Old Pasadena

Los Angeles

Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena

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

Old Pasadena is the first commercial center of Pasadena. Dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants and shop for handmade jewelry, 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.

Organize 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 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport.

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

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Top hotels in Old Pasadena

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4 out of 5
180 N Fair Oaks Ave Pasadena CA
The price is P9,117 per night from May 26 to May 27
P9,117
per night
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pasadena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,147 reviews)
Quiet and easy to find.

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

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4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is P15,478 per night from May 17 to May 18
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per night
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,226 reviews)
The hotel couldbuse some remodeling, but the staff was great.The location is excellent, and the food was consistently excellent each time we ordered at the restaurant.

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

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4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St Los Angeles CA
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4 out of 5
506 S Grand Ave Los Angeles CA
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4 out of 5
333 Universal Hollywood Drive Universal City CA
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