Location: Hawaiian Gardens
Top Things to do in Hawaiian Gardens
The 10 Best Things to Do in Hawaiian Gardens, United States
Hawaiian Gardens is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It is the smallest city in the county (approximately 1.0 mi²) and was incorporated on April 9, 1964. The population was 14,254 at the 2010 census, down from 14,779 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Hawaiian Gardens
1. El Dorado Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By 97gretchenm - Paramount
This is a nice area to visit with small children , short trails through various plants and trees, small ponds along the way. Opportunities to teach children about wild life and nature. There is a visitor station that explains about the different things at the center.
2. Mongol Global Tour
Overall Ratings
5 based on 76 reviews
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Reviewed By Larry K - naples, fl
We found this agency thru Zicasso and they did not disappoint. Easy to work with, very knowledgeable. They teamed us up with some great guides and wonderful hotels in both countries. Able to travel at our pace and within the budget we wanted....made for a very enjoyable vacation and able to see all the major sights. Would highly recommend!
3. Cerritos Library
Overall Ratings
5 based on 90 reviews
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. Seal Beach Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Yukonpuppy
Tucked in an industrial park, it's hard to miss this little gem. Thank goodness I was looking for it, and found it because they have some amazing wines.
The tasting room is small and cozy. The employees are friendly and knowledgeable and helped my 'sweet wine drinking niece' expand her palate and try drier whites and reds. She even fell for a pinot noir.
Bought a couple of bottles and considering joining the wine club.
5. Medieval Times Buena Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 925 reviews
Travel to the 11th Century at Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. In SoCal, home to so many theme park and family entertainment destinations, one stands alone for its unique and grand scale entertainment. Where else can you enter a European style castle and be immediately transported to the 11th century? Where else can you dine on a feast fit for a King while cheering your favorite knight to victory as he skillfully jousts and swordfights his mighty opponent while atop a magnificent Andalusian stallion. This extraordinary destination is Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament in Buena Park. It’s been entertaining guests since 1986. And if you haven’t yet experienced it, now is the time.
Reviewed By CaryKel - Camrose, Canada
Our group of 6 adults really enjoyed this show and dinner. The food was brought out hot and tasty which is amazing considering how many people they have to prepare for and doing it up to 3 shows per day. Serving staff was attentive, friendly and efficient. There are many ways to spend your money on the numerous souvenirs and drinks! Very pricey but it is your decision as to spend or not. The highlight was catching a flower for my wife! Never expected to do that. The horses are amazing and the show is pretty well done.
6. Seal Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 280 reviews
Reviewed By Jeff N - St Paul, United States
So we are probably the only people who didn’t know there are no seals in Seal Beach. Beautiful views from the long pier and I’m sure the wide beach is perfect in warmer weather. We had a great lunch at the Hangout bar/restaurant right across the street and then spent time in the many shops downtown. Lots of other restaurants to choose from.
7. Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By BobbyD42 - Cerritos, California
I wish theater had more plays and top performers. Otherwise this is great theater to see someone preform. Free parking is nice too.
8. Knott's Berry Farm
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3 reviews
Once a working berry farm, this popular theme park is now home to GhostRider, the world's best wooden roller coaster; Supreme Scream, a ride where participants are hoisted up 30-stories and dropped down in three seconds; the Xcelerator, rated the world's best launch coaster and Camp Snoopy, home to the beloved Peanuts gang.
Reviewed By lexijewellmom - Sherman Oaks, CA
Our family was here visiting from Indiana this past Friday. We arrived at Knott's around 9:30, time to park and get in there by the 10am opening time. We were in for a rude awakening. The lines were EXTRAORDINARILY long, perhaps because off their Boysenberry festival? Anyway, they make you go through these very small security modules (obviously, security is to be expected) but after you complete that, you are let out into a very disorganized open "area" with no signs, ropes or visible directions. You have to "stumble" into the right line to gain park access. Crazy disorganized. Knott's has also put up white vinyl fencing around this "area" so that you have to stay in that corral type section and you cannot physically push or move the fencing in any manner because they are ZIP TIED together. What? Fire hazard anyone? At first glance, the patrons were a bit rough around the edges for me. Everyone that cannot afford Disneyland clearly comes to Knott's. At least today they did. The thing that REALLY sealed the deal for me and my entire family was my encounter with a man outside the exit/information area named 'Robert'. I (and my two young boys) was trying to find my cousins (two adults and three small children) ASAP. She had texted me panicking after being told that paying an additional $75/PER PERSON for Fast Pass wrist bands was the only way to really access the rides at all. We decided by phone to meet right at the exit and find a manager to speak with. Robert was an angry little man that preceded to STOP me and tell me I couldn't converse with my cousin through the gated area and I would have to go all the way around and wait in line to get in "like everyone" else. I was not attempting to go into the park in any way. I was trying to talk to my cousin who was pushing through a sea of people and visibly crying at this point. I remained calm and asked him very nicely to please radio either security or a manger to help us. We just wanted our money back so we could leave. Robert wouldn't help us at all. In fact, he COMPLETELY IGNORED ME & MY REQUESTS. He physically turned his BACK to us and wouldn't even look at us. Mind you, this was without actually knowing what we needed. Can you IMAGINE if that had been a real emergency? I was so appalled, I stared yelling at the top of my lungs to anyone who could hear me to please GET SECURITY OR A MANAGER RIGHT AWAY. Yes, Robert was still not looking at us or acknowledging us in any manner. It was disgusting, unethical behavior. Finally, a nice manager (Andrew) came running over to us. He apologized immediately and asked how he could help. I think I was still in shock from Robert's behavior. My cousin explained to Andrew that they had been sent to SEVEN different lines and spent hundreds of dollars and that we all just wanted our money back; the park was clearly a hot, over crowded mess and it wasn't physically safe to stay there. He complied immediately and took my ticket print outs and my other cousin (husband) inside to information and refunded all of our money in a polite and expedient manner. As I was leaving, I took a few photos and sent them to the Buena Park fire department. Hopefully they will get the message with a large monetary fine. I've also written a long, stern letter to guest relations, which I'm sure will go unanswered (honestly).
PLEASE SAVE YOUR MONEY AND GO ANYWHERE BUT KNOTT'S. This used to be a wonderful, quaint, calm amusement park. It may still be possible to enjoy in the very off season like January (?) My inherent fear is that if the employees ignore the guests, what would they do in a REAL emergency? Are the being safe? Are the rides being maintained and safe?? Do they care at all about their patrons safety and well being or is it all about cramming people in the park like sardines for that cash money flow?
9. Naples Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 298 reviews
Reviewed By Fish-Fun-Seaker - Vancouver, Canada
This is a walking neighborhood of beautiful waterfront homes. Park your car near the business area and then walk for a couple of hours, taking pictures of the canals, boats, homes and gardens. Would be a wonderful area to paddle through on the water also. We met some of the local homeowners on out walk and they were all very friendly. We were there during Halloween season and there were many homes that were decorated. I am certain many homes will be decorated at Christmas, too. Lovely way to spend an afternoon outdoors.
10. Los Alamitos Race Course
Overall Ratings
4 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By RichardfromHB - Huntington Beach, CA
There's open space all around the track so there is lots of parking. A giant church and a Costco nearby which seemed more contemporary than the racetrack which seems so dated as an experience. I didn't win so it was less fun. several locals mentioned homeless crimes of opportunity in the area. But hey, at least it doesn't cost an arm and a leg like the Mouse.
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