Located in Riverside County, California, the city of Moreno Valley is not only young and busy, but also quite close to nature! In fact, one of the highlights of the city is the towering Box Springs Mountain, which can be seen from virtually anywhere within the city. There are plenty of things you can enjoy in Moreno Valley, especially if you love adventure, crave excitement, and revel in being in the great outdoors. Heading to Moreno Valley soon? Don’t forget to choose among the top Airbnb vacation rentals for your accommodation needs. We’ve also selected the best things to add to your itinerary that are sure to make your trip a fun and memorable one! Check out our picks for some of the best things to do in Moreno Valley, California.
1. Have a picnic at Westbluff Park
If you want to enjoy some family-friendly fun, you can’t go wrong by spending a day out at Westbluff Park! The park has plenty of tables for you to enjoy a pleasant picnic with your loved ones. You can even fire up the barbecue, with all the pits that you can find around the park. If you’re traveling with kids, they’re also sure to love the playgrounds. For the athletes in the family, there is also a baseball/softball field that you can play in at the park!
Westbluff Park
Address: 10750 Pigeon Pass Rd, Moreno Valley, CA 92557, USA
Opening hours: 8am - 8pm (daily)
2. Admire nature at Lake Perris
Lake Perris is a great place for those who love to be close to nature! Here, you can enjoy a good number of exciting outdoor activities. You can go hiking along the trails scattered around the area, or go fishing for bass, trout, and catfish by the lake. There is also a beach within the area so you can enjoy a refreshing dip!
Lake Perris
Address: Lake Perris State Recreation Area; Riverside County, California
Opening hours: 6am - 10pm (daily)
Price: 10 USD per vehicle with 9 persons or less
3. See a car race at Perris Auto Speedway
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Get your fix of adrenaline and lightning-speed cars at the Perris Auto Speedway! Also known as the PAS, this state-of-the-art speedway first opened in 1996 and has since hosted series such as the World of Outlaws and the Traxxas TORC Series. And if you’re eager to catch one of their exciting races, you can also stay at one of the numerous hotels nearby. Some may even offer a discount if you ask for their PAS Fan and Racer rates!
Perris Auto Speedway
Address: 8700 Lake Perris Dr, Perris, CA 92571, USA)
Website: Perris Auto Speedway
Opening hours: Front gates open at 5pm (daily)
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4. Salute the heroes at Moreno Valley Veterans Memorial
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The Moreno Valley Veterans Memorial is a beautiful monument to the servicemen of the community. Dedicated in 2007, the memorial’s most striking feature is a bronze sculpture found at the center of the park. Entitled “Fallen Soldier”, the sculpture in the image of combat boots, an M16, and a combat helmet is a perfect tribute to the memory of these fallen soldiers.
Moreno Valley Veterans Memorial
Address: John F Kennedy Veterans Memorial Park, Moreno Valley, CA 92551, USA
5. Enjoy bowling at Brunswick Bowl
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Enjoy some family fun at the Brunswick Bowl at Moreno Valley! The Brunswick Bowl features 40 bowling lanes, as well as an arcade and some billiards tables. You can also order some delicious snacks to munch on while enjoying a game. Depending on the day of the week, you can also enjoy some discounts on your bowling games, arcade games, or your food and drink!
Brunswick Bowl Moreno Valley
Address: 24666 Sunnymead Boulevard, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, USA
Website: Brunswick Bowl Moreno Valley
Opening hours: Sun - Tue: 12pm - 11pm; Wed: 4pm - 11pm; Thu: 9am - 11pm; Fri: 4pm - 1am; Sat: 12pm - 1am
6. Learn about Native American tribes at Ya’i Heki’ Regional Indian Museum Lake Perris
If you love learning more about culture and history, the Ya’i Heki’ Regional Indian Museum is something you definitely shouldn’t miss on your next trip to Lake Perris! Here, you can learn much about the heritage of the native Americans from compelling exhibits, talks, and demonstrations. What sets this museum apart is that guests are very much welcome to touch and feel the artifacts for themselves, giving them a totally hands-on experience!
