Plenty of spaces, close to everything downtown. The spaces are a little tight, (I have a small…read moreSUV) and so there can be a little bit of maneuvering to get in and out, but it's free and so it's all good for me.

As far as parking lots go, I'm a fan of this one. (I mean, it's a parking lot.) We are always able…read moreto find a spot. Sometimes people are jerks and park their cars in a jerk-like way that makes parking in a neighboring spot impossible. But that isn't the parking lot's fault. The spots are plenty big for any reasonably sized car and non-jerk parker. There is a three-hour parking limit between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., except for Sundays..I think. You should probably double check the signage. This lot is in a good location for many downtown restaurants and shops and three hours should be plenty for doing a little shopping, eating and/or drinking. If you are coming down Diablo, there is an entrance directly in front, between some shops. Or you can drive around the block to find one of the many other entry/exit options. Bonus: There is a drive-through mail box thing located here.

best library i've ever been to in my life except for my hometown library…read more(wpl don't worry i could never replace u) beautiful building, great decor, AND RIGHT NEXT TO A TACO BELL CANTINA. THAT SERVES BREAKFAST. i've found my garden of eden in danville california.

While I love the Danville library for its 'classic' look, the high ceilings, the chandeliers, the…read morehuge glass windows and the environs, I am a trifle disappointed by the noise level, especially on weekday afternoons. I thought of taking my computer to work there and simply could not concentrate. There is a constant din, like in a restaurant. One might say, it was because of school students, but there were many adults who contributed to it :) The library staff needs to do a better job of enforcing silence. They should visit their sister library at San Ramon, where its a lot more silent. Or even the Dublin library, where there are designated 'quiet areas' and people are specifically told to converse in whispers.

Iron Horse Plaza has been a relatively recent addition to Danville's commercial rejuvenation. it…read morehappened with last decade or 2. good amount of parking though it could get saturated. eats/drinks services shopping -Cielito's (old chow) supercuts Lunardi's -Forge Pizza Penguin cleaners -Peet's orangetheory fitness -Naoh's Bagel -Homegrown sandwiches notes: -some tenants have moved on. verizon, panda express, jas banks, etc. -limit on parking time (free)

Cool old laidback kind of town with some really old well kept buildings…read more There is street parking with spaces available even though there are a lot of cars on the street. There are some small shops as well a a bunch of places to eat. Overall the town seems to be a little confused with a vibe that seems to be stuck between trying to be a little bit more modern and at the same time trying to keep the old town charm.

This review is for the parks and recreation reservations department. Danville says they are a…read morefamily centered charming town but I just called the reservations phone number to reserve the meadow and gazebo at Hap McGee park for a first birthday party (the website says it's great for birthday party's, events, weddings etc) but was told no seemingly because it was for a baby's birthday. The man on the phone asked what type of event I wanted to hold, he said he recommends the picnic area. I told him we weren't interested in that area. He continued for a good 5 minutes going on and on about there not being enough parking, they usually only like to rent that space out for weddings, or they rent one house at a time, again suggesting the picnic area. First of all, Whether the picnic area or the meadow is rented out the parking situation remains the same. I finally just asked for clarity to end hi rambling, it's either a yes or no and he said "yeah I'm going to go with no". What! We're Danville residents simply looking for (and paying for) a place to hold a birthday party. It's available, I called 5 months in advance and he said no. Incredibly rude and I would love a sincere explanation as to why because apparently the decision is up this gentlemen and his mood for the day.

Very square mall. I have been there since the grand opening nearly eight years ago. It's very…read moremodern, spacious, and clean. Not many retail stores, but more fancy eateries for the upper class. There's also an Equinox, which is a famous fancy gym. Everything is almost expensive as Santana Row. Some security guards are walking around on duty. The parking garage is a bit curved when you enter and exit. I only like the Christmas tree area, which is beautiful to look at in the evening, including the water fountain in the kids' area. It's nice to walk around and take profile pictures, but not much to do until the holiday season. Overall, this is great for families to hang out and for rich people to dine in.

We attended the Lunar New Year celebration on Sunday, and for the first time ever, I couldn't find…read morea parking spot in the massive garage, that's how popular the event was! Shout-out to the unknown vendor who built the 2026 "Year of the Horse" photo booth. A heads-up: the space availability numbers posted outside the parking garage weren't accurate at all, which made the search more frustrating than it needed to be. It was also tough navigating through the crowds at times, especially because the toddlers in our group couldn't see anything over the crowds. That said, City Center Bishop Ranch truly offers something for everyone in the family. There's a splash pad that's perfect for little ones, plenty of restaurants at every price point for picky eaters, and even fun options for adults- like a DIY cocktail crawl for the 21+ crowd. We once made it our mission to try every margarita on property! I ran into my retired high school teacher, bartending at THE LOT (movie theater). On the shopping front, I do all my Anthropologie returns here, and I've been refreshing my inbox waiting for news about Rico Rico Taco opening here (I'm obsessed with their Oakland location). As for dining, I've enjoyed meals and treats from Slanted Door, Salt & Straw, Roam Artisan Burgers, Philz Coffee, Mendocino Farms, Marugame Udon, Delarosa, and Boba Guys. I still can't believe that sleepy San Ramon now has so many fantastic eateries and experiences all in one place. It's quickly become a go-to meeting place for our extended family.

Blackhawk is a community just east of Danville, and its famous for Blackhawk Plaza, which is a…read moremust-visit place in my opinion. Although Blackhawk Plaza is technically an outdoor luxury mall, I consider it more like an entertainment center that is designed to relax and de-stress. I've been coming here regularly after moving here some 7 years ago and as a new parent, looking forward to coming back. I never come here to shop, since the small boutique shops are not for me. Restaurants are okay for the most part, but you're paying more for the location. The entertainment options are great: 1. Blackhawk Auto Museum is a must for car lovers, but they also have a special China exhibit and regular natural history in their main museum. 2. Ducks everywhere! You can destress while watching them swim and dive in the giant pond, and even feed them from food from Draegers. Lots of outdoor art too dedicated to ducks and geese. 3. Century Blackhawk, at least pre COVID, is an older but great theater where all seats are luxury recliners. 4. Gigantic parking lot. 5. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, with Creamistry for hot days and Starbucks for any days. For casual eats, I like Beep's Burgers. 6. A playground for kids and grassy areas. 7. A Crunch! gym and a new martial arts studio coming soon. For COVID times, they offer outdoor Zumba on Sundays. 8. These used to have outdoor concerts here Pre-Covid. Even though we're still facing the pandemic, Blackhawk Plaza still has its charms. Its sad to see so many businesses close, but the ducks are always there to cheer people up.

What a shame that the owners of this beautiful location allowed it to get to the condition it is…read more Talk about great bones and such a missed opportunity to be a real amazing place to hang out. It's a ghost town and that's a shame.