Pasadena, Los Angeles County, CA

Places to go in Pasadena

69 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Pasadena Civic Auditorium

Arts & Culture

Pasadena Civic Auditorium

300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Pasadena Memorial Park

Outdoors

Pasadena Memorial Park

Historic park featuring memorials, kids’ activities & free summer concerts in Levitt Pavilion.

85 E Holly St #3907, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA

Pasadena Playhouse

Arts & Culture

Pasadena Playhouse

This intimate space is a local destination for new works & revivals, including award-winning plays.

39 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Republik Coffee Pasadena

Food & Drink

Republik Coffee Pasadena

Hip, convivial cafe & wine bar serving baked goods, hearty brunch fare & specialty coffee.

854 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Rosebud Coffee

Food & Drink

Rosebud Coffee

2302 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA

The Arbour

Nightlife

The Arbour

Farm-to-table Californian fare & craft cocktails in a relaxed, fashionable space with a woodsy feel.

527 S Lake Ave #120, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

The Barkley Restaurant & Bar

Nightlife

The Barkley Restaurant & Bar

Vintage neighborhood bar/eatery with dark decor & an American menu, plus live jazz & swing bands.

1400 Huntington Dr, South Pasadena, CA 91030, USA

The Gamble House

Arts & Culture

The Gamble House

Guided tours showcase this architecturally significant 1908 home designed by Charles & Henry Greene.

4 Westmoreland Pl, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena

Wellness

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena

Elegant landmark property on 23 acres, offering a day spa, refined dining options, a pool & tennis.

1401 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA

The Mixx

Food & Drink

The Mixx

Warm, energetic outpost offering New American fare alongside cocktails, live music & happy hours.

443 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

The Raymond 1886 - Modern American Cuisine & Craft Cocktails in Pasadena

Food & Drink

The Raymond 1886 - Modern American Cuisine & Craft Cocktails in Pasadena

New American restaurant serving refined steaks & seafood in a quaint cottage with a garden patio.

1250 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA

The Speakeasy

Nightlife

The Speakeasy

Dark cocktail lounge with a vintage 1920s vibe, featuring a hidden entrance & secret password.

25 N Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA

Turnbull Canyon

Sports & Recreation

Turnbull Canyon

Former landfill site, closed in 2013 & now landscaped, offering hiking through the Puente Hills.

Turnbull Canyon Rd, Whittier, CA 90601, USA

Union Restaurant

Food & Drink

Union Restaurant

Snug gastropub serving Italian-influenced farm-to-table fare in bright, brick-walled surroundings.

37 Union St, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA

UOVO | Pasadena

Food & Drink

UOVO | Pasadena

146 S Lake Ave #103, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Urban Plates

Food & Drink

Urban Plates

Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.

269 S Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Urth Caffe Pasadena

Food & Drink

Urth Caffe Pasadena

Outpost of a bustling cafe chain serving farm-to-table American bites, organic coffee, and desserts.

594 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Victory Park

Outdoors

Victory Park

Community baseball, softball & soccer fields with mountain views, plus an indoor gym & rec center.

2641, Victory Park, 2641, 2575 Paloma St, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA

Videre Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

Food & Drink

Videre Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

Rooftop bar in the Kimpton Hotel Wilshire for Coastal California cuisine, craft cocktails & city views.

6317 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA

Vina Vieja Park

Outdoors

Vina Vieja Park

Park featuring off-leash areas for large & small dogs, plus 3 areas & a shelter for picnics.

3026 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA

Vroman's Bookstore

Shopping

Vroman's Bookstore

695 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA