Begin your morning exploring the gorgeous Azusa Canyon with a drive along San Gabriel Canyon Road. Admire the stunning view and make some stops along the way, including Fish Canyon Falls, a scenic hiking trail.
For some adventure, head over to Angeles Shooting Range, a shooting range offering a unique experience and stunning mountain views.
End your day with a visit to the Gladstone Park, a family-friendly park with picnic tables and sports facilities.
Day 2: Culture and History
Begin your morning at the Azusa Pacific University, a private Christian university offering guided walking tours around its stunning campus architecture.
For a deeper dive into Azusa's history, head over to the Dalton and Lisa Museum and Art Gallery, where you'll experience the rich history of this city.
End your day with some community experience, engage with locals while shopping at Farmers Market for some locally grown fresh produce and specialty foods.
Day 3: Entertainment and Food
Begin your day with a visit to the exceptional Recreation and Family Services that offers group yoga, live music, and many other entertaining activities.
Head over to the Bunchies for a famous burger or the Azusa Fish Market for delicious seafood.
End your day with some live concert or theater experiences at Covina Center for the Performing Arts.
Day 4: Relaxation and Shopping
Begin your day with some relaxation at the Salon Rameau Spa for a full-body massage and relaxation.
Head over to The Promenade at Eastland for some high-end shopping and dining experiences.
End your day at Azusa Greens Country Club to play some golf, relax, and enjoy the greenery.
Time and Costs Estimates
Azusa Canyon and Fish Canyon Falls (2-3 hours, free)
Angeles Shooting Range (1-2 hours, $30-40 per person)
Gladstone Park (1-2 hours, free)
Azusa Pacific University (2-3 hours, free)
Dalton and Lisa Museum and Art Gallery (1-2 hours, free)
Farmers Market (1-2 hours, cost varies)
Recreation and Family Services (2-3 hours, cost varies)
Bunchies or Azusa Fish Market ($10-20 per person)
Covina Center for the Performing Arts (2-3 hours, cost varies)
Salon Rameau Spa ($50-$200 per treatment)
The Promenade at Eastland ($$-$$$ per person)
Azusa Greens Country Club (2-4 hours, $50-100 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: $150-$400 per person
Transportation
As an Azusa visitor, depending on how you choose to navigate this small city, transportation could range from walking, biking, taking the city's public transportation – Foothill Transit, driving yourself or using rideshare services like Lyft or Uber. Bicycling is great for nature lovers, and renting a car or calling a rideshare service could be perfect for travelers who need to get around often. Costs vary based on mode of transport, but public transportation starts at $1.50, bike rentals at $15, car rentals at $50, and rideshare services at $20.
Useful Tips
For visitors with more than 4 days to spend in Azusa, consider taking a day trip to nearby Los Angeles, visiting the Griffin Observatory or walking around the historical Olvera Street. Visitors with less than 4 days to explore can reduce the itinerary to fit their schedule or focus on an area in the city for the day to get a deeper experience.