Pasadena is the home of a world famous stadium, renowned cultural attractions and educational institutions, and some of the best hotels and restaurants in Los Angeles. The landmark Rose Bowl is the home of the UCLA Bruins football team, the monthly Rose Bowl Flea Market, the annual Rose Bowl Game and spectacular July 4th fireworks. The renowned Huntington Library is one of LA’s top cultural attractions, and the Norton Simon Museum has an impressive collection of European art. The Gamble House is a masterpiece of the Craftsman movement, while the historic Pasadena Playhouse has been the State Theatre of California since 1937. Shopping areas include Old Pasadena, the outdoor Paseo Colorado, and South Lake Avenue. Search the best Pasadena hotels and enjoy one of LA’s most popular regions.
The Norton Simon Museum is known around the world as one of the most remarkable private art collections ever assembled. Permanent collection features European art from the Renaissance to the mid 20th century, including works by Raphael, Botticelli, Rubens, Rembrandt, Watteau, Goya, Monet, Renoir, Degas and van Gogh, and sculpture from India and Southeast Asia.
The Pasadena Playhouse, one of the nation's leading regional theatres, is a 686-seat performing arts venue located in Pasadena's Playhouse District. Founded in 1917, The Pasadena Playhouse provides a variety of cultural and artistic events from theatre and dance to music and opera. Recent hits include ART starring Roger Bart, Michael O'Keefe and Bradley Whitford and THE HEIRESS starring Richard Chamberlain and Heather Tom.
Part kitchen, part bakery and part lounge, Mi Piace brings East Coast Italian to West Coast diners. The interior feels like you stepped into an über-trendy Manhattan eatery complete with a martini lounge. The menu boasts influences from New York with favorites such as vitello a la Milanese and homemade baked lasagna.
Gold Class Cinemas has a passion for movies and can provide you with the ultimate entertainment escape. It is the premium, but affordable, movie going experience for everyone.
An oasis of art and culture on 207 acres. Explore breathtaking gardens, new Children’s Garden, Tropical Conservatory, Chinese Garden, four art galleries and a library, showcasing collections of rare books. Bookstore, English Tea and group tours.
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