Riverside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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 2.153.264 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
2.153.264 ₫
2.372.789 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 4.842.824 ₫ per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
4.842.824 ₫
6.518.373 ₫ total
26 Aug - 27 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,392 reviews)
"Beautiful Romantic place"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

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
The price is 3.734.588 ₫ per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
3.734.588 ₫
4.227.367 ₫ total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"Everything was nice"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"Pet friendly! We loved it!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Riverside attractions

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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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Cities near Riverside

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Ontario

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Beaumont

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Chino

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Corona

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