Nestled in the foothills below the majestic Sierra Nevada, Visalia is the Gateway to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and is a great home base as you explore the nearby Sequoia National Forest, Sequoia National Monument and public lands.
The city's natural charm and gracious, vibrant community captivate visitors year-round with experiences highlighted by live entertainment, stunning art, rich history, and world-class restaurants.
Savor Visalia’s fresh from the farm cuisine at one of our many sidewalk cafes, take a stroll along Main Street, and tour the nation’s richest agricultural region. Take on hiking, biking, rafting, or a snowshoeing adventures, and relax afterward with a glass of our celebrated local brews. With beautiful weather, friendly people, and hundreds of options to explore, all we need is the explorer – you.
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Happily, our location just minutes from the gate of Sequoia National Park, makes these massive trees, right here in our very own backyard, easy to visit, and we welcome thousands who come to marvel at their majesty. But that’s not all – Kings Canyon National Park is close by, too. And mighty Yosemite isn’t far away.
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Given our ideal location in the center of California’s Central Valley, just an easy 3 hour drive from Sacramento, San Francisco or Los Angeles, Visalia is the perfect destination to MEET IN THE MIDDLE for all of your California statewide and regional events and tournaments.
