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3750 University Ave Suite #570, 92501
Discover Riverside, California
Riverside shines as a unique location with an ambiance all its own in Southern California. Just 16 miles from Ontario International Airport (ONT), Downtown Riverside is a walkable, welcoming destination that blends historic charm with modern amenities. Explore the diverse cultural landscape through acclaimed museums, delicious restaurants, lively entertainment, and vibrant nightlife. Do more than just visit—discover Riverside.
The Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau works tirelessly to ensure that meeting and convention guests feel right at home. We know that not every meeting planner is the same—which is why we customize our services to meet the unique needs of each and every one. Our signature concierge service is what sets us—and Riverside—apart from the competition. As a complimentary service for all clients, our boutique-style support ranges from coordinating contracts, site inspections, and pre-planning meetings to assisting with off-site events and activities. We hold ourselves to the highest standards—a sentiment reflected in our service and client relationships. Our distinctive Concierge Program is one of the reasons Riverside’s repeat business rate is among the highest in the industry.
Enjoy the walkable downtown Main Street, which features live entertainment, renowned restaurants, craft cocktail bars, specialty coffee and tea shops, and the Food Lab. The downtown area is also home to several museums, the iconic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, and the historic Fox Performing Arts Center, which hosts Broadway musicals, concerts, and nationally known performers—all just steps from the Convention Center.
Stay in the heart of Riverside! Downtown offers a range of hotel options—all located within a block of the Riverside Convention Center and Main Street pedestrian mall. Accommodations include:
• The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa – An iconic, world-renowned hotel known for its stunning architecture and luxurious amenities.
• Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center – Modern comfort with direct access to the Convention Center.
• Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown – Stylish and convenient, ideal for business or leisure.
• Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown – A newer addition offering contemporary comfort and easy access to all downtown attractions.
• Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside Downtown – Riverside’s newest hotel offering extended-stay amenities, spacious suites, and a modern, eco-friendly design.
Along the pedestrian mall stands our boutique Riverside Convention Center, which features an expansive private outdoor plaza and flexible indoor spaces. The Center offers 68,000 sq. ft. of flexible interior space including a carpeted exhibition hall, two ballrooms, 22 breakout rooms with high-speed internet or Wi-Fi, open networking concourses, and fresh, health-conscious on-site catering in partnership with Loma Linda University Health. Attendees can take full advantage of Southern California’s signature weather with 17,000 sq. ft. of beautiful green space, perfect for open-air receptions and events under the stars. The Convention Center is proud to be ranked among the Top 3 Best Convention Centers in California under 100K sq. ft.
The Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau is here to ensure you, and your guests have an exceptional experience from start to finish. We look forward to welcoming you to Riverside soon.
Venue Details
Hotels25
Convention center65,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms1,350
Guest rooms at 1 hotel-
Special event venues-
Average room rate$159.00
Occupancy rate-
Restaurants24
Daily food cost$71.00
Tax rate8.75%
Venue typeCVB
Discover RiversideGetting Here
From Los Angeles
60 East (Riverside) – Exit right on Main Street
Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street)
(OR)
10 East to 15 South (San Diego)
60 East (Riverside) – Exit right on Main Street
Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street)
From Ontario/Pasadena (or Los Angeles)
10 East (Riverside) to 15 South (San Diego)
60 East (Riverside) – Exit right on Main Street
Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street)
From Orange County/Beach Cities
91 East (Riverside) – Exit University Ave.
Go thru first signal (University Ave.) Turn left at second signal (Mission Inn Ave.) Turn right on Orange Street Turn left on 3rd Street Turn left on Main – Enter Convention Center Parking
From San Bernardino
215 to the 60 West (Riverside)
60 West (Riverside) – Exit left on Main Street Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street)
From San Diego/Temecula
15 North to 91 East (Riverside)
Exit University Ave/Downtown
Go thru first signal (University Ave.)
Turn left at second signal (Mission Inn Ave.) Turn right on Orange Street Turn left on 3rd Street Turn left on Main – Enter Convention Center Parking
From Palm Springs:
10 West to 60 West 60 West (Riverside) – Exit left on Main Street Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street)
Distance from airport
17 mi from Ontario International Airport
Distance from Ontario International Airport airport 17 mi
40 mi from John Wayne Airport
Distance from John Wayne Airport airport 40 mi
Location
Local Attractions
The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art and Culture
Museum
The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art, Culture & Industry is an art museum and academic center located in Riverside’s Historic Downtown. The center focuses on the presentation and study of Chicano art from across the United States. It is a collaborative effort between stand-up comedian, actor, and writer Cheech Marin, who donated his collection of more than 700 pieces of Chicano art, to the City of Riverside, which houses the collection, and the Riverside Art Museum, which manages the center. The collection is located in the old Riverside public library, and is a world-class institution to research and study "all things [related to] Chicano art”. It is the first North American facility dedicated to Mexican American art.
