Things to do in Riverside

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

S$159
per traveller
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Palm Springs Windmill Tours

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

S$76
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
1 Hour Fullbody Massage in Ontario California

1-Hour Full Body Massage near Los Angeles

S$253
per adult
1-Hour Full Body Massage near Los Angeles
3-Day Las Vegas & Grand Canyon West Rim Tour from Los Angeles

3-Day Las Vegas & Grand Canyon West Rim Tour from Los Angeles

S$727
per traveller
3-Day Las Vegas & Grand Canyon West Rim Tour from Los Angeles
Scavenger Hunt Experience in Fontana by Operation City Quest

Scavenger Hunt Experience in Fontana by Operation City Quest

S$13
per adult
Scavenger Hunt Experience in Fontana by Operation City Quest
Rancho Cucamonga: Escape Room Adventure Game

Rancho Cucamonga: Escape Room Adventure Game

S$55
per adult
Rancho Cucamonga: Escape Room Adventure Game
Private Temecula Wine Tour from Canyon Lake

Private Temecula Wine Tour from Canyon Lake

S$246
per adult
Private Temecula Wine Tour from Canyon Lake
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Riverside Convention Center

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This modern event hub in city centre Riverside offers flexible space for conventions and celebrations. Visitors appreciate the contemporary design with glass sculptures, ballrooms, and award-winning culinary services.
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Downtown Riverside

Downtown Riverside is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

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University

If you're spending some time in University, University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens and Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Arlington

Though Arlington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galleria at Tyler and Castle Park Amusement Park.

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Magnolia Center

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Magnolia Center and surrounding area, you can visit Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

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Canyon Crest

While Canyon Crest isn't home to many top sights, Riverside Metropolitan Museum and Fox Performing Arts Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

 

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Ontario

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Norco

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Moreno Valley

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Los Angeles

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Calimesa

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Chino Hills

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Jurupa Valley

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Mira Loma

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside worth visiting?
Riverside has a unique mix of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local culinary flavours, there's plenty you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Riverside?
Start your day with a visit to Castle Park Amusement Park and The Cove Waterpark. Then, tour different areas of Riverside for local dining and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Riverside?
Castle Park Amusement Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Riverside and deserves a spot on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Riverside?
Three days in Riverside is more than enough to enjoy the city's key attractions. Many guests stay for two days on average. The Cove Waterpark, Riverside Metropolitan Museum and Mount Rubidoux Park are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Ontario.
Is Riverside a walkable city?
With popular neighbourhoods and major attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Riverside is a good destination to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Riverside Metropolitan Museum and Mount Rubidoux Park. Then take a stroll around Downtown Riverside, located 0.64 kilometres from the centre, and Eastside, which is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Riverside with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Riverside with kids.

What to do in Riverside for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Riverside, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to CBU Events Centre or California Museum of Photography.
Are there free things to do in Riverside?
In Riverside, Mount Rubidoux Park is an unmissable spot for anyone wishing to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a top way to learn about the best free things to do in Riverside.