Located approximately 60 miles east of Los Angeles, Riverside prides itself in being home to the first navel orange trees in California, as well as its critical role in the region’s citrus boom. The city is also host to the Mission Inn, generally considered to be the largest Mission Revival style building in the US. Strolling around this sun-drenched city, you’ll find yourself not only supplemented with a healthy dose of vitamin D & C, but also immersed in stories about California’s flavorful past.
Where to spend a perfect day –
Mission Inn
Book a docent-guided walking tour to learn about the art, architecture, and history of this beautiful landmark: https://missioninnmuseum.org/visit/take-tour/ (reservations required and availability varies; ~75 mins)
Citrus State Historic Park
Join a guided citrus grove tour to learn about California’s historic citrus industry and enjoy a variety of fresh fruit sampling: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=649 (park entrance fee applies but tours are free and offered on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:00am and 2:00pm; 1-2 hours)
