs along the west side of the city, becoming semi-rural before exiting Fresno County on the northwest side of Fresno. CA-41 runs down the middle of the city. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s these were the only freeways in Fresno, but a surge in growth has spurred the development of the CA-180 and CA-168 freeways.

By bike

In 2011, Fresno became the first town or city in the Central Valley to earn a Bronze Medal Designation from the League of American Bicyclists, recognizing Fresno as a bicycle friendly community. The city is in the process of further expanding its bike lanes in an effort to improve bike access.

What to See

• Forestiere Underground Gardens - 5021 West Shaw Ave 36.807222, -119.880833 ☎ +1 559-271-0734 Seniors (59+) $8, Adults $9, Teens (13-17) $7, Children (4-12) $6 Forestiere Underground Gardens Summer Schedule: Wednesday through Sunday. Off-Season: Weekends (Weather Permitting). Call for times and reservations (required). The Forestiere Underground Gardens are a complex of underground gardens and rooms built by Sicilian immigrant Baldasare Forestiere between 1906 and his death in 1946.

• Fresno Chaffee Zoo - 894 West Belmont Ave 36.7522, -119.822 ☎ +1 559-498-5910 Opening Hours: November–February 9AM Monday - 4PM daily, March–October 9AM Monday - 6PM daily Fresno Chaffee Zoo - Entrance to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo A zoo in Roeding Park near downtown Fresno that features many popular animal exhibits including the Winged Wonders Bird Show.

• Fresno Art Museum - 2233 N. 1st Street ☎ +1 559-441-4221 - Fresno Art Museum A The only modern art museum between Los Angeles and San Francisco. FAM's collection includes contemporary art, and a large collection of Mexican art from pre-Columbian times to the present.

• Nonini Grapes - 2640 N. Dickenson ☎ +1 559-275-1936 - Wine tasting and tours Monday to Saturday 9AM to 4PM. Call ahead to schedule a tour.

• Fresno Grizzlies - 1800 Tulare Street ☎ +1 559-320-4487 From $7 to $44 Fresno Grizzlies Triple-A Minor League Baseball team affiliated with the Washington Nationals. Chukchansi Park GPS 36.732230,-119.791200 is located downtown, built in 2002 specifically for the team.
• Fresno State Bulldogs - 1600 E. Bulldog Ln. (south entrance to Bulldog Stadium) ☎ +1 559-278-DOGS Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9AM Monday - 4:30PM (in person), 8AM Monday - 5PM (phone). Football game days, 10AM Monday - halftime The sports teams of Fresno State (formally California State University, Fresno), competing in a total of 20 sports (8 for men, 12 for women), with almost all teams in the Mountain West Conference. Football has traditionally been the highest-profile sport, with men's basketball a close second, but many other sports are nationally competitive, notably baseball and softball. Essentially all venues are on campus, most notably Bulldog Stadium (football) and the city's main indoor venue, Save Mart Center (basketball).

• Fulton Mall Fulton Street 36.7373, -119.814 - Fulton Mall (Fresno) As of 2023, traffic is being reintroduced to this formerly traffic-free six-block pedestrian mall. The mall features a large collection of public art and holds a spot on the California Register of Historical Places. Though the area does not have a robust retail or restaurant scene, it is home to Fresno Company (coffee and craft soft drinks), Twee (artsy, hip, and often local home goods and gift items), and several other retail and dining outlets.

• Fresno FC - Fresno Soccer Team | 1800 Tulare Street Fresno, CA 93721 ☎ +1 559 320-2525 $17 to 77 USD Fresno FC - Chukchansi . Fresno Football Club is the first professional soccer team in the San Joaquin Valley. They are a member of the United Soccer league (one division below Major League Soccer). Their first season was in March 2018 and they play in Chuckchansi Parki in down town Fresno.

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• Island Waterpark GPS 36.8136,-119.9002 islandwaterpark.com/ - located in Fresno

• Rogue Festival - Opening Hours: March Modeled on the Canadian and North American Fringe Festivals and the Rogue showcases both local and national artists, with dance, music, comedy, film, art, and theatre at venues around the Tower District. Performers come from around the state, and even as far as Vancouver and London.

• Shakespeare in the Park
• Tower District Mardi Gras Parade - and%20Mardi%20Gras%20Parade
• Reel Pride - The sixth oldest & Woke Film Festival in the nation takes place every year in Fresno's Tower District.

• Island Water Park - ☎ +1 559-277-6800 - Water slide park open between June and mid-September.

• Blackbeards Family Fun Center - 4055 N. Chestnut ☎ +1 559-292-6386 - Has batting cages, bumper boats, paintball, miniature golf, sprint cars, water slides and arcade games.