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Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Historical landmark
0 mins
Framed by its breathtaking Spanish Mission –style architecture, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa welcomes you to a destination where rich history and classic elegance exist in perfect balance with contemporary luxury and comfort.
This iconic AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel has remained faithful to the grand style and ambiance enjoyed by its first guests. Today’s Mission Inn continues the original splendor initiated by founder Frank Miller, thanks to the genuinely caring attention of Owner, Vice Chairman & COO Kelly Roberts and her husband, Owner Duane Roberts. Expanding from its humble 1876 origins to encapsulate an entire city block, the Mission Inn offers luxurious boutique accommodations and amenities, only a quick jaunt from Los Angeles and Orange County, among romantically enchanting, one-of-a-kind architecture including awe-inspiring archways and flying buttresses, secluded garden oases, and soaring domes and towers. With multiple upscale dining options, a modern fitness center, Tuscan-inspired, Conde Nast award-winning Kelly’s Spa, a lushly landscaped pool and Jacuzzi, historic museum, and opulent rooms that transport guests to California’s foregone eras, the AAA Four Diamond property provides a quintessentially Californian hospitality experience threaded with a rich history.
Whether you are seeking the perfect backdrop for a romantic getaway, and inspirational setting for your wedding or business event, or an unforgettable family vacation destination, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa invites you to become part of the legend today.
3649 Mission Inn Ave
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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Riverside Marriott
Recreation
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Discover home on the California trail at the full service Marriott Riverside hotel located in the heart of historic downtown Riverside nestled in the Inland Empire. The hotel is located adjacent to the newly renovated Riverside Convention Center, and 15 miles from Ontario International Airport. The hotel features 292 luxurious accommodations including 24 spacious suites ideal for the business and leisure travelers. The hotel is within walking distance to the Fox Performing Arts Center, the historic Mission Inn, the Riverside Pedestrian Main Street Mall, and 2 miles from the University of California Riverside.
3400 Market Street
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown
Recreation
0 mins
Comfortably refined, the modern, select service Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown offers 125 individually decorated rooms adorned with chic décor and innovative technology. Hyatt Place offers a convenient a.m. Kitchen Skillet™ that is complimentary with each overnight stay as well as a 24/7 Gallery Menu & Market and a Coffee to Cocktails Bar. Guests can enjoy a freshly made meal, an ice-cold beverage, a selection of specialty beverages made with Starbucks® espresso roast, or a delightful bite of dessert. The hotel has 1,800 square feet of flexible meeting space with reliable Wi-Fi and LCD screens. Hyatt Place is conveniently located next to the Riverside Convention Center.
3500 Market Street
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown
Recreation
0 mins
Welcome to Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown. Our brand new, 6-story hotel offers an ideal location in heart of the historic Downtown District, surrounded by the best amenities the Inland Southern California region has to offer. Enjoy proximity to the Riverside Convention Center, Fox Performing Arts Center, and the Riverside Pedestrian Main Street Mall. We’re also just two miles from the University of California Riverside and 15 miles from Ontario International Airport.
Make yourself at home in a modern guest room or suite. Each room features our clean and fresh Hampton bed®, an HDTV and free WiFi.
Wake up each morning to fresh waffles at Hampton’s free hot breakfast. If you’re in a hurry, grab a Hampton on the Run® Breakfast Bag, available Monday through Friday, as you head out the door. Keep up your fitness routine in our 24-hour fitness center or simply relax with a dip in the heated outdoor pool.
3505 Market Street
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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Ontario International Airport
Airport
17 mi
ONT is located in the Inland Empire, approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California. It is a medium-hub, full-service airport with commercial jet service to major U.S. cities and through service to many international destinations.
2222 International Way
Ontario, CA, US 91761
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Courtyard by Marriott Riverside/Downtown UCR Area
Recreation
5 mins
The Courtyard by Marriott’s upgraded rooms cater to all convention travelers’ needs. Discover the new state-of-the-art lobby, where convenience, technology, style, and service provide maximum flexibility and choices for guests. The new lobby features inviting, flexible space in which to work or relax, complimentary high-speed internet and business center, and easy access to the latest news, weather, local area attractions, and airport conditions via its state-of-the-art Go Board. The highlight of the new lobby is the Bistro where guests can eat, drink and connect.
1510 University Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92507
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Quality Inn Riverside
Recreation
5 mins
The Quality Inn® Riverside, located near both the University of California, Riverside and downtown Riverside, offers outstanding accommodations for convention travelers, recreational travel and those attending sports events in Riverside. The property offers 114 guest rooms, flexible meeting space, and two board rooms.
1590 University Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92507
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Hampton Inn & Suites Riverside
Recreation
20 mins
The Hampton Inn features a range of thoughtful amenities and 131 comfortable guest rooms. Stay connected with free high-speed internet access, or stretch out in your bed with a 32-inch LCD HDTV in close view. Enjoy Hampton’s complimentary hot breakfast, or grab a free Hampton On the Run® Breakfast Bag, available Monday through Friday. Whether in town for a convention, sports event or the Festival of Lights, take advantage of the Hampton Inn’s fitness center, business center and outdoor pool.
