10 Things to Do in Compton That You Shouldn't Miss

February 21, 2018 Mikaela Didonna

Compton is a city in southern Los Angeles County, California, United States, situated south of downtown Los Angeles. Compton is one of the oldest cities in the county and on May 11, 1888, was the eighth city to incorporate. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city had a total population of 96,455. It is known as the "Hub City" due to its geographic centrality in Los Angeles County. Neighborhoods in Compton include Sunny Cove, Leland, Downtown Compton, and Richland Farms. The city is generally a working class city with some middle-class neighborhoods, and is home to a relatively young population, at an average 25 years of age, compared to the American median age of 35 (2010 data).
Restaurants in Compton

1. StubHub Center

18400 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA 90746-2172 +1 213-480-3232
Excellent
53%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 118 reviews

StubHub Center

Reviewed By twysted2015 - Kelowna, Canada

Stadium was clean, and sight lines were great due to the smaller venue. Didn't care for the ribbed bench seats that for some reason hit a nerve and make my legs go numb. Watched half the chargers/philly game from the stubhub backyard in the lounge chairs. Lots of venues for food and drink at a steep upcharge and all pretty mediocre from what I tried. Good time but it has room for improvement.

2. Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum

18127 S Alameda St, Compton, CA 90220-5708 +1 310-603-0088
Excellent
20%
Good
80%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 5 reviews

Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum

Reviewed By BobandJosie - Reading, United Kingdom

We visited the Adobe Museum when attending a re-enactment in the same grounds.
(The quaintly named Battle of the Old Woman's Gun).
Tranquil setting. You get a conducted tour of the D R Adobe Museum and from this we gained an excellent insight into the historical struggle for California.
Beautiful grounds and we especially liked the cactus garden.

3. Cerritos Library

18025 Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, CA 90703-8525 +1 562-916-1350
Excellent
87%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 90 reviews

Cerritos Library

Reviewed By Joe K - Los Angeles

Whenever Cerritos residents have guests the library is the Number Three tourist attraction after Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm. The award-winning Cerritos Library is owned and operated by the City.

The Children's room is outstanding having the giant aquarium as its front wall. They have their own dinosaur named 'Stan' and a group of computers to use. It's a great place for the kids.

next to the Front Desk is the media room, with a great selection of CDs and DVDs. There is an "Internet Station" where you can check your email, or do a brief search.

Upstairs by the stacks is a bank of computers to use for study for research -free.

They also have a group of 'Study Rooms' that can be reserved in advance. If you have a group study project you can use one of the rooms and not disturb the other patrons.

The library also houses a great art collection and a special event room on the top floor. The Skylight room also has a roof-top patio,

4. The Bicycle Hotel & Casino

888 Bicycle Casino Dr, Bell Gardens, CA 90201-7617 +1 562-806-4646
Excellent
57%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 107 reviews

The Bicycle Hotel & Casino

The Bicycle Hotel & Casino hosts one of country's largest poker rooms and is THE place to play in the Los Angeles area. We offer a large selection of poker games and Asian games, as well as a wide range of limits to suit everyone's needs. Our desire is to make every player, from the novice to the professional, feel like they have experienced the best in service and gaming action, every time they come to play.

Reviewed By mojganjoon1 - Houston, Texas

I was here for a poker tournament and it is nice not to have to deal with traffic and just go upstairs when you are done playing!

5. Gardena Bowling Center

15707 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA 90247-4328 +1 310-324-1244
Excellent
47%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

Gardena Bowling Center

Reviewed By bugnurse56 - Santa Paula, CA

Safety is so important to me when thinking about bowling solo-this place rocks it. On a part of Vermont that is hectic, the lot is spacious and well lit. People are everywhere so likelihood of any incident is minor to nil.Clubby atmosphere, everyone knows others. Now to the food- asian-type breakfasts in addition to diner fare. All so good. Large portions. I come back often.

6. Columbia Memorial Space Center

12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242-2790 +1 562-231-1200
Excellent
60%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 20 reviews

Columbia Memorial Space Center

Reviewed By PaulMD12 - Dublin, Ireland

The Memorial Space Center is a very interesting and poignant memorial. It is really well laid out and for kids of all ages (including adults) there are many activities to keep all entertained for a few hours. The staff are really polite and helpful

7. Paramount Drive-In Theatres

7770 Rosecrans Ave, Paramount, CA 90723-2510 +1 562-630-7469
Excellent
70%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

Paramount Drive-In Theatres

www.paramountdrivein.com

Reviewed By TiffMateas - Orange County, California

Well I had some free time after working all day on a literary project, so decided to catch a late show, but none of the local theatres' viewing times had anything I wanted to see. Enter The Paramount for a fun option. I arrived right before the 2nd show, so poked around the snack bar and video game selection. I was all at once awash in memories of fun childhood trips to both the arcade as well as my beloved fav the institute that is the iconic drive in theatre. What a lasting treasure I hope lasts for generations to come.

8. Del Amo Fashion Center

3525 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503-5738 +1 310-542-8525
Excellent
60%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 155 reviews

Del Amo Fashion Center

Reviewed By SLOnative - Pismo Beach, Calif.

Twice bought shirts at Nordstrom, but couldn’t find a jacket. My friend found bargains for a 10 month old granddaughter at Macy’s. Dined at night twice in Brio (I think) Italian restaurant and had lunch in Nordstrom’s 2nd level cafe with a heated patio. There is also a separate Barnes & Noble bookstore between the Street and parking lot that is open late.

9. Wilson Park

2400 Jefferson St, Torrance, CA 90501-3328
Excellent
54%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 176 reviews

Wilson Park

Reviewed By Kristin B - Springfield, Oregon

What a great part! There is so much to do here and even a farmers market next door. Went hair for a one year old's birthday party complete with a train ride! If I lived here I would be here all the time!

10. Celebrity Helicopters Day Tours

961 W Alondra Blvd, Compton, CA 90220-3528
Excellent
47%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
9%
Terrible
40%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 22 reviews

Celebrity Helicopters Day Tours

Reviewed By Jennifer G - Hamilton, Bermuda

We were excited about this tour but was left disappointed. Service was bad. Complimentary snack basket was poor and our driver was not sociable at all. We were all dressed to the nines and excited to act like celebrities for the night and we ended up feeling overdressed on a public transportation type ride. The helicopter ride itself was beautiful though so just choose another company. I don't recommend this company at all. Pick another.

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