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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 museums and culture

Architecture & Tours

With 16 historical districts packed into 23 square miles, Pasadena has a wealth of incredible architecture to discover.

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Pasadena Shopping Destinations, Vintage Finds, Antique, One-of-a-kind, Southern California, Things to Do

Shopping in...

Find unique treasures and exceptional bargains at retailers ranging from exclusive boutiques and national department stores to flea markets and...

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Pasadena Shopping, Bookstore, Things to Do

Bookstores & Comic...

Are you tired of the same old bookstore chains? Have you read enough "New York Times Best-Sellers" to make your eyes go dry?

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norton simon museum

Museums

Pasadena is known for its abundance of renowned cultural institutions, many within walking distance of one another.

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Pasadena Civic Auditorium

Music and Theater

Do you accidentally give driving directions using stage left and stage right? Is your go-to dance move the jazz square?

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Pasadena Dining

Restaurants &...

Trying new cuisines is one of the most thrilling experiences for taste buds and cultural immersion. Pasadena is home to over 650 restaurants, where...

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Pasadena Hotels

Places to Stay

Choosing Pasadena as your home base for any trip to the Los Angeles area is a smart strategy. From here, you’ll have fast, easy access to downtown...

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Hiking at Angeles National Forest

Outdoor & Wellness

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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.

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Old Pasadena Street

Old Pasadena

With 22 blocks designated as a National Register Historic District, Old Pasadena abounds with impeccably restored late 19th and early 20th-century...

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Civic Center...

The Civic Center District is a vibrant zone that sits between Old Pasadena and The Playhouse Village. The beautiful Beaux-Arts and Mediterranean...

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Pasadena Arts

Playhouse Village

The artsy Playhouse Village is home to the renowned Pasadena Playhouse along with museums, galleries, eateries, and a smattering of independent...

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South Lake Avenue

South Lake Avenue

South Lake is a 12-block stretch of boutiques, restaurants, and purveyors of beauty, health, and wellness. Major national chain stores like Macy’s...

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Ramada inn
Motels & Inns

Ramada Pasadena

Booking a room at Ramada Pasadena is a great way to get more out of your next trip to California. Ramada Pasadena is located near Rose Bowl Stadium, and just a...

Romanesque room
Historic Building

Romanesque Room

Once the Main Dining Room for the resort Gem of the West, The Historic Green Hotel, The Romanesque Room is truly one-of-a-kind. With a domed ceiling and Roman...

Rose bowl aquatic center
Active Life and Sports

Rose Bowl Aquatics Center

The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, opened in 1990 and is located in Pasadena's beautiful Brookside Park, just south of the...

Rose Bowl Stadium
Active Life and Sports

Rose Bowl Stadium

America's Stadium. The stadium is the proud home of the Tournament of Roses Football Game, UCLA Bruin Football, Americafest Fourth of July Celebration,...

Rose Bud Coffee
Brunch/Breakfast

Rosebud Coffee

Coffee with a Cause. Rosebud Coffee began as an old coffee cart traveling around Los Angeles as a way to empower homeless and transitional-aged youth while...

Saga Motor Hotel
Motels & Inns

Saga Motor Hotel

Route 66 Motel. Built in 1957, the Saga Motor Hotel was designed by architect Harold Zook to catch the eye of passing motorists along Route 66. The 70-room...

Santa anita park, horse racing
Active Life and Sports

Santa Anita Park

Santa Anita Park. Considered one of the world's most beautiful race tracks, Santa Anita is home to numerous prestigious races including the Santa Anita Derby,...
Shopping

Shopaholic Sample Sales

Shopaholic Sample Sales offers contemporary women's designer clothing at considerably less than retail pricing and sources a lot of gorgeous brands that aren't...
Active Life and Sports

Spenga

Spenga is a great work out location in Pasadena where people are falling in love with their signature Spin, Strength & Yoga! This small business is owned by...
Shopping

Tac-Tile Mountain

Tac-tile Mountain is a new go-to lifestyle shop of highly curated gifts and objects for the home founded by couple Scarlett Patterson and Nico Yaryan located...

1894 Wine Bar, vroman's bookstore
Bar

The 1894 Wine Bar

The 1894 Wine bar is the perfect place to enjoy decadent drinks after spending hours exploring through the historic Vroman’s Bookstore. Bring your loved ones...

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