Old Pasadena

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Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena showing interior views and fashion
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena

The historic center of Pasadena in Los Angeles County offers alfresco dining, farmers markets, shopping and arts and crafts events.

Old Pasadena is the first commercial center of Pasadena. Dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants and shop for handmade jewelry, vintage items and boutique clothing. Old Pasadena also has an energetic nightlife scene, with popular bars and music venues.

See many restored historic buildings in the Old Pasadena Historic District. Explore a Victorian-era castle, built over 100 years ago. Take a short walk to a large park, featuring activities for children and free summer concerts.

Organize a self-guided tour of the Castle Green, a nationally registered historic monument. This castle was built in the late 19th century and is regarded as the historic centerpiece of Old Pasadena. Join the December Holiday Tour to appreciate the fascinating architecture with sounds of carols and tastes of holiday treats.

Shop for high-quality fashionable clothing in Old Pasadena. This area is known for its vintage items, watches, antiques and furnishings. Have your hair done or get a manicure at one of the area’s beauty salons. Dress up for dinner and select from a range of excellent restaurants, serving local and international cuisine.

Book a walking architectural tour and see the old Santa Fe Station, the former Green Hotel and Central Park. Learn about many historic buildings, including St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church. The Old Town is now considered a National Register Historic District.

Explore Old Pasadena’s Central Park, a historic park and popular walking area. Visit nearby Memorial Park where, in the summer, you can listen to free weekly concerts for adults and children in the Levitt Pavilion for Performing Arts.

The Metro Gold Line light rail connects Old Pasadena with downtown Los Angeles. Alternatively, find Old Pasadena about 27 miles (43 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport.

Old Pasadena is an important historic center in the Californian city and highly regarded for its shopping, dining and visitor attractions.

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Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

4 out of 5
180 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA
The price is CA $210 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
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CA $247 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
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Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Pasadena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (712 reviews)
"Convenient and clean room. Staff is very friendly. We will come back."

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4 out of 5
361 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA
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4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
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1020 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA
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