About Stockton

Stockton is the County seat for San Joaquin County. The City of Stockton is one of California’s fastest growing communities. Stockton is currently the 13th largest city in California with a dynamic, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural population of more than 310,000. It is situated along the San Joaquin Delta waterway which connects to the San Francisco Bay and the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers. Stockton is located 60 miles east of the San Francisco Bay Area, 83 miles east of San Francisco, and 45 miles south of Sacramento, the capital of California. Stockton has an airport offering service to Phoenix and Las Vegas (on Allegiant Airlines). Visitors may also fly into Sacramento, Oakland or San Francisco.

Looking for a destination that combines culture, rich history, shopping, and culinary delights? One that is close to major urban attractions as well as natural beauty and outdoor adventure? Experience it all in the city of Stockton, CA. Settle in at one of the charming Stockton California hotels, relax under sunny skies, and map out the activities for a day, a week, or longer. While you’re in town, cheer for one of our professional sports teams, pick up a treasure along the “Miracle Mile” or take a tour of nearby Lodi wine country.

Next stop? San Francisco, or maybe Yosemite. The adventure never ends when you start at the heart of California’s famous Central Valley.