Roseville City Guide

United States

Roseville City Guide

California

Roseville, California, is a suburban city known for its mix of urban conveniences and green spaces. It suits families, young professionals, and retirees. The city has good access to Sacramento and plenty of outdoor options nearby.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Good
7

Diverse food options include Italian, Mexican, Thai, Korean, and Indian. Vegan and vegetarian places are growing. Late-night options exist mainly in fast food or hookah bars.

Local Dishes:
Ramen, Thai Basil beef, Bulgogi beef, Bibimbap, Mexican dishes
International Cuisine:
Italian, Mexican, Thai, Korean, Indian, Vietnamese
Vegan FriendlyVegetarian Friendly
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Nightlife
Limited
5

Nightlife includes sports bars, nightclubs, karaoke lounges, and live music venues. Hookah bars offer late hours.

Coffee Culture
Good
6

Good number of cafes including chains and locals, with a typical US coffee scene.

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Tipping
Required
18%

Tipping is expected in sit-down restaurants (15-20%). Optional but appreciated in counter-service. Taxis and delivery usually 10-15%.

Top Attractions
Westfield Galleria at Roseville
Shopping
Major shopping mall with retail stores and dining.
The Fountains at Roseville
Shopping
Outdoor shopping and dining with family-friendly features.
Maidu Museum & Historic Site
Museum
Native American history exhibits and petroglyphs.
Miner's Ravine Trail
Outdoor
Paved trail for walking, jogging, and cycling.
Roseville Golfland Sunsplash
Outdoor
Water park and mini-golf center.
Roseville Utility Exploration Center
Museum
Interactive sustainability exhibits.
Roseville Telephone Museum
Museum
History of telecommunications.
Roseville Theatre Arts Academy
Arts
Live theater performances.
Denio's Farmers Market and Swap Meet
Market
Fresh produce and unique items market.
SIM Cards

SIM cards and eSIMs are available at major carriers (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile) and retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target. Passport/ID needed for purchase.

Available at:
AT&T
Verizon
T-Mobile
Best Buy
Walmart
Target
Recommended Apps
Moovit(Transit)
Google Maps(Navigation)
Transit App(Transit)
GO South Placer(Transit)
myRSVL(Utilities)
Yelp(Food & Drink)
OpenTable(Food & Drink)
Groupon(Deals)
Tipulator(Finance)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Excellent
8

Generally clean with good municipal waste and recycling services.

24/7 Services
Good
6

Emergency services and some supermarkets operate 24/7 or late hours, but full 24/7 retail is limited.

Groceries
Safeway
Nugget Markets
Sprouts Farmers Market
Walmart Supercenter
Trader Joe's
Bel Air
Raley's
Save Mart
Oriental Market

Large supermarkets like Safeway, Nugget, Sprouts, Walmart, and Trader Joe's are available. Oriental Market provides Asian groceries. Farmers' markets run year-round.

Cashless Payments
Widely accepted

Cards, Apple Pay, and Android Pay are widely accepted. Cash is rarely needed for most purchases.

ATMs

ATMs are easy to find at banks and stores like Costco, 7-Eleven, Save Mart, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS. Standard fees apply for out-of-network use.

Schools
Local only

Public schools offer dual language Spanish immersion and English learner services. Adult ESL classes are also available. No prominent international schools.

Available Schools:
Little Canada Elementary (Dual Language Spanish Immersion)
Roseville Joint Union High School District
Roseville Adult School

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Not Available
Work-Friendly Cafés
Limited
Digital Nomad Community
Poor
3

Limited nomad-specific spaces or events. Some remote work happens but community is small.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Excellent
8

Numerous parks and trails provide green space access across the city.

Running
Good
7

Popular running routes include Miners Ravine Trail and park loops. Generally safe and scenic.

Gyms
Available

Gyms and private training facilities are available across the city.

Available Gyms:
24 Hour Fitness Roseville Sport Gym
Roseville Strength and Conditioning
Planet Fitness Roseville
Anytime Fitness Roseville
Villa Sport
Tennis
Good
6

Tennis courts available at many city parks with some rental options; details require contacting local parks department.

Padel
Poor
0

No specific padel courts mentioned in Roseville.

Yoga
Good
6

Several yoga studios and wellness centers likely available, typical for a city this size.

Martial Arts
Good
6

Various martial arts schools likely available, offering common styles like Karate and Jiu-Jitsu.

Skiing
Good
6

Ski resorts like Lake Tahoe are 1.5 to 2.5 hours away, open late fall to spring with terrain for all levels.

Water Sports
Limited
5

Nearby Folsom Lake offers boating, fishing, and kayaking with rental options.

Surfing
Poor
0

No surfing; the city is inland. Coast surfing spots are several hours away.

Diving
Poor
0

No diving locally. Coastal options require a long drive.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Excellent
8

Hospitals like Sutter Roseville and Kaiser are available with English-speaking staff. Pharmacies include CVS and Walgreens with extended hours. Emergency services operate 24/7.

Hospitals:
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Kaiser Roseville Medical Center
Pharmacies:
CVS
Walgreens
Safeway Pharmacy
Walmart Pharmacy
Tap Water Safety
Safe to drink

Tap water meets federal and state standards. Some contaminants have exceeded guidelines in independent tests; filtration is an option.

Common Scams
Impersonation of government officials or tech support, Job offer scams, Lottery and sweepstakes scams

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Excellent
8

Many parks with playgrounds, a water park, museum exhibits, and family-friendly shopping areas. Baby supplies widely available.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Good
7

California's general LGBTQ+ protections apply. Nearby Sacramento has more community events and venues.

Pet Friendly
Good
7

Pet-friendly parks and businesses are available. Veterinary and supplies stores are common.

Communities
Sacramento Area Vegans (Food)
Roseville, California: News, Events & Info! (General)

Quick Facts

Population
147,773
Power Reliability
Excellent
9/10

Roseville Electric Utility is reliable with most power lines underground, leading to fewer outages than regional providers.

Mountains
Available

Near Sierra Nevada Mountains with easy car access to several trailheads.

Languages
English(95%)
Emergency
911
Emergency
(916) 774-5000
Non-emergency Police
(916) 774-5800
Non-emergency Fire
1-800-222-1222
Poison Control

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
0
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Earthquake
Moderate Risk
5

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Wildfire smoke
July, August, September, October
Smoke haze can happen during wildfire season in summer and fall.
Flooding
December, January, February
Heavy winter rains may cause flooding but infrastructure handles most events.
Extreme heat
July, August
Summer temperatures often exceed 90°F (32°C), sometimes over 100°F (38°C).

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