Ya’i Heki’ Regional Indian Museum Lake Perris
Address: 17801 Lake Perris Drm Perris, CA 92571
Opening hours: Fri: 10am - 2pm; Sat - Sun: 10am - 4pm (closed on Mon - Thu)
7. Enjoy skydiving at Skydive Perris
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to fly? At Skydive Perris, you can come really close! Although Skydive Perris is known to be one of the best drop zones among skydiving professionals and enthusiasts, first-timers are very much welcome. To really help you feel at ease, you can also enjoy some good eats from the famed Bomb Shelter Restaraunt & Sports Bar, or even take a refreshing dip in the pool while waiting for your turn!
Skydive Perris
Address: 2091 Goetz Road, Perris, CA 92570-9315
Website: Skydive Perris
Price: Starts at 25 USD
8. Play football at Lasselle Sports Park
Spanning 13 acres (5.3 hectares) of wide, open space, the Lasselle Sports Park offers plenty of opportunities to have fun! Kids and kids-at-heart are sure to have a blast here, as the park features three football fields, several playgrounds, picnic areas, and plenty of other outdoor amenities! There is also a 2,000-square foot (186-square meter) building that features two restrooms, a storage area and an area for concession stands. All these, of course, are surrounded by beautiful foliage, including palm, magnolia and honey locust trees.
Lasselle Sports Park
Address: 17155 Lasselle St., Moreno Valley, California 92551
Opening hours: 6am - 10pm (daily)
9. Check out aircrafts at March Field Air Museum
At the March Field Air Museum, you can find over 80 different aircraft from various points over the last century! The museum houses everything from the bi-planes of the First World War, helicopters from the Vietnam War, all the way to today’s spy planes and unmanned aircraft. There is also an interactive play area for kids, so your little ones are sure to have a wonderful time!
March Field Air Museum
Address: 22550 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92518, USA
Website: March Field Air Museum
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 9am - 5pm (closed on Mon)
Price: 10 USD for adults, 5 USD for children 5 - 11 years old
10. Cool off with creamy mangonadas at La Michoacana Ice Cream
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Cool down and indulge your sweet tooth at the famed La Michoacana Ice Cream Store! While their creamy mangonadas are a definite must-try, La Michoacana Ice Cream actually offers up to 50 different flavors of authentic Mexican ice cream - made with the freshest fruit, of course - so you can choose to your heart’s content!
La Michoacana Ice Cream
Address: 24430 Alessandro Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Website: La Michoacana Ice Cream
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 10am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 9:30pm
11. Eat at dining spots in Moreno Valley Mall
Hungry for more? You can satisfy your cravings with all the good eats you can find at the Moreno Valley Mall! The mall features plenty of your favorite quick serve restaurants, like Cinnabon or Sbarro, as well as a good number of sit-down dining options. Of course, you can also enjoy some window shopping or even catch a movie, while you’re here!
Moreno Valley Mall
Address: 22500 Town Cir, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, USA
Website: Moreno Valley Mall
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm; Sun: 11am - 7pm
12. See the fossils at Western Science Center
If you’re looking for good, clean fun, get your hands dirty and dig up some fossils at the Western Science Center! This interactive museum would be a great place to enjoy some time with the family, especially if you’ve got little ones around two to six years old. The museum features highly interactive exhibits on ancient flora and fauna, as well as a theater, where you might catch a short movie and learn more about dinosaurs!
Western Science Center
Address: 2345 Searl Pkwy, Hemet, CA 92543, USA
Website: Western Science Center
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 10am - 5pm (closed on Mon)
Price: 8 USD for visitors 13 years and older
13. Check out the locomotives collection at the Southern California Railway Museum
Formerly known as the Orange Empire Railway Museum, the Southern California Railway Museum is an excellent place to learn more about the history of Southern California’s railroads. The museum features an extensive collection of locomotives, as well as carefully curated exhibits. If you’re lucky, you may even be able to hop on the museum’s heritage railroad, which features vintage cars from the Los Angeles Railway and the Pacific Electric Railway!
Southern California Railway Museum
Address: 2201 S A St, Perris, CA 92570, USA
Website: Southern California Railway Museum
Opening hours: 9am - 10pm (daily)
Price: 20 USD per adult
14. Get enthralled by the hills around Diamond Valley Lake
Let the beauty of nature take your breath away at Diamond Valley Lake! Here, you can enjoy a lovely hike along its wildflower trail, which spans about 1.8 mi (2.8 km), or have a quiet picnic with your loved ones. If you come at the right time during the year, Diamond Valley Lake is also an excellent place to see the California wildflowers in full bloom! Do note that access to the lake opens at sunrise and closes an hour before sunset, from Wednesdays to Sundays.
