College Area, CA

Modesto

Photo by Samuel Lillemoen
Photo by Samuel Lillemoen

Popular places to visit

Growing up in Modesto one of the summer highlights was always Concert in the Park. Every Thursday from June through August at Graceada Park.

Graceada Park

Learn about the local history of Modesto when you spend time at Graceada Park.

Graceada Park
Beautiful and easy hikes for all ages. Hidden gem in the valley.

Caswell Memorial State Park

You can take time to visit Caswell Memorial State Park during your travels to Ripon. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Caswell Memorial State Park

Modesto Junior College East Campus

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Modesto Junior College East Campus as part of your travels around Modesto. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Modesto Junior College East Campus

Kaiser Modesto

Though Kaiser Modesto might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Modesto while you are here.

Kaiser Modesto

Modesto Junior College West Campus

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Modesto Junior College West Campus during your stay in Modesto. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

Modesto Junior College West Campus

California State University Stanislaus

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at California State University Stanislaus during your visit to Turlock. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

California State University Stanislaus

College Area Hotel Deals

Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown

2 out of 5
807 Needham Street, Modesto, CA
$81 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$90 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Modesto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,017 reviews)
"😘😘😘"

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
2 Bed Near Doctors Hospital: Beautiful, Sunny, New

2 Bed Near Doctors Hospital: Beautiful, Sunny, New

Modesto
$220 nightly
The price is $238 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$238 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Modesto. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Graceada Park and State Theatre of Modesto are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
Great neighborhood
"Safe walkable neighborhood with well kept yards and roads. The house was as described, clean and had everything we needed for a short stay. I would book again!"

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2025

2 Bed Near Doctors Hospital: Beautiful, Sunny, New
5-BR/3-BA - Luxury - Spacious - Outdoor Theater - Pool Table

5-BR/3-BA - Luxury - Spacious - Outdoor Theater - Pool Table

Modesto
$792 nightly
The price is $855 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$855 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Modesto. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Graceada Park and State Theatre ...
5-BR/3-BA - Luxury - Spacious - Outdoor Theater - Pool Table
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto

4 out of 5
1150 9th St, Modesto, CA
$115 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$127 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Modesto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,114 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
Best Western Plus Executive Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Executive Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1415 E Yosemite Ave, Manteca, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$101 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Manteca. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Well equipped gym clean pool"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Best Western Plus Executive Inn & Suites
Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area

Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area

2 out of 5
1525 McHenry Avenue, Modesto, CA
$95 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$105 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Modesto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (556 reviews)
"They don’t serve breakfast :( it was a real bummer when I found out"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area
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Other neighborhoods around College Area

Modesto featuring a garden

Downtown Modesto

If you're spending some time in Downtown Modesto, Gallo Center for the Arts and Modesto Arch are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Modesto
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La Loma

La Loma might not have many top sights, but E and J Gallo Winery and Gallo Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La Loma
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Woodland West

While Woodland West isn't home to many top sights, Gallo Center for the Arts and Vintage Faire Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodland West
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Del Rio

While Del Rio isn't home to many top sights, Vintage Faire Mall and Boomers are some notable places to visit nearby.

Del Rio
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College Area, CA

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