The heart of California is beating with love! Fresno County is full of romantic spots to take your loved one. Here are some of our favorite date ideas to celebrate with your partner:
Watch the Sunset at Millerton Lake
There is nothing like a Fresno County sunset, and you'll find an incredible view at Millerton Lake. Park at the day-use area off of Millerton Road to watch the sun fall behind the hillside or drive up Sky Harbour Road to park on one of the turnouts to watch the sun shimmer over the lake. Millerton Lake is located just 30 minutes north of Fresno and Clovis.
Kings Canyon National Park
Walk among some of the tallest trees in the world with your loved one inside Kings Canyon National Park. Explore Grant Grove and witness the General Grant Tree or see the Mark Twain Tree, the stump of a sequoia tree that was cut by the U.S. Army more than 100 years ago to exhibit the grand scale of the trees. If you leave at dusk, you'll be greeted with a gorgeous orange glow over the mountainside on your way back down to the Valley floor. Be sure to check the latest road conditions before heading out to the park.
Fresno County Blossom Trail
Hop in the car with your partner and head out for a drive along the Fresno County Blossom Trail! The pink blooms and view of the foothills are a romantic backdrop for any date. Stop for lunch at the Blossom Trail Cafe, pick up fresh fruit from the Blossom Trail Fruit Stand, or find unique shops in Kingsburg's Swedish Village. Take a tour of the Blossom Trail here.
Shinzen Garden & Woodward Park
With plenty of greenery, ponds, and winding trails, Woodward Park is a great place for couples to explore! Take a walk through the Shinzen Japanese Friendship Garden. Get active and walk along the Lewis S. Eaton Trail for a view of the Sierra Nevada and San Joaquin River. Pack a picnic or bring take-out from nearby Heirloom or the Fat Little Dumpling. Finish off the evening with a scoop of ice cream from Ampersand.
Mural District
Stroll through the Mural District in Downtown Fresno to see stunning mural artwork, including the romantic "Art Inspires Life" mural. Sit beneath the glowing light sculptures in the Cultural Arts District Park and admire the beauty left behind by talented local artists. Take the Mural District tour here. Afterward, drive down Fulton Street to Quail State, Downtown Fresno's rooftop bar for craft cocktails and bar bites, or Cosmopolitan Tavern and Italian Grill for delicious pastas, pizzas, and more.
Old Town Clovis
The charming streets of Old Town Clovis are a great way to spend time with your partner! Start with breakfast at Sandy's Country Junction or get freshly baked pastries from Parisien French Bakery. Then browse the shop windows and pop into any of the unique boutiques or antique shops to find a gift for each other. If you're a night owl, grab dinner at Luna Pizzeria and Italian and catch a show at On the Edge Cafe. Click here to find more things to do in Old Town Clovis.
Tower District
Catch a show and enjoy dinner at Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre or see a play at the 2nd Space Theatre. Afterward, grab dinner at the Lincoln Pub & Grub and enjoy craft beer, cocktails, and wine at the penny bar -- yes, a bar literally made of pennies! Finish the night at Howlin' Wolf, an art-deco bar that serves incredible drinks and hosts a variety of musicians weekly on their stage.
Luxury Dining
Treat your partner to an exquisite meal at any of Fresno County's luxury restaurants! 13 Prime Steakhouse is Clovis' premier steakhouse that serves juicy cuts of top-tier steak. The chefs at 13 Prime use fresh ingredients and make your meal an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The menu at the Lime Lite features freshly picked produce from local farmers markets to go alongside their specialty steaks, salmon, lamb chops, and more. Indulge in fine French fusion cuisine at L'Aperitif in Fresno. The restaurant combines French and Italian dishes with a hint of Asian flavors. Finish the night at The Library at Detention in Fresno's Tower District. The speakeasy-style cocktail bar requires a password to get in (you'll receive the code when you make your reservation) and there are no phones allowed.
Breweries
Make a date to tap into Fresno County's thriving brewery scene. Stop by the Brewery District in Downtown Fresno for drinks at Full Circle Brewing Company, Tioga Sequoia Brewing Company, and Procreations Brewing Company. Enjoy a meal at Dab Tacos or Smokin' Woods BBQ. In Clovis, check out Tactical Ops Brewing, where their tap house pays tribute to first responders and members of the U.S. military. Get great brews and delicious small bites at Summer Fox Brewing in Clovis. Discover more breweries here.
Wineries
Spend the day sipping wine with your partner along the Fresno County Wine Journey! Winner of the Fresno Bee's Best of Central California People’s Choice 2022 for Best Winery, Solitary Cellars Wine Company pours new wine flights monthly at their beautiful winery off Friant Road in Fresno County. The winery is kid and dog-friendly, and hosts live music each weekend. Stop by Kings River Winery in Sanger for tastings. The winery also hosts "Behind the Vine" tour events and a book club.
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