Riverside, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Riverside
Where to stay in Riverside
Downtown Riverside
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 Fox Entertainment Plaza.
Eastside
Though Eastside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fox Performing Arts Center and University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens.
La Sierra
While visiting La Sierra, you might make a stop by sights like Castle Park Amusement Park and Galleria at Tyler.
Ramona
If you're spending some time in Ramona, Heritage House and CBU Events Center are top sights worth seeing.
Wood Streets
When in Wood Streets, you can plan a visit to Fox Performing Arts Center and University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Magnolia Center
When in Magnolia Center, you can plan a visit to Fox Performing Arts Center and Galleria at Tyler, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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
This place was sooooooo cute!! A little dated but felt cozy and comfortable.. everything was very clean and soooooo stinking cute!!! You walk out in your patio and there’s a hangout area. Picnic tables and an outside jacuzzi. The boat dock is so close to take the kids fishing. We only stayed one ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
7 Springs Inn & Suites
Good place to stay
Reviewed on 11 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 March 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Riverside Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at 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. Check out 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. Check out 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 trip to 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 savor its top-notch restaurants.
