Riverside, CA Attractions
Riverside County
Location and general
Riverside is the capital of the county of the same name, and is to be found southeast of Los Angeles on the CA 60 and 91 close to the U.S. 10. Established about 1870, it was initially a silkworm-breeding center, but within a few years had developed into an important agricultural area, concentrating mainly on growing navel oranges which had been cultivated by mutation in Brazil in 1873. Most navel oranges still come from here today, although Riverside has experienced rapid growth since 1950 and is now an important commercial and industrial town.
March Airport lies near the town.
Location and general
Riverside is the capital of the county of the same name, and is to be found southeast of Los Angeles on the CA 60 and 91 close to the U.S. 10. Established about 1870, it was initially a silkworm-breeding center, but within a few years had developed into an important agricultural area, concentrating mainly on growing navel oranges which had been cultivated by mutation in Brazil in 1873. Most navel oranges still come from here today, although Riverside has experienced rapid growth since 1950 and is now an important commercial and industrial town.
March Airport lies near the town.
California Citrus State Historic Park
The California Citrus State Historic Park in Riverside is a 400 acre city park that features demonstration groves where fruit is still produced.
California Citrus State Historic Park
9400 Dufferin Avenue
Riverside, CA 92503-6328
United States
9400 Dufferin Avenue
Riverside, CA 92503-6328
United States
Phone 1 (951) 780-6222
Fax 1 (951) 780-6073
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Castle Amusement Park
The Castle Amusement Park in Riverside is located on a 25 acre site and features rides, arcade games and four 18 hole championship miniature golf courses. The arcade has elaborate decorations, including crystal chandeliers used in the movie "The King and I". Also in the park are a miniature railroad and an early 20th century carousel from Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Chinese Memorial Pavilion
The Chinese Pavilion in Riverside's downtown historic district, is intended as a tribute to the Asians who helped build the railroads and the community.
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Jensen-Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum
The Jensen-Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum is located on a 30 acre site in Riverside. It features displays of history from the 1880's, specifically the Jensen family.
Hours
September 16 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 |
Jurupa Mountains Cultural Center
The Jurapa Mountains Cultural Center in Riverside has displays of minerals and American Indian artifacts on its 104 acre site. This is not a park but an educational facility that teaches awareness and respect for the earth and its inhabitants, through our hands-on educational programs.
Jurapa Mountains Cultural Center
7621 Granite Hill Drive
Riverside, CA 92509-1299
United States
7621 Granite Hill Drive
Riverside, CA 92509-1299
United States
Phone 1 (909) 685-5818
Fax 1 (909) 685-1240
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | Closed |
| Close | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
March Field Museum
The March Field Museum in Riverside features over 50 historic aircraft including the SR-71 Blackbird.
There are several large planes on display in the aircraft viewing area including a B-52 bomber and a KC-135. The F-14 and F-102 are here as well.
In the hangar are some gems including a P-59 fighter the fist operational jet fighter used by the U.S. Air Force.
The General Curtis E LeMay Library can also be found in the hangar along with a gift shop and the museum office.
There are several large planes on display in the aircraft viewing area including a B-52 bomber and a KC-135. The F-14 and F-102 are here as well.
In the hangar are some gems including a P-59 fighter the fist operational jet fighter used by the U.S. Air Force.
The General Curtis E LeMay Library can also be found in the hangar along with a gift shop and the museum office.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Facilities
Gift shop
Mission Inn
The Mission Inn is a National Historic Landmark in Riverside that covers an entire city block. Built between 1876 and 1931 by Frank Miller, the hotel features a museum showcasing his art collection.
Mission Inn
3649 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA 92501-2839
United States
3649 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA 92501-2839
United States
Phone 1 (909) 784-0300
Fax 1 (909) 683-1342
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Mount Rubidoux Memorial Park
Mount Rubidoux Memorial Park, at a height of 1,300ft/400m on the western edge of town, with the Serra Cross in honor of the founder of the mission, and the Tower of World Peace.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise |
| Close | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset |
Parent Navel Orange Tree
The Parent Navel Orange Tree in Riverside is located at Magnolia and Arlington Avenue. It came from Brazil in 1875 and still produces fruit.
Rancho Jurupa Park
The Rancho Jurupa Park is a 350 acre park located on Crestmore Road off Mission Boulevard in Riverside. It has over 10 miles of hiking and horseback trails and a campground.
Riverside Art Museum
The Riverside Art Museum is housed in the city's 1929 YMCA building, designed by Julia Morgan the architect of the Hearst Castle. Exhibits feature diverse themes and a range of media techniques.
Riverside Art Museum
3425 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA 92501-3368
United States
3425 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA 92501-3368
United States
Phone 1 (951) 684-7111
Fax 1 (951) 684-7332
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Riverside Municipal Museum
The municipal museum in Riverside (37220 Orange Street), exhibits historical, anthropological and natural history items.
Sherman Indian Museum
The Sherman Indian Museum has student records from 1892 to 1970s as well as memorabilia and yearbooks. Displays of Native American artifacts feature basketry, rugs, beadwork, pottery and dioramas.
UCR (California Museum of Photography)
The California Museum of Photography, which has been in existence for over 15 years, and is to be found in a new building in the Main Street Mall.
UCR / California Museum of Photography
3824 Main Street
Riverside, CA 92501-3624
United States
3824 Main Street
Riverside, CA 92501-3624
United States
Phone 1 (951) 827-4787
Fax 1 (951) 827-4797
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
UCR Botanical Gardens
A citrus experimental station was the nucleus of the University of California in Riverside. With some 7,500 students, the campus is the smallest of the nine university sites.
UCR Botanical Gardens
University of California Riverside, North Campus Circle Drive
Riverside, CA 92521
United States
University of California Riverside, North Campus Circle Drive
Riverside, CA 92521
United States
Phone 1 (951) 784-6962
Fax 1 (951) 784-6962
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
University of California
The University of California, Riverside is one of ten campuses. The campus dates back to 1907 when the University of California Citrus Experiment Station was established in Riverside to conduct research benefiting Southern California agriculture.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