• About Town Taste - Walking Tours of Fresno | @AboutTownTaste.com Opening Hours: Friday 6PM, SA 10AM $25pp Unique walks through Fresno, featuring art, architecture, food, and local history. Advance reservations needed via @AboutTownTaste.com. Four tours available: Downtown Art & Architecture; Art Born of Graffiti: Murals; Art & Antiques: Old Town Clovis; and Tower Art Taste.

• Back Country Off Road Tours | 37604 Cardinal Ln. Squaw Valley, Ca. 93675 ☎ +1 559-470-8086 - Tour eastern Fresno County and the Sierra Nevadas with a local who has 30 years of experience as a guide of nearby parks. Tours may include waterfalls, meadows, fishing, camping, beautiful vistas and trails, and also information about historical logging operations, efforts to preserve the world-famous redwood groves, and stories of historical figures. Tours can be tailored to areas of specific interest. Call for details.

Study in Fresno

Fresno State University is noted for its agricultural programs, and many Fresno State students and faculty travel to developing nations on agricultural assistance programs. Fresno City College, a 2-year community college, is also in the city. Fresno Pacific University is an accredited private Christian university offering many bachelors and master's degrees as well as other satellite locations across Central California (Merced Regional Center, North Fresno Regional Center, Visalia Regional Center, Bakersfield Regional Center).

Shopping

• Rue and Gwen Gibson Farm Market - 5368 N. Chestnut Avenue corner of Chestnut and Barstow - As long as you're right in the middle of California's agricultural heartland, try the local produce. Fresno State's Farm Market sells the produce grown by the university's agriculture department, plus fresh Cheese, ice cream and soft drinks.

• Sierra Nut House - If you're looking for a souvenir of the San Joaquin Valley, try the Sierra Nut House for dried fruit, nuts, jams & jellies, and coffees & teas.

• The Vineyard Farmer's Market - Shaw and Blackstone - Opening Hours: Saturday mornings and Wednesday afternoons The largest and most extensive of the farmer's markets in the area. Open year round twice a week on Wednesday afternoons from 3-6PM and Saturdays 7AM till noon. During summer and there is also one in Old Town Clovis every Friday evening.

• Riverpark Shopping Center - Corner of Blackstone Ave. and Nees Ave. - The most popular shopping center and hangout in the city of Fresno. Contains Edwards Movie Theatres and the famous Dai-Bai-Dang Chinese restaurant, Lowes, Sam's Club, Barnes & Noble, Pier 1 Imports, Target, and many more stores.

Halal Restaurants

River Park Plaza contains many popular chain restaurants, including The Elephant Bar, Tony Roma's, Logans Steaks House, Yoshino's Sushi House, and Hooters. For a large and diverse concentration of local establishments, head to the Tower District Web: ). There are also many notable restaurants sprinkled elsewhere throughout the Fresno area.

• Campagnia 1185 E. Champlain Dr ☎ +1 559 433-3300 Upscale dining with great food and a nice café.

• Dai Bai Dang 7736 N. Blackstone Ave ☎ +1 559 448-8894 - Great Chinese cuisine.

• Dusty Buns 608 E. Weldon Avenue Fresno High Area - Opening Hours: W-Sa 5-9PM Gourmet sandwiches with local, seasonal ingredients.

• George's Shish Kebab 3045 W. Bullard Ave ☎ +1 559 449-0100 - Armenian and Middle Eastern cuisine.

• Giulia's 3050 West Shaw Ave ☎ +1 559 276-3573 - Slightly more "upscale" Italian eatery.

• Grandmarie's Chicken Pie Shop 861 E. Olive Avenue Tower District ☎ +1 559 237-5042 - Serving breakfast and Chicken pot pies; go for the mid-century-era electric green booths and stay for the food.

• Irene's Cafe 747 E Olive Avenue Tower District ☎ +1 559 237-9919 - A traditional coffee shop, known for its breakfast.

• The Landmark | 644 E. Olive Tower District ☎ +1 559 233-6505 - Basque and traditional American food. Often live music.

• Luby 1075 E Bullard Ave ☎ +1 559 439-8357 - Chinese food. Only has a few tables.

• Max's Bistro & Bakery - 1784 West Bullard ☎ +1 559 439-6900 - French-inspired California cuisine.

• Mone`s International Market & Deli 7975 North Cedar Ave ☎ +1 559 438-8975 - Great Armenian, Russian, and Middle Eastern cuisine, as well as some very interesting international products.

• Parma | Herndon & Marks ☎ +1 559 432-3389 - Italian food, with homemade pastas.

• Slates 7455 N. Fresno Street ☎ +1 559 256-4141 - One of Fresno chef Roy Harland's creations, featuring contemporary American cuisine.

• Tahoe Joe's - 7006 N. Cedar and 2700 W. Shaw ☎ +1 559 299-9740 (Cedar), +1 559 277-8028 (Shaw) - Steakhouse that now has multiple locations in the state, but started in Fresno.

