Riverside County Travel Guide

California

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Popular cities in Riverside County

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Palm Springs
Known for Relaxing, Deserts and Golf
Trip time! Discover the desert views, golf and entertainment in relaxing Palm Springs.

Reasons to visit

  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
  • Palm Springs Convention Center
  • Palm Canyon
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Temecula
Known for Wineries, Casinos and Lakes
Love wineries, rivers and casinos? Get away to Temecula!

Reasons to visit

  • Old Town Temecula Community Theater
  • Galway Downs
  • Ponte Winery
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A desert landscape with tall palm trees and a mountain range under a blue sky with clouds.
Palm Desert
Known for Deserts, Relaxing and Golf
Explore relaxing Palm Desert: its desert views, golf, festivals and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort
  • Palm Desert Country Club
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Rancho Mirage
Known for Dining, Relaxing and Golf
Trip time! Discover the desert views, golf and local cuisine in relaxing Rancho Mirage.

Reasons to visit

  • Agua Caliente Casino
  • The River at Rancho Mirage
  • Sunnylands Center and Gardens
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Riverside
Known for Dining, Rivers and Shopping
Experience the riverfront, live music and festivals in Riverside!

Reasons to visit

  • University of California, Riverside
  • Riverside Convention Center
  • Lake Perris
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Indio
Known for Casinos, Deserts and Live music
Get away to Indio! Enjoy the festivals, live music and riverfront.

Reasons to visit

  • Coachella Music Festival
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University of California, Riverside

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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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