FRESNO CHAFFEE ZOO
894 West Belmont Avenue, Fresno, CA 93728 Directions
Since 1929
Here’s The Deal:
Fresno Chaffee Zoo was established to inspire the wonder of the natural world. It promotes wonder of the natural environment, creates an exciting learning experience and a passion for preservation. It offers professional development to encourage quality animal care and a deeper understanding of animal behavior for their guests. Zoo offers a friendly, exclusive, and up-close experience that reinforces the connection between humans and fauna. World-class zoo boasting Stingray Bay, and wilderness fall exhibits, sea lion cove, and African safari. The zoo is continuing to deliver unique and exciting animal environments, educational opportunities, and life experiences. It provides free access to children age one. Strollers and wheelchairs are available.
SPECIALTY:
Dining, Bird Show, Teacher Resources, Onsite and Offsite Programs, Roo Walkabout, Zoo Camp, Savannah Scout Field Journal, Wilderness Falls, Birthday Parties, Tot Time, Stingray Bay, African Adventure, Education, Zoomobile, Private and Community Events, Enrichment, Behind-the-Scenes Encounters & Sea Lion Cove
Price: Zoo Admission:
Adult: $14.95
Children (ages 2-11): $8.95
Discount: 10 Off on all Fresno Chaffee Zoo gift shops View Coupon
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FORESTIERE UNDERGROUND GARDENS
5021 West Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722 Directions
Since 1906
Here’s The Deal:
Forestiere Underground Gardens is an extensive network under the ground that is over 100 years old. It has an underground area of 25 feet and extends over 10 acres. Visitors can go on a one-hour guided walking tour through the development of Baldassare Forestiere. You can see the hand-constructed network of underground spaces, courtyards, and corridors reminiscent of the old catacombs. Forestiere Underground Gardens has underground temperature differences between 10 and 30 degrees centigrade. More rare varieties such as table grapes, kumquat, quince and loquat, jujube, carob, wine, and dates, were also planted at Forestiere. Garden affords free admission for children four and under.
SPECIALTY:
School, Exhibitions, Group Reservations, Guided Tour, Garden, Historical Landmark, Family Reunions, Shop, Club and Work Outings, Art, Bus Charter Groups & Permanent Collections
Price: Admission:
Adult: $21
Children(5-17): $11
Discount: $19 discounted for Seniors aged 60+, college students with ID, military with ID
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FRESNO ART MUSEUM
2233 North First Street, Fresno, CA 93703 Directions
Since 1949
Here’s The Deal:
The Fresno Art Museum has a permanent collection of over 3,600 works including contemporary and modern art created by local and internationally known artists, along with a premier collection of Pre-Columbian artifacts from Mexico and the Andes. The exhibitions in the Museum change twice yearly and include in-house curated exhibitions by mainly California artists and works from their permanent collection and traveling exhibitions by internationally known artists. Since 1988, the Museum has hosted the nationally recognized and prestigious Distinguished Woman Artist exhibition which has honored such luminaries as Ruth Asawa, Claire Falkenstein, Amalia Mesa-Bains, Viola Frey, and Hung Liu. Facility rentals & group rates are available for 10 or more, by reservation only.
SPECIALTY:
Changing and Traveling Exhibitions, Permanent Collection, Educational Programs, Lectures, Panel Discussions, Field Trips, Group, and Docent Tours, Bus Excursions, Studio Art Classes and Workshops for Children and Adults, Parent/Teacher Resources, Museum Store, Family Day and Special Holiday Events, Films/Performances & Concerts
Price: Admission:
Adults (ages 18 and up): $10
Youth (5-17): $7