Location: Chino Hills
Top Things to do in Chino Hills
- 1. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
- 2. Planes of Fame Air Museum
- 3. Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum
- 4. Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum
- 5. Graber Olive House
- 6. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
- 7. Mission Tiki Drive-in Theatre
- 8. Harkins Theatre
- 9. Carbon Canyon Park
- 10. Yanks Air Museum
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10 Things to Do in Chino Hills That You Shouldn't Miss
Chino Hills in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for Sacred & Religious Sites. Discover best things to do in Chino Hills with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Overall Ratings
5 based on 121 reviews
The Inspired by His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj, a handful of devotees began conducting weekly assemblies in the late 1970's and early 1980's. In 1984, His Holiness inaugurated the first BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Whittier, California, a small suburb just outside of Los Angeles. With the guidance and blessings of His Holiness, the congregation grew from just a handful of families to a strong group of dedicated devotees who yearned for spiritual growth. In 2000, His Holiness visited the current site of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Chino Hills and invigorated the congregation's desire to build a traditional Hindu Mandir. The congregation completed with Haveli building (more commonly known as the Visitors Center) in 2007. In 2012, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Chino Hills was dedicated and opened with great joy. This Mandir is the fifth traditional Hindu Mandir in North America.
Reviewed By Scott S - Los Angeles, California
This is a beautiful Hindu temple. Perhaps one of the most expansive religious, learning centers in the entire United States. The fact is, it is simply awesome.
I have been coming to this shrine since it opened. Throughout these years, it has constantly been under construction and reconstruction. At some point, perhaps it will finally be completed. Which I'm sure will just be beautiful. This fact is just something to let you know what is going on, as when you go here, it is not uncommon that you will see workmen working on the various amenities throughout these grounds.
The main focus of these grounds is obviously the temple itself. But, there is also other facilities throughout the grounds: a large banquet facility, a cafeteria, a food store, a youth learning center and gymnasium, and even a gift shop. So, all of your needs are taken care of.
One thing to note, and something to keep in mind when you come here, this is not a tourist destination as some people seem to think it is. It is a religious shrine. So, when you come here, even if you are not a practicing Hindu, please respect the sanctity of this location.
All this being said, this is a beautiful temple facility. Hindu or not, coming here, you will definitely feel the out reaching spirituality.
2. Planes of Fame Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
Reviewed By csarchibald - San Marcos, California
I was surprised to see this nice of a collection of planes at a small airport like Chino. They do monthly talks about different planes and the difference from this one and others is that they actually fly. This is also a great venue for special events. We rented the facility for a surprise 50th Birthday party for my son-in-law. The staff were friendly and helpful and the were happy to answer everyone's questions about the planes.
3. Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By ChuckBrooks - Alamogordo, New Mexico
This museum provides a great history of drag racing with cars from every era and most classes. This museum is right up there with the Daytona and Indy museums.
4. Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 725 reviews
Visitors can now enjoy the all-new Richard Nixon Library and Museum featuring nearly 70 new major exhibits, 30 unique multi-media experiences, 11 original films, 12 custom digital interactives, 10 curated archival film sequences, more than 600 photographs, 8,000 square feet of wall murals and more than 300 artifacts.
Reviewed By James H - Bettendorf, Iowa
The Nixon museum did not shy away from the Watergate scandal, they addressed it right up front in the introductory film strip and included a large display covering the details. Watergate was not what we walked away remembering, rather all of the accomplishments from the Nixon years in office. We were very impressed by the man and the manner in which his story was told within the museum.
5. Graber Olive House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
The central manufacturing plant of famous Graber olives.
Reviewed By SharonOregon - Oregon
We loved this gift shop!!! Beautiful displays!!! The olives we sampled were excellent and had the perfect amount of saltiness!!!
6. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Reviewed By zippytongflockings - Claremont California
I want to say that first of all I have been a supporting member of the garden since 2009. I walk the property at least 2 to 3 times a week. I love the garden. That being said, RSABG could use much work! Especially the back half of the property. The more visited front of the property receives most of attention and is pleasant to meander through. Often there fun interactive displays and coupled with the beautiful surroundings, invites one to linger. There are ample benches to be found - I have my favorites. Sometimes I bring a book and stay for a couple hours. The garden is most crowded on weekends so I try and come during the week. While the garden does have a cohesive layout, the stressed California Plant Communities area, along its crumbling asphalt access roads and spray painted signage make if feel more ad-hock than deliberate. It is this area needs the most work. In the meantime, I will continue to support the garden and hope that someday this property's full potential can be realized.
7. Mission Tiki Drive-in Theatre
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Lauriepaz - Chino Hills, California
I organized an evening at Tiki Drive-in for our "Summer Fun" group and we had a great time! Saw two movies for $9 and brought our own food and drinks, kids latex in back hatch of our navigator and adults sat in chairs outside and enjoyed our time together!
8. Harkins Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By nativecal - Sunny Southern California
Harkins is one of the best theater chain out there, with reasonable prices, great rewards, clean and comfortable seats and always the latest selection of movies. With easy parking, restaurants nearby and even a child care area for those that want to leave their children in monitored care (a paid activity), it's perfect for all.
9. Carbon Canyon Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By CarrieS3 - Saint Clair, Michigan
My favorite part of this hike was the hummingbird/butterfly garden. We spotted many birds drinking nectar from the flowers in bloom. We also enjoyed the Redwood Grove which smelled fantastic- but don’t expect giant trees. Tennis courts, dry beds, a pond, and cactus patches are also in this delightful park. Great place for a picnic.
10. Yanks Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Yanks Air Museum houses one of the largest and most historically significant collections of American aircraft including the World War II fighters, dive and torpedo bombers. The aircraft collection begins with the 1903 Wright Flyer (only replica in collections) and continues through the 1980s era represented by the F-15 Eagle, F-16 Fighting Falcon and Blue Angels F-18 Hornet. The collection now numbers more than 190 aircraft and continues to grow, many are the last surviving examples of their kind. Yanks restores all aircraft to airworthy condition, in the restoration of these rare aircraft, only original factory specifications & materials are used.
Reviewed By Stunts777 - Chino, California
There are two air museums at the Chino airport but this one is certainly by far the best!! They even have open cockpit days where you can climb inside and see for yourself what the pilots and crew see first hand. Put yourself in an F-15 strike eagle, or a B-25 bomber from WW 2. They have it all and best air museum I have ever been to.
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