Diamond Valley Lake
Address: Riverside County, California, United States
Website: Diamond Valley Lake
Opening hours: Wed - Sun: 5:45am - 6:30pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
Price: 10 USD per vehicle
15. Explore the scenic Box Springs Mountain
If you want to see the gorgeous California Poppy without the hassle of traffic and overcrowding, you should definitely head to Box Springs Mountain. Along its trails, which span over 15 mi (24.14 km), you can see tons of breathtaking wildflowers and maybe even some wild donkeys! Despite the blazing temperatures, especially in the summertime, the amazing views from the top make it worth the hike!
Box Springs Mountain
Address: 9699 Box Springs Mountain Rd, Moreno Valley, CA 92557, USA
Opening hours: 7am - 6pm (daily)
16. Watch a game over a drink at Papa Joe's Sports Bar
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Catch you favorite game and at the Papa Joe’s Sports Bar! You can enjoy delicious eats like wings, burgers, pizzas, and desserts, while catching an exciting game, live on one of their flat-screen TVs. Of course, you can wash it down with some drinks. You should also try and catch some of their special promos, like Taco Tuesdays - where you can enjoy their signature Beef Tacos at just 1 USD apiece, Margaritas and Palomas at 5 USD, and 50% off of their Micheladas!
Papa Joe's Sports Bar
Address: 12220 Pigeon Pass Blvd Unit V, X, Y, Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Website: Papa Joe’s Sports Bar
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 1pm - 2am; Sun: 1pm - 12am
17. Enjoy karaoke at Round 1 Entertainment
At Round 1 Entertainment, you can sing along to your favorite songs and dance like no one’s watching! In addition to karaoke, you can also hit the bowling lanes, play some pool, or let the kid in your have some fun with the arcade games. Round 1 Entertainment would be an excellent place to enjoy with friends and family!
Round 1 Entertainment
Address: 22500 Town Circle, Suite 2030 Moreno Valley, CA
Website: Round 1 Entertainment
Opening hours: 10am - 10am (daily)
Price: Starts at 9 USD for 1-3 guests
18. Have family fun at Bethune Park
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Start the morning right with some family fun at Bethune Park! The Mary Bethune Park is a beautiful urban park with excellent recreational facilities. Your little ones are sure to love the playgrounds, while your teenagers will enjoy the skate park! On hotter days, the park even opens its water features, to help you keep cool!
Bethune Park
Address: 25510 Lurin Ave, Moreno Valley, CA 92551, USA
Website: Bethune Park
Opening hours: 6am - 10am (daily)
19. Walk your dogs at Hound Town Dog Park
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Your furry friends are sure to have a blast at the Hound Town Dog Park! The park has areas for larger and smaller dogs, with a chain-link fence allowing for safe interaction. The park is also quite breezy and has plenty of water fountains - both for people and dogs - to help you and your beloved pet keep cool while having fun!
Hound Town Dog Park
Address: 11150 Redlands Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92555, USA
Opening hours: 7am - dusk (daily)
20. Taste the tacos at Tijuana's Tacos
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Delicious and flavorful eats await at Tijuana Tacos! You should definitely try their mouthwatering best-sellers, including the al pastor, carne asada, and their burrito Indio. This taco spot is also known to be keto-friendly so there should be no reason to hold back, even if you’re on a diet!
Tijuana's Tacos
Address: 24578 Sunnymead Blvd., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Website: Tijuana Tacos
Opening hours: Mon - Thur: 9am - 11pm; Fri - Sat: 9am - 3pm; Sun: 9am - 12am
21. Listen to a live band at Towngate Memorial Park
The Towngate Memorial Park is a clean and lovely urban space frequented by families and fitness buffs alike. The park itself is quite spacious and features plenty of amenities, like a field where lots of kids play soccer in the evenings, picnic tables, and even workout bars for those who like to jog around the area! In addition, you might even be able to catch some live music at the park, which sometimes hosts events like “MoVal Rocks!”, a series of concerts held on Friday evenings.
Towngate Memorial Park
Address: 13051 Elsworth St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, USA
Opening hours: 6am - 10pm (daily)
22. Play golf at Moreno Valley Ranch
If you are a golf enthusiast visiting Moreno Valley, you definitely shouldn’t miss the Moreno Valley Ranch! It features three nines: Mountain, Valley, and Lake–all of which are carefully manicured. Although the pace of play may get a bit busy on weekends, it is usually good - at about 4 hours or less for 18 holes. The ranch is also noted for their friendly and accommodating staff, as well as their delicious, yet decently priced meals. In particular, you might like their breakfast sandwich, burgers, and fries.
