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1. McHenry Mansion ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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McHenry Mansion
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2. Gallo Center for the Arts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. The State Theatre

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The State Theatre
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4. McHenry Museum

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5. Visit the Great Valley Museum

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Visit the Great Valley Museum
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6. Modesto Arch

Modesto Arch
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7. Escape Modesto

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8. Tuolumne River Trail

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Tuolumne River Trail
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9. FUNWORKS! Modesto

10. Mike's Grillhouse

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11. Galletto Ristorante

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12. The Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum

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The Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum
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13. Boomers Modesto

Boomers Modesto
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Modesto is a city in the Central Valley just 68 miles south of the state capital of Sacramento. Surrounded by fertile farmlands, of which dairy, poultry, and corn at the primary industries, Modesto enjoys a farm-to-table lifestyle. Top attractions include the Gallo Family Winery, the Gallo Center for the Arts, and the historic McHenry Mansion and McHenry Museum.

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