Guidebook for Chico
Food Scene
One of our favorite restaurants in Chico. Grana has fantastic locally sourced cuisine, an inviting atmosphere and outdoor patio, and the best wine selection in town.
18 locals recommend
Grana
198 E 2nd StOne of our favorite restaurants in Chico. Grana has fantastic locally sourced cuisine, an inviting atmosphere and outdoor patio, and the best wine selection in town.
Arts & Culture
The Chico Downtown Saturday Farmers' Market is nationally recognized as one of the best farmers' markets. It's easy to see why once you experience it. Tons of friendly people, great booths, local farmers and crafts. If you are in Chico on Saturday, do yourself a favor and head down to the market.
20 locals recommend
Chico Saturday Farmers Market
Wall StreetThe Chico Downtown Saturday Farmers' Market is nationally recognized as one of the best farmers' markets. It's easy to see why once you experience it. Tons of friendly people, great booths, local farmers and crafts. If you are in Chico on Saturday, do yourself a favor and head down to the market.
Bidwell Mansion Historic Park
525 EsplanadeShopping
Made in Chico is an awesome shop dedicated to showcasing some of the amazing products produced right here in Chico. Be sure to check it out if you have time for a walk around downtown.
14 locals recommend
Made in Chico
127 W 3rd StMade in Chico is an awesome shop dedicated to showcasing some of the amazing products produced right here in Chico. Be sure to check it out if you have time for a walk around downtown.
Essentials
Locally owned grocery store right down the street from our house. It's our go-to for everyday essentials and local produce.
22 locals recommend
Chico Natural Foods Cooperative
818 Main StLocally owned grocery store right down the street from our house. It's our go-to for everyday essentials and local produce.
Parks & Nature
Bidwell Park is a Chico treasure. Check out one of our favorite places in the park- One Mile. On a peaceful day, the pool makes for beautiful park reflections. We often visit One Mile on our morning walks.
78 locals recommend
Bidwell Park One-Mile
300 South Park DriveBidwell Park is a Chico treasure. Check out one of our favorite places in the park- One Mile. On a peaceful day, the pool makes for beautiful park reflections. We often visit One Mile on our morning walks.
If you're up for a hike, check out Upper Park. With well maintained trails and friendly outdoor-loving people, Upper Park is an easy 5 minute drive from our house. You'll be on the trail in no-time. Free parking. Take a picnic and head up late afternoon to enjoy a breathtaking sunset.
59 locals recommend
Upper Bidwell Park
Old Chico Canyon RoadIf you're up for a hike, check out Upper Park. With well maintained trails and friendly outdoor-loving people, Upper Park is an easy 5 minute drive from our house. You'll be on the trail in no-time. Free parking. Take a picnic and head up late afternoon to enjoy a breathtaking sunset.