The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Pasadena, California (CA)

March 22, 2022 Venice Greaves

Most famous for hosting the annual New Year's Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl, Pasadena is more than just a football town. Its extravagant City Hall boasts a beautiful Baroque dome, a courtyard garden and relaxing fountain. On South Orange Boulevard, known as Millionaires' Row, there are landmarked mansions to rival the most opulent homes of Beverly Hills. That chattering in the air is probably the local population of naturalized Red-crowned Amazon parrots.
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1. St. Andrew Church

311 N Raymond Ave Old Pasadena, Pasadena, CA 91103-3896 +1 626-792-4183 http://www.saintandrewpasadena.org
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

St. Andrew Church

Reviewed By Wettdogz - Carmel, United States

It is well worth visiting if you are in the area. Father’s sermon was excellent, spot on, really highlighted real life as it relates to the gospel.

2. First Congregational Church of Pasadena

464 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91101-1632 +1 626-795-0696
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

First Congregational Church of Pasadena

3. All Saints Episcopal Church

132 N Euclid Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101-1722 +1 626-796-1172 http://allsaints-pas.org
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

All Saints Episcopal Church

Reviewed By permia

From small beginnings in 1882 the church has grown and this place of worship is now one of the largest Episcopal churches in the US with a positive reputation. It looked particularly lovely in the evening light and the building has been honoured as a Contributing Structure to Pasadena. Inside is gorgeous. We were fortunate to visit during a well-attended concert, with performances by a talented young woman. With a vista along the nave that is most impressive, bounded on the sides by columns and arches, and culminating in the grand altar area, it is well worth visiting. Fine stained glass windows and a fine ceiling of wood are additional highlights.

4. Pasadena Central Library

285 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91101-1556 +1 626-744-7076 http://www.cityofpasadena.net
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Pasadena Central Library

5. Neighbourhood Unitarian Universalist Church

301 N Orange Grove Blvd Ca 91103, Pasadena, CA 91103-3540 +1 626-449-3470 http://neighborhooduu.org/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Neighbourhood Unitarian Universalist Church

6. Colorado Boulevard

Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105 +1 626-795-9311 http://www.playhousedistrict.org
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4.5 based on 251 reviews

Colorado Boulevard

The site of the Rose Parade in Pasadena.

Reviewed By terrihK9755MZ - Phoenix, United States

We walked up and down Colorado Ave shopping and exploring. It was a beautiful day. The streets are clean, great stores and restaurants too. We had a lovely day taking in Pasadena.

7. Millard House

645 Prospect Cres, Pasadena, CA 91103-3245
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Millard House

8. Eaton Canyon Natural Area

1750 N Altadena Dr, Pasadena, CA 91107-1046 +1 626-398-5420 http://www.ecnca.org/
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4.5 based on 82 reviews

Eaton Canyon Natural Area

Reviewed By GaBee3 - Los Angeles, United States

Eaton Canyon Falls is about a 25min drive from the Downtown, LA hustle and bustle. The trail is well marked and easy to follow. Along with a powerful waterfall, spring brings a bountiful bloom to the park, but winter doesn't stay behind. The cool weather shining sun, and the pleasant smell of wet earth, makes this a marvelous hiking experience! What to bring with you: water, snacks, hiking boots or any shoes will do BUT bring extra socks. It is very easy to accidentally dip a foot or two in water ????

9. Old Pasadena

1 W Colorado Blvd Bounded by Pasadena, Arroyo Pkwy., Del Mar, and Walnut, Pasadena, CA 91105-1922 http://oldpasadena.org/
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4.5 based on 681 reviews

Old Pasadena

Old Pasadena is the downtown historic business district of Pasadena, a lively and diverse city located just ten miles from downtown Los Angeles. This eclectic old town area features entertainment and activities for kids and adults alike: museums, galleries, and music events, as well as movies, shopping, restaurants, and outdoor cafes. Families often stop by after sports events at the Rose Bowl; this clean and safe district is pedestrian friendly and provides convenient parking and easy access to public transportation, served by major bus lines and two Metro Gold Line stops.

Reviewed By Voyage558877 - Pasadena, United States

Often compared with the Westwood area of Los Angeles, I find the variety of the offerings and the patronage much more to my liking. Parking can be a challenge.

10. California Institute of Technology

1200 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91125-0001 +1 626-395-6811 http://www.caltech.edu/
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4.5 based on 157 reviews

California Institute of Technology

Reviewed By permia

We chose a Sunday afternoon to stroll around this esteemed campus. It was remarkably tranquil without the normal bustle of student life. It’s a wonderful and extensive space, no doubt inspiring the research and study undertaken here. Lovely architecture is to be seen, combined with copious greenery and flora. The Kerckhoff Biological Sciences Laboratories building is gorgeous with much decorative features. As the highest edifice the Millikan Library is impressive with a fine water feature fronting. The chemist and inventor Arnold Beckman had a major influence on the Institute. While a Professor here he founded Beckman Instruments, whose instruments featured and continue to feature in laboratories worldwide. An eponymous Auditorium is another landmark building, an architectural gem.

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