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.
Eastside
Eastside might not have many top sights, but Fox Performing Arts Center and University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Sierra
If you're spending some time in La Sierra, Castle Park Amusement Park and Galleria at Tyler are top sights worth seeing.
Ramona
If you're spending some time in Ramona, Heritage House and CBU Events Center are top sights worth seeing.
Wood Streets
Wood Streets might not have many top sights, but Fox Performing Arts Center and University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
It was clean and a great location for our wedding night.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown
Breakfast was good. Staff was friendly, room was ok we had lots of fruit flies in the room. Toilet didn’t flush the best.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
Clean room
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Lagonita Lodge
Beautiful views from hot tub!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
7 Springs Inn & Suites
Loved the vibe of the hotel! The location was also perfect and super convenient! Close to so many great spots! Some cons were the plug ins on the lamps didn’t work and even some on the walls didn’t work either. The wifi was also never working most of the time. The shower also needed some fixing but ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Secluded A-frame Cabin in Idyllwild on 8 acres / 4 miles from Town / Sleeps 6
This was our first family trip to California and this house and location did not disappoint. The view was amazing, the house was beautiful and everyone fell in love with it.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
University of California, Riverside
Explore the campus of University of California, Riverside during your trip to Riverside. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Riverside Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Riverside Convention Center during your trip to Riverside. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Lake Perris
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Perris during your travels in Moreno Valley. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Lake Perris State Recreation Area
You can take time to visit Lake Perris State Recreation Area during your travels to Moreno Valley. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
March Field Air Museum
You can study the exhibits at March Field Air Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in March Air Reserve Base. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mount Rubidoux Park
After visiting Mount Rubidoux Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riverside. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
