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Your Guide to Hidden Gems near the Mission Inn

Things to Do in Riverside, CA

Discover Riverside, CA, where history and modern charm come together. Explore the Mission Inn Avenue district with its boutiques, galleries, and cafés, visit the Riverside Art Museum, or enjoy views from Mount Rubidoux and the fragrant groves of California Citrus State Historic Park. At the heart of it all, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, a national historic landmark, provides an iconic and central base for experiencing Riverside’s culture, history, and sunshine.

​ 0.2 Miles | ​ 1 Minutes Dive

Riverside Art Museum

The Riverside Art Museum (RAM) is a vibrant cultural institution located in downtown Riverside. The museum is dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the arts.

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​ 0.1 Miles | ​ 1 Minutes Dive

The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture at the Riverside Art Museum

Open since June 17, 2022, The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture—also known as “The Cheech”—resides in a renovated mid-century building that originally served as Riverside’s public library.

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​ 11 Miles | ​ 13 Minutes Dive

March Field Air Museum

Located on the edge of the active flight line at March Field Air Reserve Base, the March Field Air Museum offers an unparalleled look at more than 120 years of aviation history.

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​ 0.2 Miles | ​ 1 Minutes Dive

Fox Theatre

Built in 1929, the Riverside Fox Theater—now known as the Fox Performing Arts Center—is a Spanish Colonial Revival landmark in the heart of Riverside. After a major restoration, the theater reopened in 2010 as a regional venue for live music, comedy, plays, and cultural events.

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​ 2.1 Miles | ​ 5 Minutes Dive

Mount Rubidoux Park

Just minutes from The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, Mount Rubidoux Park offers scenic hiking trails, panoramic city views, and the iconic white summit cross, making it a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

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​ 1.7 Miles | ​ 5 Minutes Dive

Ryan Bonaminio Park

Near The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, Ryan Bonaminio Park features athletic fields, courts, a playground, picnic shelters, and dog-friendly outdoor space.

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​ 2 Miles | ​ 5 Minutes Dive

Peace Tower

Near The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, Peace Tower is a historic Riverside landmark offering scenic views and a memorable stop while exploring Mount Rubidoux.

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​ 1 Miles | ​ 3 Minutes Dive

Fairmount Park

Near The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, Fairmount Park offers scenic lakes, rose gardens, picnic areas, pedal boats, a golf course, and dog-friendly outdoor spaces.

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