Location: Rosemead
Top Things to do in Rosemead
- 1. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens
- 2. Mission San Gabriel Archangel
- 3. Norton Simon Museum
- 4. Santa Anita Race Park
- 5. Shops at Montebello
- 6. Exit Game - Los Angeles
- 7. Rosemead Park
- 8. Legg Lake Park, Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
- 9. The Huntington Desert Garden
- 10. Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
What to do and see in Rosemead, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Rosemead is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 53,764. Rosemead is part of a cluster of cities, along with Arcadia, Temple City, Monterey Park, San Marino, and San Gabriel, in the west San Gabriel Valley with a growing Asian population.
Restaurants in Rosemead
1. The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
A popular tourist stop, this 207 acre complex houses a library, art collection and stunning gardens. The library and art gallery contain rare books and one of the most complete collections of 18th century art outside of London.
Reviewed By Arneby - Nacka, Sweden
So yeah, a garden founded by a railway billionaire some 150 years ago. Turned out that the Huntington Gardens were nothing short of fabulous. Almost Singapore Zoo class in parts. And there were colibris in the wild! And a Japanese garden. And a nice food court too.
2. Mission San Gabriel Archangel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Mission founded in 1771 by Father Junipero Serra, originally from Cordova, Spain, who wanted to share his religious faith with the inhabitants of the New World.
Reviewed By Marianne M - West Covina, California, USA
You must come and tour this Mission! One of several California Missions, this is a must see! Beautiful Spanish architecture! Native American influences can be seen on the grounds on your tour. From cooking to building! You will learn the rich history of the Church/mission development.
3. Norton Simon Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
The Norton Simon Museum is known around the world as one of the most remarkable private art collections ever assembled. Over a 30-year period, industrialist Norton Simon (1907–1993) amassed an astonishing collection of European art from the Renaissance to the 20th century and a stellar collection of South and Southeast Asian art spanning 2,000 years. Modern and Contemporary Art from Europe and the United States, acquired by the former Pasadena Art Museum, also occupies an important place in the Museum’s collections.
Reviewed By Rolf A - Chicago, Illinois
Not a large collection, but what gems! In two hours you can easily see the best of French 18th and 19th-century painting, some Italian and Dutch and Netherlandish paintings not see in the U.S otherwise. The Hans Memling Christ Giving His Blessing from 1478 is worth the trip from anywhere and then there are two Rembrandts, a superb Diego Rivera, a wonderful Vigee Le Brun portrait of Theresa, not to mention many Degas sculptures and probably the finest collection of Cambodian Angkor Period sculpture in the U.S.
4. Santa Anita Race Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 366 reviews
Reviewed By James M - Las Vegas, New Mexico
Hard to say anything that hasn’t already been said. Not that my horse track experience is extensive, but of all the parks I’ve visited Santa Anita is the best!
So beautiful and so well maintained. It’s like stepping back in time.
Can’t wait to go back!
5. Shops at Montebello
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
A nice decent Mall. Lots of stores. Unlike some other malls that are starting to close down many stores. The place is clean it's well-kept. Plenty of parking. And restaurants too
6. Exit Game - Los Angeles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Exit Game is THE premiere escape room experience in Southern California. It's a group activity, an amusement park, a themed experience. Your group has 1 hour to escape a series of rooms by decoding hints and solving puzzles. Teamwork is a must!
Reviewed By Sonnet M
I've only been to one other slightly obscure escape room game in Singapore so I don't have much to compare it to but from what I can tell this place is fantastic. We were very impressed by the technology and how we interacted with it to solve puzzles (we tried the AI room). We also liked the backstory and how the AI computer 'Ada' talks to you during the puzzle. We do highly recommend going in a group larger than two...me and my hubby went and didn't have quite enough time (understandable considering the rooms are designed for groups of 6-8). Anyway long story short it was very enjoyable and we plan to come again!
7. Rosemead Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, California
We have enjoyed going to Rosemead Park numerous times.
The park is Rosemead's largest park and is well maintained.
We like it as it has a swimming pool, par course, sports fields, playground areas and lots of place.
Its a good place to go for a picnic.
8. Legg Lake Park, Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, California
We have visited Legg Lake Park and the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area numerous times. This time we visited on a Friday and there were lots of people there. The weekends are even more popular.
There are peddle boat rentals on Legg Lake. There is also fishing.
There is places to walk and jog. There is also place to ride bikes.
There are numerous large parking lots. By each of the parking lots is nice picnic areas.
There is also a very fun sculpture by the lake they are restoring; it looked like it was in the final touches. So cute to see.
Its also a good area for bird and geese watching.
The park is accessible by car, bike, or bus.
9. The Huntington Desert Garden
Overall Ratings
5 based on 124 reviews
Conveniently located, the Huntington includes the largest collection of mature cacti and succulents in North America.
Reviewed By johnnnita - Napa, California, United States
This is a large area as part of the Huntington Gardens. At first, I was going to bypass it to view other gardens there. However, I've now grown to appreciate more the succulents that grow in such environments. They really are beautiful!
10. Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 375 reviews
Reviewed By rduinc - Saint Louis, Missouri
Really enjoyed this nicely laid out garden, broken into segments by plants from the different continents. There is a very wide, asphalt path you follow as you go from one area to the next, making it very easy for families with strollers or anyone who needs assistance moving around.
TIP- if you have a garden membership in your hometown, check to see if they have a reciprocal agreement with this garden. If they do, you get in here for free.
TIP- From downtown LA you can take a metro train to Arcadia, then ride the free Arcadia bus that takes you to the garden, race track, mall, and a few other places. Takes about 90 minutes all told, but the train is only $1.75 so this is very cheap, and at 90 minutes could still be quicker than driving a car.
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