• Taqueria Don Pepe | 4582 N. Blackstone ☎ +1 559 224-1431 - Look for the old style of KFC building. Fast food (but good) style Mexican fare.

• (Thai) House | 1069 E Shaw ☎ +1 559 221-7245 (Thai) food.

Night life in Fresno is great if you're in the right areas.

• Dirty Olive 9455 North Fort Washington Road #104 ☎ +1 559 434-3077
• Elephant Cafe - 7965 N. Blackstone Ave ☎ +1 559 226-2110
• Five 1110 E Champlain Dr ☎ +1 559 434-5553
• Last Call Zapp's Park | Blackstone & Olive

• Organic Pastures | 7221 South Jameson Avenue 36.631519, -119.992351 20 minutes outside of Madera +1 877 7296455 (RAWMILK) - California's last and only raw (unpasteurized) milk dairy. The owners are a family farm who are passionate about raw milk. You can buy fresh cold just milked milk and dairy products right from the farm itself.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Fresno

Fresno - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Fresno, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Fresno. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Fresno and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Fresno. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Fresno. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Fresno: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Fresno.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Fresno: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Fresno, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Fresno.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Fresno, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Fresno, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Fresno and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Fresno, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Fresno, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Fresno without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Fresno is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Fresno.

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eHalal Travel Group Fresno is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Courtyard Fresno - 140 East Shaw Ave ☎ +1 559 221-6000 $174-199 Near Bass, Shaver & Huntington Lakes for fishing, boating & hiking and also convenient to CSUF, Fresno Metropolitan Museum, Wildwater Adventures and the Muex Home Museum.

• Four Points Sheraton - 3737 N. Blackstone ☎ +1 559 226-2200
• Homewood Suites - 6820 North Fresno Street ☎ +1 559 440-0801 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: noon From $95 Suites with full kitchens, large work desk, free internet, flat screen TV. Guests have access to free hot breakfast, swimmingpool and fitness center.

• La Quinta Inn & Suites Fresno Hotel California - 330 E. Fir Ave ☎ +1 559 449-0928 - Free Wi-Fi and breakfast.

• Piccadilly Inn University - 4961 N. Cedar ☎ +1 559 224-4200
• Piccadilly Inn West Shaw - 2305 W. Shaw ☎ +1 559 226-3850
• Quality Inn - 4278 W. Ashlan ☎ +1 559 275-2727
• Residence Inn Fresno - 5322 North Diana Ave ☎ +1 559 222-8900 +1 559 222-9089

• SpringHill Suites - 6844 North Fresno Street ☎ +1 559 431-0004 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: noon $130 Suites with microwave, mini-fridge, free internet, flat screen TV. Guests have access to free parking, free hot breakfast, business center, swimmingpool and fitness center.

• Benson's Lakeside Resort - - 32451 E. Trimmer Springs Road +1-888-328-9588 Sanger.

• Comfort Suites - Herndon Ave between Blackstone Ave and Freeway 41 - 102 East Herndon Ave ☎ +1 559-435-5650 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: noon $99 All suites include micro/fridge, coffee/tea maker, free Wi-Fi,desk, two phone lines and sofa sleepers. Free hot breakfast served every morning, fitness room, indoor swimmingpool and hot tub.

• The Radisson Hotel & Conference Center - 2233 Ventura Street ☎ +1 559 268-1000 - 321 guestrooms with Sleep Number beds, beauty salon, Pizzas Hut, Java Stop, gift shop, airport shuttle, and dry cleaning service.

• Vagabond Inn Fresno - 2570 S. East Ave. ☎ +1 559 486-1188 +1 559 486-2743 Check-in: 2PM / Check-out: 11AM

Cope in Fresno

• The Fresno County Public Library has its main branch downtown, at 2420 Mariposa Street.
• Woodward Park is a large grassy park on the north side of Fresno, on Friant Road. There is an entry fee of $5 per car,but if you get there early enough (usually before 7AM) there is no charge.
• Roeding Park is another large park in southwest Fresno. It contains the Chaffee Zoo and small amusement parks Storyland and Playland. It has the same $5 entry fee.

Consulates in Fresno

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• Mexico - 7435 North Ingram Ave ☎ +1 559 233-3065 +1 559 257-4839 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM Monday - 5PM

Travel Next

The adjacent town of Clovis (California) | Clovis has a small "old town" with numerous antique stores. The last weekend of April the town hosts the Clovis Rodeo.

Millerton Lake is about 20 miles northeast of Fresno on Friant Road. It's a popular site for fishing and waterskiing.

Many local residents escape the summer heat at the lakes in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. These lakes have recreation areas, campgrounds, and bed and breakfasts:

• Shaver Lake (with nearby Sierra Summit ski resort)
• Huntington Lake
• Bass Lake
• Pine Flat Lake

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