Things to do in Davis, California
- Davis is officially designated as a 'Bicycle Capital of America' and features a higher number of bicycles per capita than any other city in the United States.
- The city is home to the United States Bicycling Hall of Fame, reflecting the community's deep-rooted cycling culture.
- Davis was the first city in the United States to implement a comprehensive system of bicycle lanes and traffic-calming street designs starting in the late 1960s.
- The city has a historic 'Greenbelt' system, a continuous network of parks and bike paths that allows residents to travel across the entire town without crossing major arterial streets.
- Davis is home to the world's largest public collection of native California oak trees within the campus arboretum.
- The city's 'Eggheads'—a series of large, surreal bronze sculptures by artist Robert Arneson—are a permanent art installation scattered throughout the UC Davis campus.
About Davis, California
Davis is a Northern California college town defined by its high concentration of bicycles and its role as the home of the University of California, Davis. The city is renowned for its progressive urban planning, including the integration of expansive green spaces like the Peter J. Shields Oak Grove and Oak Grove Park. Visitors often congregate at the Mondavi Center for performing arts or attend athletic events at the UC Davis Health Stadium. The town maintains a distinctively academic atmosphere, balanced by a dense network of neighborhood parks such as Pioneer Park and Sycamore Park.
Highlights of Davis, California
The places our editors single out — and why they're worth your time.
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This venue hosts professional-grade musical, dance, and theatrical performances in a state-of-the-art acoustic setting.
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This stadium serves as the primary arena for collegiate football and major outdoor athletic competitions.
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A popular local spot providing community space and recreational areas for residents.
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Designed for active outdoor recreation, this park features specialized fields for sports and team activities.
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A quiet neighborhood park that offers a scenic environment for walks and picnicking.
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This park serves as a green buffer zone featuring mature trees and shaded walking paths.
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An intimate circular park that serves as a focal point for the surrounding residential neighborhood.
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This historic grove provides a tranquil woodland experience with native tree species on the university grounds.
Top things to do in Davis, California
The 14 highest-rated places in Davis, California, ranked by travellers.
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Plan your visit to Davis, California
Spring (March to May) or Fall (September to November) to avoid the extreme heat of the Central Valley summers.
2 days, which provides enough time to explore the UC Davis campus, the arboretum, and the downtown core.
The city is highly bikeable with extensive paths; downtown is walkable, and local bus transit is provided by Unitrans.
Stay in or near the downtown area for easy access to the university campus, restaurants, and the transit hub.
Mid-range; housing and hotel costs reflect the high demand of a university town.
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Aventuro lists 14 curated attractions in and around Davis, California, ranked by traveller ratings.
Mondavi Center is the highest-rated place to visit in Davis, California right now.
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