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Mandir & Buddhist Temple Tour with Indian Lunch & Chinese Tea

Mandir & Buddhist Temple Tour with Indian Lunch & Chinese Tea

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥23,684 per adult
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Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Activity duration is 14 hours and 37 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥2,525 per traveler*
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Soul Dusk Retreat: An Overnight Desert Healing Experience

Soul Dusk Retreat: An Overnight Desert Healing Experience

Activity duration is 1 day
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥268,413 per adult
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Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Activity duration is 1 hour
4.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥18,947 per traveler
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What to do in Riverside

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Lake Perris State Park

Lake Perris

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Perris during your travels in Moreno Valley. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Perris
Entrance ceiling to the Fox they matched the original paint colors #iloveriverside #riversideca #riverside #foxtheatre #landmark #paint

Fox Performing Arts Center

You can get tickets for a performance at Fox Performing Arts Center during your trip to Riverside. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Fox Performing Arts Center
Nice view of the lake looking west.

Lake Perris State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Lake Perris State Recreation Area during your travels to Moreno Valley. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Perris State Recreation Area
Good ol' random fun

Cabazon Dinosaurs

Enjoy a stop at Cabazon Dinosaurs, an entertaining place to visit in Cabazon. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Cabazon Dinosaurs
Another very good Aviation museum, aircraft outside and nicely spaced out for photos

March Field Air Museum

You can study the exhibits at March Field Air Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to March Air Reserve Base. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

March Field Air Museum

Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa

You can take time to visit Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa during your travels to Corona. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa

Morongo Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Morongo Casino during your travels in Cabazon? Discover the restaurants and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Morongo Casino

University of California, Riverside

Explore the campus of University of California, Riverside, during your travels in Riverside. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

University of California, Riverside

California Baptist University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of California Baptist University, during your trip to Riverside. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

California Baptist University

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Riverside

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Downtown Riverside

4/5(383 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Riverside praise its stunning river views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

Downtown Riverside
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La Sierra

3.5/5(120 area reviews)

While visiting La Sierra, you might make a stop by sights like Castle Park Amusement Park and Galleria at Tyler.

La Sierra
Getting ready to take the metrolink to Union Station.

Eastside

3.5/5(41 area reviews)

Though Eastside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

Eastside
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Victoria

If you're spending some time in Victoria, Riverside Tennis Center and Andulka Park Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.

Victoria
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Ramona

If you're spending some time in Ramona, CBU Events Center and Heritage House are top sights worth seeing.

Ramona
View of Highway 74

Magnolia Center

When in Magnolia Center, you can plan a visit to Fox Performing Arts Center and Citrus State Historic Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Magnolia Center

Popular day trips from Riverside

Ontario which includes street scenes and night scenes

Ontario

Banning

Banning

Photo by Carla Copas

Chino

Corona

Corona

Southern California which includes a beach, a sunset and sailing

Perris

Photo by Cecille Co

Norco

Photo by Kamala Venkatesh

Lake Elsinore

Redlands

Redlands

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside worth visiting?
Riverside has a unique mix of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local culinary flavors, there's plenty you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Riverside?
Start your day with a visit to Castle Park Amusement Park and The Cove Waterpark. Then, tour different areas of Riverside for local dining and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Riverside?
Castle Park Amusement Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Riverside and deserves a spot on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Riverside?
Three days in Riverside is more than enough to enjoy the city's key attractions. Many guests stay for two days on average. The Cove Waterpark, Riverside Metropolitan Museum and Mount Rubidoux Park are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Ontario.
Is Riverside a walkable city?
With popular neighborhoods and major attractions within walking distance of the city center, Riverside is a good destination to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Riverside Metropolitan Museum and Mount Rubidoux Park. Then take a stroll around Downtown Riverside, located 0.64 kilometers from the center, and Eastside, which is about 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Riverside with kids?
Whether you're traveling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Riverside with kids.

What to do in Riverside for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Riverside, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to CBU Events Center or California Museum of Photography.
Are there free things to do in Riverside?
In Riverside, Mount Rubidoux Park is an unmissable spot for anyone wishing to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the other neighborhoods and green spaces, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a top way to learn about the best free things to do in Riverside.