Welcome to the Gold Country

Welcome to historicgrassvalley.com the official website of downtown Grass Valley, CA. The following pages will take you on a virtual tour of one of the Sierra Foothills most popular Gold Rush towns...historic downtown Grass Valley, CA. You'll learn of Grass Valley's unique stores, bed and breakfast inns, wine tasting rooms, art galleries, and world-class restaurants and entertainment. Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada Foothills, Grass Valley, is truly a postcard image. Bathed in a wondrous mix of cedar, pine and an assortment of deciduous trees that burst forth a multitude of Fall colors as the cooler temperatures arrive, this circa 1800 Gold Rush era town offers a window into the past while providing the best the present has to offer.

Please take a moment to fill out this survey, conducted by the City of Grass Valley. Your time in responding to this survey will help the businesses meet the growing needs of our community.

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“The Grass Valley Downtown Association is a community partner that creates opportunities for businesses to prosper while promoting and preserving the historic aspect of our downtown”.

Contact us in person 125 Neal Street in downtown Grass Valley or by phone at (530) 272-8315 or gvdowntown2@gmail.com There's always something happening in downtown Grass Valley. historicgrassvalley.com is your source for all the latest events and downtown information. If it is happening in downtown Grass Valley...you will find it here first! From the newest stores, restaurants and events. Downtown Grass Valley is SIMPLY... inviting!

the OFFICIAL Downtown Grass Valley Welcome Guide DOWNLOAD HERE

Nevada County is home to three distinct downtown areas – Grass Valley, Nevada City and Truckee. Each town offers its own unique interpretation of the Sierra Nevada story. From world-class skiing and snowboarding to mountain biking, Truckee offers stellar year-round outdoor fun coupled with historic sites. Nevada City exudes a creative, fun-loving spirit in its downtown shops, restaurants and galleries, with enchanting events such as Mardi Gras. Offering small-town charm incarnate, Grass Valley is the hub for the booming Nevada County wineries and boasts a Center for the Arts. Penn Valley and Rough and Ready also have must-see attractions. Brimming in history, culture and outdoor recreation, Nevada County tourism offers an authentic California travel experience that is sure to delight and inspire each and every visitor.