Location: Chico
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What to do and see in Chico, California (CA): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Chico is the most populous city in Butte County, California, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 86,187, reflecting an increase of 26,233 from the 59,954 counted in the 2000 Census. The city is a cultural, economic, and educational center of the northern Sacramento Valley and home to both California State University, Chico and Bidwell Park, the country's 26th largest municipal park and the 13th largest municipally-owned park. Bidwell Park makes up over 17% of the city.
Restaurants in Chico
1. Peterson Sisters Pumpkin Patch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ExploreButteCounty - Chico, United States
A fun October adventure for those looking to pick the perfect pumpkin. You'll find a variety of pumpkin types and sizes, a hay maze, corn box, and jump house during October. Good for families and couples (or those looking for some fun social media photos).
2. Tj Farms Estates
3. Silverdollar Speedway
4. Bidwell Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By jenedc2016 - Santa Rosa, United States
This is an important historic mansion in California, home of an important figure in both the Mexican/Californio-era of California and the U.S. settlement, as well as founder of Chico. The mansion has been nicely restored and there is even still some original furniture. It houses a museum on the Bidwells and their important role in 19-century California and the development of their large, self-sufficient rancho at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley and its subsequent transformation into the the town of Chico. There is a guided tour which is extremely informative. The place also has a nice gift shop. It is set in lovely grounds on the edge of downtown where the university adjoins downtown and the western end of the large Bidwell Park. Thus is a must-see visit for anyone in the area, especially if interested in history and early California.
