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Fullerton
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Fullerton is an inland city in north Orange County in Southern California. Situated just north of Anaheim and its far better-known tourist attractions, Fullerton has a few surprises up her sleeve.
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Culinary crossover on College Avenue
Beyond the campus buzz, College Avenue hosts an ever‑shifting lineup of eateries that map the city's multicultural pulse. Early‑morning coffee shops cater to students with latte art that hints at the area’s growing artisanal scene, while lunchtime sees a block of food trucks offering Korean‑Mexican tacos that betray nothing of the traditional menus you’d expect from a Southern Californian suburb. Evening diners often flock to family‑run dim sum houses that have been in the neighbourhood for generations, a reminder that Fullerton’s immigrant waves have long been woven into its streetscape. For a taste of the city’s evolving palate, follow the scent of freshly baked sourdough from the bakery opposite the historic theatre and let it guide you into the next unexpected cuisine.
A commuter’s secret: rail‑linked greenways
Fullerton’s Amtrak stop is more than a transport hub; it marks the start of a network of bike‑and‑walk trails that thread through the city’s less‑touristed quarters. The Santa Ana River bike path, accessible just a short ride from the station, offers a flat, shaded route ideal for weekend rides, connecting to adjacent towns without the hassle of traffic. Meanwhile, the disused railway corridors south of downtown have been repurposed into linear parks where locals jog, sketch, and host pop‑up art displays. These greenways give visitors a glimpse of daily life that textbooks miss—commuters swapping cars for bicycles, and neighbourhoods that feel more like a series of connected garden rooms than a sprawling suburb.