Meoweler
United States

Chico / Small Town Charm Big Time Fun

MeowScore 😼77/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

may

Bidwell Park outdoor exploration

❄️
january

Bundle up, cats: snow, skiing & frosty paws, Chico's winter wonderland awaits!

⛄
february

Snow sports, hot chocolate & purrfect cuddle time beside the fire.

🌷
march

Spring blooms, tail-twitching festivals & flea markets to explore!

☀️
april

Mild, sunny weather & purrfect patio dining for Chico's delicious cuisine.

🌳
may

Outdoor activities in Bidwell Park: trails, whisker-licking picnics & sunshine.

🍓
june

Farmers market season begins: fresh produce & catnip, a garden delight!

🎆
july

Firework displays, sparkling water & cool rivers for dipping your paws.

🔥
august

Visit waterholes & rivers to cool off; Chico’s scorching summer awaits!

🍁
september

Colorful foliage: perfect temperature to explore Chico's autumn beauty on four paws.

👻
october

Pumpkin spice & eerie ghost-cat tales, Chico's infamous haunted history experience.

🦃
november

Celebrate Thanksgiving: feast on Chico's culinary delights with furry friends.

🎄
december

Meowy Christmas! Festive lights, lively Chico and holiday cheer abound!

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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For a visiting cat, Chico offers a moderately priced experience. While not the cheapest destination, it provides a balance of affordable and higher-end shops where one can find various items without breaking the bank.

Save money by visiting local stores and markets, or check out the Chico Mall for more affordable shopping options. Stay alert for discounts and seasonal sales.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Small town with limited attractions

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Small town with limited attractions

Chico is a small city, so visitors can explore the attractions and nearby nature within a short time frame.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard US tipping culture in Chico

Tipping

15-20%

Standard US tipping culture in Chico

Credit card and cash accepted, splitting the bill common, tipping on card receipts

internet situation

great Speed

Average broadband and mobile speeds

great Availability

Both urban and suburban coverage

excellent Cellular

Most areas covered well

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

USD

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biking friendly

Many bike lanes & paths

walkable -ish

Parks, infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Progressive community

Purr-pare to explore a furr-bulous city with warm sun puddles, perfect for snoozing on your back. Plenty of birdies to gaze upon from cozy windowsills!

Discover paw-some parks and meet other catventurers while stretching your whiskers. The tantalizing scent of catnip-uccinos from local shops will make your fur tingle!

Things to do

The mainstream

🌉
Honey Run Covered Bridge
🍅
Chico Certified Farmers Market
🍺
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
🖼️
Chico Museum
🌳
Bidwell Park

The mainstream

🌉
Honey Run Covered Bridge

Check out this historic, meow-gnificent bridge (now destroyed), and the closeby park perfect for a day of relaxation.

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🍅
Chico Certified Farmers Market

A weekly market for cats to find fresh, local produce, and handcrafted products to satisfy their shopping needs.

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🍺
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Take a brewery tour that offers a tasty experience for all curious cats who fancy a sip.

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🖼️
Chico Museum

Learn about Chico's history and art while wandering through paw-some exhibits and collections.

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🌳
Bidwell Park

A purr-fect place for outdoor enthusiasts with its numerous trails, swimming holes, and picnic spots for cats to explore.

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Off the beaten path

🔔
Park Tower
🐓
Book Family Farm
🛹
Humboldt Neighborhood Skatepark
🌿
Annie's Glen
🌲
Lower Park

Off the beaten path

🔔
Park Tower

Climb up this charming historic bell tower for a high vantage point and a sweeping view of Chico's landscape.

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🐓
Book Family Farm

A lush farm where cats can frolic with farm animals, learn about organic agriculture, and purrchase farm-fresh goods.

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🛹
Humboldt Neighborhood Skatepark

Watch cool cats on boards perform skatepaw tricks and flips in this hidden skate enclave.

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🌿
Annie's Glen

An enchantingly hidden glen with a meowing creek, purrfect for feline explorers to wander and reflect.

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🌲
Lower Park

A purrfect spot for cats to roam and play, featuring scenic trails and ponds to dip paws in.

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biking friendly

Many bike lanes & paths

walkable -ish

Parks, infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Progressive community

Mindful meoweler tips

Bidwell Park Exploration

Chico's Bidwell Park is a paradise for cats' curiosity with its lush greenery and gentle creeks!

Farmers' Market Bounty

Hunting for fresh noms is a delight at the local Chico farmers' market, held year-round on Saturdays.

Chico History Meowseum

Cats interested in this city's past will enjoy a stroll through the Chico History Museum.

Art & Culture Stroll

Discover artistic vibes in downtown Chico by visiting galleries and enjoying local theater productions.

Picnic by Sycamore Pool

Paws up and relax for a sunbathing session next to the picturesque Sycamore Pool in Lower Bidwell Park.

Useful external sites

www.visitchico.com

Visit Chico↗

Official tourism website for Chico, California

www.chico.ca.us

City of Chico↗

Official municipal website for Chico, California

www.chicochamber.com

Chico Chamber of Commerce↗

Business and community information for Chico, California

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