Fresno Shopping

Shops @ River Park Chinatown Tower District Earth Arts Studio

Fulton Mall. The centerpiece of Fresno's downtown Central Business District, this nationally recognized six-block historic Fulton Street pedestrian mall is known for its creativity, artwork and modern landscape. The nation’s second downtown pedestrian mall features a a wide variety of shopping, services and offices Visitors also enjoy the many fountains, sculptures, gardens and shaded sitting areas that reflect Fresno's rich cultural heritage. Fulton Mall is also know for its many eateries - from corner cafes to friendly restaurants, and special events such as the Art Hop, Sudz in the City, and Fulton Plaza Thursdays events. The Fulton Mall is also home to Fresno's new downtown baseball stadium Chuckchansi Park, home of the Fresno Grizzlies, the AAA affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, and the Fresno Fuego soccer team.

Shops @ River Park. The River Park shopping area is Fresno’s newest shopping, dining and entertainment center, featuring an array of major national retailers, department stores, restaurants and local shops and boutiques. Browse through a bookstore, shop to your heart’s content in Target, dine at a variety of casual restaurants, or catch a movie at the region’s largest movie theater – Edwards Fresno Stadium 21 or the Edwards IMAX. Visit www.shopriverpark.com/.

Manchester Center. Located just west of Freeway 41, this indoor Fresno mall features over 50 specialty merchants, including Longs Drugs, Sears and Gottschalk’s department stores. Don’t miss the indoor carousel or one of the many movies playing in the adjacent theater – Regal Manchester Stadium 16. Dining choices include Red Robin Restaurant and Panda Express. Visit www.manchester-center.com. [Top]

Chinatown. Fresno's Historic Chinatown is a melting pot of culture with a myriad of shops, markets, restaurants, attractions and historic building that represent the ethnic, cultural and architectural diversity of Fresno. Enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine and go shopping in an area filled with Asian culture. Chinatown is home to the oldest and only independent dairy cooperative in the United States - The Danish Creamery - the only Mexican Baptist church in Fresno, oldest operating Fire Station in Fresno, an "omanju" Japanese bakery and the oldest Buddhist Temple in the Central Valley. Disover Chinatown’s best kept secrets for food, shopping, sights and sounds. Explore Chinatown’s long forgotten secret tunnels that connect historic buildings – many listed on the register of Historic Properties.

Fashion Fair Mall. Fashion Fair Mall is the Central Valley’s largest indoor super mall, with more than 140 brand name and specialty stores, including accessories, jewelry, electronics, music, health and beauty, gifts, and fashions to fit any style or budget. Surrounding department stores like Gottschalks, JCPenney’s and Macy’s, the Mall also offers specialty stores such as Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, Abercrombie & Fitch, Sephora, Lucky Brand Jeans and Build-a-Bear Workshop. Dining options include Flemings Prime Steak House, The Cheesecake Factoryand BJ’s Bar & Grill and. Visit www.fashionfairmall.com. [Top]

Tower District. Tower District is Fresno’s eclectic arts, shopping, theater and nightlife spot, featuring a mix of theaters, shops, events, restaurants, and nightclubs. This hot district is a fabulous place to shop for vintage clothing, browse used bookstores, dine in cool eateries, catch a live show and dance the night away. The district’s crown jewel, the historic Tower Theater features performing arts, live music and dramatic productions. The Tower District Village offers famous places such as the Off Broadway 2nd Space Theatre, Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre, and Good Company Players Theatre. Favorite shops include International Furniture and Tower Garden Supply. Enjoy wonderful dining on Olive Avenue at Livingstone's Bar & Grill, Grandmarie's Chicken Pie Shop, Sequoia Brewing Company, Irene's Cafe, Starbuck's Coffee, Veni Vidi Vici, and Me-n-Ed's Pizza Parlor.

Fig Garden Village. Located at Palm and Shaw Avenues, this unique outdoor shopping destination features fashion, specialty and gift stores like Chico's, Coach, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and J Jill . . . to name a few. Grab a bite to eat at indoor and outdoor dining spots, such as Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Elbow Room Restaurant, and Quiznos. Dive into desserts at Cold Stone Creamery, Hungry Bear Cookies, and Starbucks. Discover natural and organic foods at Fresno's Whole Foods Market. [Top]

Earth Arts Studio. Celebrating the living creatures on our planet, this cool art studio offers original designs by artist Margaret Hudson that are hand-formed of local clay and high-fired to a rich brown color that may be displayed inside or outdoors. The garden and showroom of this studio are filled with sculptures created from California dirt. They're a conversation starter in any garden. Phone 559-222-2420.

Kingsburg Swedish Village. Enjoy brightly colored Swedish architecture, Swedish flags, Dala horses, and bay trees in this historic Swedish Village. Kingsburg Swedish Village features unique gift and collectible shops and more than 30 restaurants. Stop at the Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center and receive a hearty Valkommen to one of Fresno County’s friendly communities.

Old Town Clovis. Experience the charm of Clovis’ meticulously restored downtown, offering visitors and shoppers a blend of yesteryear hospitality, turn-of-the-century atmosphere and western tradition. Old Town Clovis offers a unique blend of shops featuring antiques, collectibles, and one-of-a-kind gifts along with a variety of restaurants, pubs and special events. For information, call 298-5774 or 324-2084. [Top]