Downtown Chico Travel Guide

Chico

Sequoia Pool in Lower Bidwell Park. #hometown
Sequoia Pool in Lower Bidwell Park. #hometown
Sunset in Upper Bidwell Park #hometown
Just across the street from the parking structure the university still has 'Greek' roots
Nicest Jamba Juice in NorCal with outside seating in the warm season and right across the street from the campus a perfect local to get the feel of the town

Popular places to visit

Entrance to CSU

California State University-Chico

Explore the campus of California State University-Chico during your travels in Chico. Discover the bars in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

California State University-Chico
In spring and summer the thing I love most about the mansion is the scent of fresh Gardenia's my favorite flower

Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park during your travels in Chico. Discover the bars in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park

National Yo-Yo Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Yo-Yo Museum during your travels in Chico. Discover the bars in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

National Yo-Yo Museum

Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park

You can take time to visit Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park during your travels to Chico. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park

Odyssey Winery & Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Odyssey Winery & Vineyards during your travels to Chico. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Odyssey Winery & Vineyards

Centerville Estates

Learn about the events happening in Centerville Estates during your trip to Chico. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Centerville Estates

Things to do

1 mile bridge Bidwell Park group ride

4 hour Bicycle Rental

£40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
4 hour Bicycle Rental
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Chico Puzzling Adventure

£26
per traveller
Chico Puzzling Adventure
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Top hotels in Downtown Chico

Hotel Diamond Chico

Hotel Diamond Chico

3.5 out of 5
220 West 4th Street Chico CA
The price is £159 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
£159
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (957 reviews)
Beautiful. Clean. Comfy beds. The bar and restaurant are wonderful, drinks and food!

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Hotel Diamond Chico
Downtown Historic Apartment with Modern Flair

Downtown Historic Apartment with Modern Flair

Chico CA
The price is £142 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
£142
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Chico. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions National Yo-Yo Museum and Bidwell ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Very cool historic building!

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Downtown Historic Apartment with Modern Flair
DoubleTree by Hilton Chico

DoubleTree by Hilton Chico

4 out of 5
685 Manzanita Ct Chico CA
The price is £74 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
£74
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Welcoming staff, very nice and helpful. Clean and nice room. Decently priced. Definitely staying here again

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Chico
Oxford Suites Chico

Oxford Suites Chico

3 out of 5
2035 Business Ln Chico CA
The price is £93 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
£93
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chico. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,560 reviews)
Quiet clean and great location

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Oxford Suites Chico
Hampton Inn & Suites Chico

Hampton Inn & Suites Chico

2.5 out of 5
1651 Springfield Drive Chico CA
The price is £81 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
£81
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chico. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (741 reviews)
The staff, especially the 2 front desk ladies were exceptional. The location of the hotel was near many restaurants & shopping. The daily breakfast was really good with plenty of options. I work most definitely stay here again

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Chico
Heritage Inn Express Chico

Heritage Inn Express Chico

2 out of 5
725 Broadway St Chico CA
Stay at this hotel in Chico. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions National Yo-Yo Museum and Bidwell Mansion State Historic ...
5.8/10 (1,003 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

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