Old Pasadena

Los Angeles

Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena

The historic centre of Pasadena in Los Angeles County offers alfresco dining, farmers markets, shopping and arts and crafts events.

Old Pasadena is the first commercial centre of Pasadena. Dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants and shop for handmade jewellery, vintage items and boutique clothing. Old Pasadena also has an energetic nightlife scene, with popular bars and music venues.

See many restored historic buildings in the Old Pasadena Historic District. Explore a Victorian-era castle, built over 100 years ago. Take a short walk to a large park, featuring activities for children and free summer concerts.

Organise a self-guided tour of the Castle Green, a nationally registered historic monument. This castle was built in the late 19th century and is regarded as the historic centerpiece of Old Pasadena. Join the December Holiday Tour to appreciate the fascinating architecture with sounds of carols and tastes of holiday treats.

Shop for high-quality fashionable clothing in Old Pasadena. This area is known for its vintage items, watches, antiques and furnishings. Have your hair done or get a manicure at one of the area’s beauty salons. Dress up for dinner and select from a range of excellent restaurants, serving local and international cuisine.

Book a walking architectural tour and see the old Santa Fe Station, the former Green Hotel and Central Park. Learn about many historic buildings, including St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church. The Old Town is now considered a National Register Historic District.

Explore Old Pasadena’s Central Park, a historic park and popular walking area. Visit nearby Memorial Park where, in the summer, you can listen to free weekly concerts for adults and children in the Levitt Pavilion for Performing Arts.

The Metro Gold Line light rail connects Old Pasadena with downtown Los Angeles. Alternatively, find Old Pasadena about 27 miles (43 kilometres) from Los Angeles International Airport.

Old Pasadena is an important historic centre in the Californian city and highly regarded for its shopping, dining and visitor attractions.


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Top hotels in Old Pasadena

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

4 out of 5
180 N Fair Oaks Ave Pasadena CA
The price is RM724 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
RM724
RM849 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pasadena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,251 reviews)
"The cleaning person forgot to put clean towels in our room, when we call reception they put us on hold for more than 5 min therefore we went to downstair and ask for towels."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St Los Angeles CA
The price is RM706 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
RM706
RM965 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,150 reviews)
"The room was nice but small. The light switch was not clean. I am not sure what was on it. I had to clean it with my personal sanitizer. That experience was sadden me."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is RM1,054 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
RM1,054
RM1,370 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,295 reviews)
"Resort fees and parking charges were informed by the staff during the checkin."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
Fully refundable
The price is RM602 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM602
RM699 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,601 reviews)
"Location is great if you are going to or arriving from the LAX airport. There was a shuttle that left from the hotel as well as one at the car rental place. All so easy. Room was very comfortable. We were on the 7th floor which had quite a nice view of the city. I would definitely stay here again. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
Sheraton Universal Hotel

Sheraton Universal Hotel

4 out of 5
333 Universal Hollywood Drive Universal City CA
The price is RM950 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
RM950
RM1,104 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Universal City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,202 reviews)
"Great stay. Helpful staff. Good bar. The shuttle driver was not good at his job and upset people. Could be easily solved by counting those that get on and stopping at the number of seats. Instead he would allow a bunch of extra people every time and then have them all get off. Such a waste of time. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Sheraton Universal Hotel
Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave Burbank CA
The price is RM707 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
RM707
RM788 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,951 reviews)
"excellent location, great property, and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Hotel Burbank
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Hollywood

Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.

Downtown Los Angeles

Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

Koreatown

Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.

Westwood

Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Mid City

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.



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