Riverside
Travel Guide





Visit Riverside
Where to stay in Riverside

Downtown Riverside
Downtown Riverside is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Fox Performing Arts Center and Fox Entertainment Plaza.

University
If you're spending some time in University, University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens and Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park are top sights worth seeing.

Arlington
Though Arlington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galleria at Tyler and Castle Park Amusement Park.

Magnolia Center
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Magnolia Center and surrounding area, you can visit Fox Performing Arts Center and Galleria at Tyler.

Canyon Crest
While Canyon Crest isn't home to many top sights, Fox Performing Arts Center and University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
"The property is absolutely beautiful, with a stunning, elegant atmosphere that feels both luxurious and exclusive. The grounds are well maintained, and the overall ambiance made it a very enjoyable place to stay. I can’t comment on the food since I chose to explore nearby local coffee shops and restaurants ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown
"The rooms need work! The tub was dirty old rusty , even though the the area was a bit shady didn't mean you should Not keep ROOMS In excellent CONDITION ,and desk checkin man should keep his opinions to himself , THE DOOR SEEM DAMAGED HAD A BENT LOOK , but I had an ideal by the low rating it has. ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
"Fine hotel stay. Really nothing special except they make the lobby look super nice and have a restaurant/bar. I thought it was ridiculous that the breakfast is an extra $25 and the rooms don’t have a microwave or mini fridge. Have stayed at cheaper hotels that have the same amenities with nice complimentary ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Lagonita Lodge
"Very nice"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

7 Springs Inn & Suites
"Checking in was easy. The price was correct. But the room was a little warm. It was 105 outside. Took a bit for the room to cool down. The room was big and had a kitchen. And we enjoyed the pool. For the price it was enjoyable would stay there again."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Vista Mirage Resort
"Very good and clean hotel"
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Things to do

Palm Springs Windmill Tours
















