Forestiere Underground Gardens

Forestiere Underground Gardens - 10-Acre Network of Underground Rooms in Fresno

Historic site in northwest Fresno where Sicilian immigrant Baldassare Forestiere excavated a vast network of rooms, tunnels, courtyards, and underground gardens over 40 years using only hand tools. The site spans 10 acres and reaches depths up to 25 feet underground.

Programs for Kids

Guided tour programming year-round. Programs include:
- Hour-long guided walking tours
- Spanish-language tours
- School field trips
- Family-friendly visits (good for kids per official site)
- Wheelchair-accessible alternate route

What's Included

• Underground rooms, tunnels, and courtyards
• Citrus and fig trees grown underground
• 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. hours
• Kids 4 and under free; ages 5-17 reduced rates

Experience

Fresno families use the Underground Gardens for a unique California history experience that doubles as a heat-escape destination during Central Valley summers. The Shaw Avenue location is in northwest Fresno, accessible from Highway 99 and the 41 Freeway.