Old Pasadena Travel Guide

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Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena showing fashion and interior views
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena

The historic centre of Pasadena in Los Angeles County offers alfresco dining, farmers markets, shopping and arts and crafts events.

Old Pasadena is the first commercial centre of Pasadena. Dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants and shop for handmade jewellery, vintage items and boutique clothing. Old Pasadena also has an energetic nightlife scene, with popular bars and music venues.

See many restored historic buildings in the Old Pasadena Historic District. Explore a Victorian-era castle, built over 100 years ago. Take a short walk to a large park, featuring activities for children and free summer concerts.

Organise a self-guided tour of the Castle Green, a nationally registered historic monument. This castle was built in the late 19th century and is regarded as the historic centerpiece of Old Pasadena. Join the December Holiday Tour to appreciate the fascinating architecture with sounds of carols and tastes of holiday treats.

Shop for high-quality fashionable clothing in Old Pasadena. This area is known for its vintage items, watches, antiques and furnishings. Have your hair done or get a manicure at one of the area’s beauty salons. Dress up for dinner and select from a range of excellent restaurants, serving local and international cuisine.

Book a walking architectural tour and see the old Santa Fe Station, the former Green Hotel and Central Park. Learn about many historic buildings, including St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church. The Old Town is now considered a National Register Historic District.

Explore Old Pasadena’s Central Park, a historic park and popular walking area. Visit nearby Memorial Park where, in the summer, you can listen to free weekly concerts for adults and children in the Levitt Pavilion for Performing Arts.

The Metro Gold Line light rail connects Old Pasadena with downtown Los Angeles. Alternatively, find Old Pasadena about 27 miles (43 kilometres) from Los Angeles International Airport.

Old Pasadena is an important historic centre in the Californian city and highly regarded for its shopping, dining and visitor attractions.

Popular places to visit

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood

Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!

Universal Studios Hollywood
Staples Center which includes shopping, a statue or sculpture and signage

Crypto.com Arena

This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.

Crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles Convention Center

Los Angeles Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Los Angeles Convention Center
Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Six Flags Magic Mountain

Six Flags Magic Mountain

Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Magic Mountain
University of Southern California

University of Southern California

Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Southern California, a top university in Los Angeles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

University of Southern California

Things to do

Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon

Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon

Rp217.750
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
Los Angeles All-Inclusive Pass: Includes Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Los Angeles All-Inclusive Pass: Includes Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Rp1.658.250
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles All-Inclusive Pass: Includes Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Picture 10 for Activity Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Admission Ticket

Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Admission Ticket

Rp351.750
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Admission Ticket
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket

Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket

Rp301.500
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket
Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services

Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services 1 Ticket for 2 Bags

Rp1.254.575
per traveller
Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services 1 Ticket for 2 Bags
Griffith Observatory: Travel the Universe with Audio Tour

Griffith Observatory: Travel the Universe with Audio Tour

Rp294.204
per traveller
Griffith Observatory: Travel the Universe with Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Old Pasadena

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

4 out of 5
180 N Fair Oaks Ave Pasadena CA
The price is Rp2.564.488 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp2.564.488
Rp3.005.451 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pasadena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (945 reviews)
Breakfast was great.. made cook to order. Highly recommend! Staff was courteous and room was cleaned everyday.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel

E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel

4 out of 5
1020 S Figueroa Street Los Angeles CA
Stay at this boutique hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,664 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave Burbank CA
The price is Rp2.185.419 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp2.185.419
Rp2.437.402 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,410 reviews)
The room was immaculate and staff helpful and happy. There is no arcade on property as the listing suggests. The outdoor poor area and the back courtyard with coy pond are beautiful. There are cute little places throughout the hotel for photo ops! The bar/cafe has limited menu-card only, they do ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hotel Burbank
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

2 out of 5
5101 W Century Blvd Inglewood CA
The price is Rp886.193 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
Rp886.193
Rp1.075.743 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Inglewood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (8,385 reviews)
The room was fairly clean but could’ve been cleaner. The staff was SO kind and helpful everyone who worked there was lovely. I wish there was a microwave in the room- very inconvenient to have all guests sharing one microwave in the lobby.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Biltmore Los Angeles

Biltmore Los Angeles

4 out of 5
506 S Grand Ave Los Angeles CA
The price is Rp3.363.800 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
Rp3.363.800
Rp4.006.287 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,370 reviews)
Beautiful hotel just a little outdated in some aspects. Loved the history of it!

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Biltmore Los Angeles
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is Rp4.187.931 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
Rp4.187.931
Rp5.454.906 total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,861 reviews)
Great staff, clean room and amenities

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Pasadena

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Eagle Rock

4/5(1 area review)

Eagle Rock is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Forest Lawn Memorial Park and Eagle Rock Plaza.

Eagle Rock
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Silver Lake

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Lake views, live music and theatres are just a few things travellers enjoy about Silver Lake. Check out Melrose Avenue or Virgil Avenue while you're exploring the area.

Silver Lake
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Los Feliz

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and architecture in Los Feliz. You might want to make time for a stop at John Marshall High School or Pohono Bridge.

Los Feliz
Downtown Los Angeles featuring a city

Downtown Los Angeles

4/5(134 area reviews)

Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Los Angeles
Staples Center which includes shopping, a statue or sculpture and signage

South Park

While you're in South Park, take in top sights like Crypto.com Arena and jump on the metro at Pico Station to see more of the city.

South Park
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Commerce

Commerce is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Outlets or Commerce Casino.

Commerce

Old Pasadena Travel Guide