Fresno, California

Fresno

Fresno, California's fifth-largest city, is located at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the valley bounded by three of the state's national parks. Surrounded by Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, the city serves as the perfect home base for trips into the parks, and is a premier getaway choice for anyone who loves the outdoors. Within city limits, visitors flock to Fresno attractions like the Tower District, where trendy boutiques rub shoulders with casual dining establishments, hip coffeehouses and an Art Deco theater. Rated one of America's most walkable cities, there's plenty to see and do in downtown Fresno without getting stuck on the freeway.

Originally built by the Central…