Old Pasadena Travel Guide

Los Angeles

Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena

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

Old Pasadena is the first commercial centre of Pasadena. Dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants and shop for handmade jewellery, 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.

Organise 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 kilometres) from Los Angeles International Airport.

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


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Old Pasadena

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 ฿5,756 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿5,756
฿6,745 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pasadena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,246 reviews)
"The room we stayed in was a converted meeting room. Nightstands were not present, there was no decor in the room. First time I felt like it was a jail."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿8,098 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿8,098
฿10,563 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,288 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and new. We also felt safe during our stay. Accessible to our destination during our visit."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Sheraton Universal Hotel

Sheraton Universal Hotel

4 out of 5
333 Universal Hollywood Drive Universal City CA
The price is ฿7,549 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
฿7,549
฿8,772 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Universal City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,204 reviews)
"We had an amazing 3 night stay at the Sheraton. The staff and hotel were amazing. Close proximity to Universal Studios. You can walk there or take the shuttle which is very convenient. We highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Sheraton Universal Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,780 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿4,780
฿5,554 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,589 reviews)
"I didn’t like some of the front desk staff. The keys never work properly. Front desk unhelpful in solving that issue. Bad for cars dropping off people"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave Burbank CA
The price is ฿5,622 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿5,622
฿6,300 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Hotel Burbank
The Biltmore Los Angeles

The Biltmore Los Angeles

4 out of 5
506 S Grand Ave Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿4,978 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿4,978
฿7,261 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,419 reviews)
"Nice hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

The Biltmore Los Angeles
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Where to stay in Old Pasadena

Find the best Old Pasadena areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Hollywood

Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.

Downtown Los Angeles

Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

Westwood

Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Koreatown

Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.

Mid City

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.



Old Pasadena Travel Guide