Things to Do in Pasadena, Los Angeles Old Pasadena's brick blocks anchor the city's original commercial district. The Rose Bowl football game and Tournament of Roses Parade take over each New Year's Day, with the San Gabriel Valley behind.
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Kidspace Museum ★ 4.6 · 3.1k
This museum with an expansive outdoor play area features hands-on arts & science exhibits.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM
Alexandria II ★ 4.7 · 469
Cozy store offering New Age titles, crystals, tarot cards, psychic readings, incense, oils & more.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 8 PM
Sat 10 AM – 8 PM
Sun 10 AM – 7 PM
Bertrand's Old Town Music ★ 4.8 · 261
Quaint mainstay for classical & pop sheet music, plus woodwind, brass, band & string instruments.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 12 PM – 6:30 PM
Fri 12 PM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 3 PM
Sun Closed
South Pasadena Farmer's Market ★ 4.7 · 408
Year-round open-air market, open 4-8 PM Thursdays, featuring fruit, vegetables & local vendors.
Mon–Wed Closed
Thu 4 PM – 7 PM
Fri Closed
Sat Closed
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in Pasadena
Amara Cafe & Restaurant ★ 4.7 · 1.6k· $20–30
Cozy, warm spot for South American fare like arepas & churros plus sipping chocolate & coffee.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 7:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun 7:30 AM – 6 PM
Oh la la ★ 4.7 · 1.6k· $20–40
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8 AM – 5 PM
Sun 8 AM – 5 PM
The Reyn ★ 4.6 · 1.2k· $10–20 per person
This small, no-nonsense standby with counter seating dishes up homestyle breakfast plates.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 1:30 PM
Sat 7 AM – 2 PM
Sun 7 AM – 2 PM
Urth Caffe Pasadena ★ 4.4 · 5.1k· $20–30
Outpost of a bustling cafe chain serving farm-to-table American bites, organic coffee, and desserts.
Mon–Thu 7 AM – 10 PM
Fri 7 AM – 11 PM
Sat 7 AM – 11 PM
Sun 7 AM – 10 PM
Criterion coffee ★ 4.8 · 431· $1–10
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 6 PM
Sat 8 AM – 6 PM
Sun 8 AM – 6 PM
Artisanal Goods by CAR ★ 4.7 · 512· $10–20
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 8 AM – 4 PM
Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Sat 8 AM – 5 PM
Sun 8 AM – 5 PM
Old Towne Pub ★ 4.7 · 359· $10–20
Diverse live music performances & craft beers draw crowds to this tiny, brick-lined bar.
Mon 7 PM – 2 AM
Tue Closed
Wed–Fri 7 PM – 2 AM
Sat 7 PM – 2 AM
Sun 7 PM – 12 AM
The Blind Donkey ★ 4.5 · 858· $30–40
An extensive menu of eclectic whiskeys plus beer & American bar bites in rustic, exposed-brick digs.
Mon–Fri 5 PM – 1 AM
Sat 1 PM – 1 AM
Sun 1 PM – 1 AM
Copa Vida ★ 4.5 · 1.2k· $10–20
Spacious, modern locale for expertly brewed coffee & tea with a well-rounded cafe menu.
Every day 7:30 AM – 6 PM
Jones Coffee Roasters ★ 4.6 · 777· $10–20
Welcoming coffeehouse with global roasts owned by a family that has its own plantation in Guatemala.
Every day 7 AM – 5 PM
Nick's Pasadena ★ 4.7 · 1.6k· $30-80
Every day 11 AM – 10 PM
Houston's ★ 4.5 · 3.3k· $50–100 per person
Mon–Tue 11:30 AM – 9 PM
Wed–Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 9 PM Planning time in Pasadena?
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