Riverside

Travel Guide

A cityscape with a prominent church, palm trees, and a clear sky.
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Road Through Pine Forest in San Bernadino Mountains
The Whitewater River Valley near Palm Springs, California, where the recent wet winter cause a super bloom of flowers near the river in the Desert.
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Where to stay in Riverside

Find the best Riverside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

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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.

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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.

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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 Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

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Canyon Crest

While Canyon Crest isn't home to many top sights, Riverside Metropolitan Museum and Fox Performing Arts Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites

Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
1900 W. Frontage Rd Corona CA
The price is RM333 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
RM333
RM367 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Corona. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
3649 Mission Inn Ave Riverside CA
The price is RM748 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
RM748
RM1,006 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riverside. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center

Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
3400 Market Street Riverside CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM578 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
RM578
RM654 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Riverside. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
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Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge

3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln Big Bear Lake CA
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,364 reviews)
"Would definitely visit again!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Lagonita Lodge
7 Springs Inn & Suites

7 Springs Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
950 N Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Palm Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,124 reviews)
"Great place to stay generally speaking. Would recommend especially if you want to stay in a lively hotel.."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

7 Springs Inn & Suites
Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2.5 out of 5
2001 Wilderness Rd Running Springs CA
Stay at this cabin in Running Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios and housekeeping. Popular attractions Lake Arrowhead Village and Snow Valley are located ...
Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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Stay near popular Riverside attractions

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Photo by Edward Nijst
Open Photo by Edward Nijst

University of California, Riverside

8.2/10 (1,003 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of California, Riverside during your trip to Riverside. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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Things to do

Aerial tram traveling high above the cliffs of Chino Canyon in California

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

RM130
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Palm Springs Windmill Tours

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

RM245
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
Rancho Cucamonga: Escape Room Adventure Game

Rancho Cucamonga: Escape Room Adventure Game

RM176
per adult
Rancho Cucamonga: Escape Room Adventure Game
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Redlands

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Moreno Valley

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