Situated at the foot of scenic Mount Diablo is the city that some consider to be the center of sophistication for Contra Costa County. With all the major conveniences and quality attractions of a metropolitan hub, Walnut Creek is a favorite destination for those who want to spend quality time shopping or taking in a first-rate show. Rated by the San Francisco Chronicle as the East Bay leader for general amenities, the City of Walnut Creek consistantly drives trends and fashions for the entire county.

The Dean Lesher Regional Center for the Arts is a regional draw, featuring three performing art theaters with a total of 1,212 seats. Walnut Creek is also home to the renowned Bedford Art Gallery. Broadway Plaza continues the legacy of regional supremacy as a premier retail mecca for the East Bay, and the Lindsay Museum is a nationally renowned wildlife museum and rehabilitation center.

Patio cafes, boutiques, and some of the region's most respected restaurants line the streets of Locust and Main.

Among major employers are highly visible healthcare systems such as Kaiser Foundation, John Muir/Mt. Diablo Health Systems and Permanente Medical Group.

Recreational facilities are equally impressive, from championship golf courses to the 101-acre Heather Farm Parks complex.