City of Fullerton

Profile

Located in North Orange County, Fullerton is approximately 25 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles and less than 20 minutes away from Disneyland. Fullerton has over 280+ days of sunshine and a diverse blend of amenities with abundant cultural, educational and entertainment resources. Today, Fullerton is home to award-winning elementary and secondary school systems, plus five universities and colleges, including California State University, Fullerton (CSUF).

Boasting a population of approximately 140,000 citizens, Fullerton is a community with a strong sense of tradition, and takes pride in providing an atmosphere that allows both for preservation of its historic past and opportunities to meet the challenges of the future.

Fullerton’s historic Downtown District hosts numerous restaurants and clubs ranging from fast-food favorites to five-star gourmet establishments. The Downtown, which has won several awards, also hosts a variety of unique stores, such as gift and antique shops, clothing stores and more.

Fullerton’s offerings are not just confined to the Downtown. Other popular destinations are the award-winning Fullerton Museum Center, home of the Leo Fender Gallery; the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, which offers fine art exhibitions; the Fullerton Arboretum, on campus of California State University at Fullerton, which presents a stunning array of plant and garden ideas, plus is home to Heritage House, a beautifully restored Victorian residence; two championship golf courses and a driving range; an Olympic-sized swim complex; and more than 40 parks, plus recreation and equestrian trails.