4250 Riverwalk Parkway
Riverside, CA, US 92506
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Fox Performing Arts Center
Theater
5 mins
The Riverside Fox Theater, also known as the Fox Performing Arts Center, was built in 1929, and is a Spanish Colonial Revival style building in the heart of downtown Riverside, California.
3801 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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Riverside Municipal Auditorium
Historical landmark
5 mins
Riverside Municipal Auditorium and Soldiers' Memorial Building, also known as the Riverside Auditorium and Events Center is an entertainment venue in Riverside
3485 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92501
Mount Rubidoux Park
Historical landmark
5 mins
Mount Rubidoux is a mountain just west of downtown in the city of Riverside, California, United States, that has been designated a city park and landmark. The mountain was once a popular Southern California tourist destination and is still the site of the oldest outdoor non-denominational Easter Sunrise service in the United States.
4706 Mt Rubidoux Dr
Riverside, CA, US 92501
California Citrus State Historic Park
Park
15 mins
This 300-acre park preserves some of the rapidly vanishing cultural landscape of the citrus industry and tells the story of this industry's role in the history and development of California. Fruit Tastings at the Visitor Center/Museum Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, please stop by our museum/visitor center. You can roam the museum, and we will have fresh fruit to taste on the back patio! Tastings are offered from 10 am to 3:30 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Entrance to the museum/visitor center is free, with paid $5 parking fee. Guided Tours Join us for a free guided grove tour where you can learn about California's historic citrus industry and experience the horticultural aspects of a working grove. Our tours are offered Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:00am and 2:00pm.
9400 Dufferin Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92504
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University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens
Park
15 mins
The University of California, Riverside, Botanic Gardens are 40 acres of botanical gardens containing more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. The Gardens are located in the eastern foothills of the Box Springs Mountain on the University of California, Riverside campus in Riverside, California.
1 Botanic Gardens Drive
Riverside, CA, US 92507
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Fairmount Park
Park
5 mins
Fairmount Park is a park in Riverside, California, designated by the Riverside Cultural Heritage Board as Landmark No.69. The park's band shell, designed in 1920 by Mission-style architect Arthur Burnett Benton, is separately designated as Landmark No.10
2601 Fairmount Blvd
Riverside, CA, US 92501
Riverside Art Museum
Museum
5 mins
This architecturally significant 1929 building is a former YWCA facility designed by Hearst Castle and AIA Gold Medal-winning architect Julia Morgan. The building's distinctive architecture as a work of art in its own right brought it to the attention of the Riverside Art Center in the 1960s. Purchased from the YWCA on July 5, 1967, Morgan's building became the proud home of the Riverside Art Museum. The building is now home to artists and art lovers as a place to quietly roam and experience the world of art.
3425 Mission Inn Ave
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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California Museum of Photography
Museum
5 mins
The California Museum of Photography at UCR ARTSblock is devoted to showing the work of contemporary artists who use photography, collaborating with UCR faculty and students to bring their varied expertise to the public in exhibitionary form, and to preserving and making accessible its vast holdings of photography and related apparatus.
3824 Main St
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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Riverside Metropolitan Museum
Museum
5 mins
The Riverside Metropolitan Museum, or RMM, is a history, anthropological, and natural science museum located in the historic Mission Inn District of Riverside
3580 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92501
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Mission Galleria
Shopping
5 mins
3700 Main St
Riverside, CA, US 92501
Riverside National Cemetery
Historical landmark
20 mins
Riverside National Cemetery is a cemetery located in Riverside, California, dedicated to the interment of United States military personnel. The cemetery covers 1,250 acres, making it the largest cemetery managed by the National Cemetery Administration.
22495 Van Buren Boulevard
Riverside, CA, US 92518
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March Field Air Museum
Museum
20 mins
EXPLORE humanity's reach for the skies, and the pivotal role of Riverside's historic March Field in the development of flight. SEE early aircraft including the 1903 pioneer which launched the era of powered flight, World War II bombing icons and Cold War fighters, an MQ-1 Predator. and more. FIND something for everyone in your family at the March Field Air Museum. Open Tuesday through Sunday year-round!
22550 Van Buren Blvd, March Air Reserve
Riverside, CA, US 92518
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World's Largest Paper Cup
Recreation
15 mins
Former Lily Cup (later Solo Cup) factory.
800 E Citrus St
Riverside, CA, US 92507
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Riverside Convention CenterThe Riverside Convention Center, opening in early 2014, offers over 70,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Directly adjacent to the Riverside Marriott, less than a block to the Hyatt Place and Mission Inn Hotel & Spa.
Exhibit Space27,680 sq. ft.
Total meeting space49,935 sq. ft.
Guest rooms 1 mi. from convention center530
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Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.
Health and Safety
Were practices at Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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