Moreno Valley Ranch Golf Club
Address: 28095 John F Kennedy Dr, Moreno Valley, CA 92555 United States
Website: Moreno Valley Ranch
Opening hours: 6am - 6pm (daily)
23. Have a blast at El Centenario Night Club
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Looking to dance the night away? Come to the El Centenario Night Club along Alessandro Blvd.! This charming Latin-style nightclub features live music, dancing, and great drinks. They are also often host to up-and-coming DJs. You’re sure to love the great vibes here!
El Centenario Night Club
Address: 24805 Alessandro Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, USA
Website: El Centenario Night Club
Opening hours: Wed, Fri - Sat: 9pm - 2am (closed from Sun - Tue & Thu)
24. Enjoy the art scene at Artober Fest
Moreno Valley also boasts a blossoming arts scene, with numerous galleries and events held around the city! One of its most anticipated yearly art events is the Artober Fest. Held every October since 2008, the Artober Fest in Moreno Valley draws in thousands of art enthusiasts and features works by some of the city’s most talented artists!
Artober Fest
Website: Artober Fest
25. Spend your time leisurely at Shadow Mountain Park
Enjoy a fun and leisurely day out with loved ones at the Shadow Mountain Park! You can go on a leisurely walk with your dog, or have some fun with your little ones at the park’s play area. There are also a good number of picnic tables around the park so you and your loved ones can have some snacks and enjoy each other’s company.
Shadow Mountain Park
Address: 23680 Presidio Hills Dr, Moreno Valley, CA 92557, USA
Opening hours: 8am - 10pm (daily)
26. Have water fun at Celebration Park
Make a splash and enjoy some water fun with your loved ones at Celebration Park! The wide, open park features splash pads, as well as a play area for your little ones. There are also plenty of cozy picnic tables where you can enjoy a lovely meal together, or have some snacks while watching the kids from a safe distance.
Celebration Park
Address: Moreno Valley, CA 92555, USA
Opening hours: 10am - 8:30pm (daily)
27. Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage at Massage Envy
Relax and unwind, with the help of the good folks at Massage Envy! Here, you can avail excellent services which include full body massages, facials, and chemical peels. You can trust that you will be in good hands at Massage Envy!
Massage Envy Moreno Valley
Address: 27120 Eucalyptus Ave Suite A Moreno Valley, CA 92555
Website: Massage Envy
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 9pm; Sat: 8am - 6pm; Sun: 10am - 6pm
Price: Starts at 60 USD
28. Dine healthy burgers at Burger Boss
Hankering for a big, juicy burger? Indulge your cravings without having to worry about your health by treating yourself to one of Burger Boss’ delicious sandwiches! Each of their burgers are made with grass-fed beef patties, and topped with dressings made from the freshest ingredients! You’re sure to fall in love with their healthy burgers, with every bite.
Burger Boss
Address: 2585 Canyon Springs Pkwy, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
Website: Burger Boss
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 10:30am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 10:30am - 10pm
29. Satisfy your sweet tooth at See's Candies
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
You definitely wouldn’t want to miss out on an indulgent box of See’s Candies, on your next trip to Moreno Valley! This beloved, old-school candy chain has been serving boxes and boxes of their sweet treats since 1921. Each box comes with a dozen or so of those classic chocolates that you can’t just have one bite of! Go ahead and treat yourself!
See's Candies
Address: 27120 Eucalyptus Ave, Moreno Valley, CA 92555, USA
Website: See’s Candies
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 6pm (closed on Sun)
30. Catch a movie in the open air at Moreno Valley Conference & Recreation Center
Grab some popcorn and bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Every summer, you can catch your favorite movies, shown open-air at the Moreno Valley Conference & Recreation Center. You can also munch on a variety of food from local vendors, who will also be there to provide some excellent eats!
Moreno Valley Conference & Recreation Center
Address: 14075 Frederick St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, USA
Fun for everyone at Moreno Valley
Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with your little ones, there is something for everyone to enjoy at Moreno Valley! With all these activities, every member of the family is sure to have an excellent time and a memorable visit to this beautiful, bustling city!
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