things to do

Things to Do

Explore and experience Pasadena including over 600 restaurants, nightlife activities, hotels, museums, education and more.

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Located 10 miles from Los Angeles, Pasadena welcomes visitors with 300 days of sunshine, tree-lined streets filled with historic architecture, national landmarks, popular art & cultural institutions, eye-catching retail and a diverse selection of restaurants. Explore the “Crown of the Valley” solo or as a group to discover what makes the city one of Los Angeles’ unique hidden gems.

Pasadena is divided into four major districts. Old Pasadena, Civic Center District, Playhouse Village, and South Lake Avenue District each hold a unique charm that sets it apart from their companion Pasadena neighborhoods.

City Hall
Architecture

Pasadena City Hall

City Beautiful Movement. The exquisite 1927 landmark exhibits Italian Renaissance and Spanish influences with its red tile roof, ornate fountain, and lush...

Hotels

Pasadena Hotel and Pool

On the Rose Parade route at Colorado Boulevard, the historic, 1926-built hotel offers 161 modern guestrooms and suites, a lush courtyard, a lobby bar and...

pasadena ice skating center
Active Life and Sports

Pasadena Ice Skating Center

The Pasadena Ice Skating Center facility features an NHL regulation size rink with 4 team rooms, skate rental, party room, vending machines, pro shop, and...

Historic Building

Pasadena Masonic Temple

The Pasadena Masonic Temple stands today as a beacon where the greatness of Masonry may be found. Completed in 1927, it holds an envious position for it was...

Pasadena Playhouse
Architecture

Pasadena Playhouse

State Theatre of California. The Pasadena Playhouse was established in 1917 and is the official State Theatre of California. In recent years, The Playhouse...

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Motels & Inns

Pasadena Rose & Crown Hotel

Pasadena Rose & Crown Hotel Executive. Guests staying at Pasadena Rose & Crown Hotel can easily visit the Pasadena Convention Center, Dodger Stadium, Griffith...

Pasadena Rose Inn
Motels & Inns

Pasadena Rose Inn

Pasadena Rose Inn. The Pasadena Rose Inn is is located on Colorado Blvd, along the Tournament of Roses Parade route and Historic Route 66. Amenities. The...

Performing Arts

Pasadena Symphony and POPS

Pasadena Symphony Association The Pasadena Symphony Association was founded in 1928, it was called the Pasadena Civic Symphony then and it was fully funded by...

Shopping

Poo-Bah Records

Poo-Bah is an old-school music store carrying vinyl, cassette tapes & CDs from below-the-radar artists. The record shop also sells vintage and retro...