Tulare is an affordable, friendly small city with a strong agricultural vibe, regular community events and the massive World Ag Expo drawing visitors each year, so multi‑week stays feel settled but never totally quiet—good for building routines while still finding local food, markets and occasional big events.
You’re also a short drive from Visalia (about 15 miles) for more dining, nightlife and services, and roughly 46 miles from Fresno for bigger‑city museums, shopping and an airport if you want weekend options.