15 Best Things To Do in Riverside, California

About Riverside

An assortment of tall palm trees set the tone of Riverside’s aesthetic vibe, while the Spanish architecture makes many parts of the city a sight for sore eyes. Moreover, the Main Street Mall is the place to shop and enjoy local eateries, while the Riverside Art Museum is filled with local and national artworks.

What makes Riverside so majestic is how it has a perfect blend of daytime attractions and nighttime entertainment as the city comes to life after the dark. Among the venues that are extremely attractive is the Fox Performing Arts Center, where you can catch a performance any day of the week.

Other attractions in the city include the California Citrus State Historic Park and the University of California Riverside Botanical Garden.

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Riverside Weather by Month

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Places to Stay in Riverside

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Best Tours in Riverside

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Best Things to do in Riverside, CA

These are the best things to do in the greater Riverside area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.

Outdoor Activities in Riverside

Riverside Archery

Based on 171 Reviews

Disco’s Paddle Surf

Based on 160 Reviews

Enjoy The Mountain

Based on 137 Reviews

Museums in Riverside

Michelle’s Soul Purpose

Based on 267 Reviews

Mystic of East

Based on 213 Reviews

MagicIAN

Based on 154 Reviews

Restaurants in Riverside

Flavor Theory

Based on 357 Reviews

Model Meals

Based on 274 Reviews

Steve’s Donuts

Based on 267 Reviews

Nightlife in Riverside

So Cal Professional Mobile DJ / VJ Service

Based on 39 Reviews

Big Lucky

Based on 39 Reviews

Hotz kitchen and cocktails

Based on 24 Reviews

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