10 TOP Things to Do in San Gabriel Valley (2026 Activity Guide)

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

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Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches & More!

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Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets

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Hollywood Sign 2.5-Hour Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

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Hard Rock Cafe on Hollywood Boulevard

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Los Angeles: Surfing Lesson in Venice Beach

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What to do in San Gabriel Valley

Popular places to visit

Rose Bowl Stadium

Catch an event at Rose Bowl Stadium during your trip to Pasadena. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Image at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium at civil twilight.

Pasadena Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Pasadena Convention Center during your trip to Pasadena. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Santa Anita Park

You can take time to visit Santa Anita Park during your travels to Arcadia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens during your travels in San Marino. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

California Institute of Technology

Walk around the campus at California Institute of Technology during your visit to Pasadena. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.

Pomona, California USA - September 23rd, 2018. Ferris Wheel in LA country fair is the most attractive one with illuminated light.

Fairplex

Learn about the events happening at Fairplex during your trip to Pomona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Pomona College

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Pomona College, during your travels in Claremont. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip

You can take time to visit In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip during your travels to Pomona. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.

A lagoon in a gorgeous spring landscape at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia California USA

Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Arcadia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Areas of San Gabriel Valley

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City of Industry

Unique features of City of Industry include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Puente Hills Mall or Round 1 Bowling and Amusement while you're exploring the area.

Old Pasadena

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

Dragon boat at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area

Irwindale

Well-liked for its restaurants and sporting events, Irwindale is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area and Tryst Kiteboarding School, and jump on the metro at Irwindale Station to get around the city.

The Colorado Street Bridge and courthouse building shown in the City of Pasadena, California at sunset time.

North Central

When in North Central, you can plan a visit to Rose Bowl Stadium and Pasadena City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Playhouse Village

While visiting Playhouse Village, you might make a stop by sights like Pasadena Playhouse and Playhouse District.

Aerial view of the famous Pasadena City Hall

Lamanda Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lamanda Park and surrounding area, you can visit The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens and Pasadena Playhouse.