Diamond Bar, California 2-Day Itinerary

• Day 1:
  1. Breakfast at Krispy Kreme – Start your day with a sweet treat at Krispy Kreme, serving fresh donuts and coffee (30 mins).
  2. Explore Heritage Park – Perfect for nature lovers with trails, picnic areas, and a serene lake. It includes the Museum of Natural History (2 hours).
  3. Lunch at Panda Inn – Authentic Chinese cuisine with numerous vegetarian/vegan options, a favorite among both locals and tourists (1 hour).
  4. Visit Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Garden – Home to a vast collection of plants, peacocks, and stunning garden architecture that has been featured in various movies (2 hours).
  5. Dinner at Gen Korean BBQ House – A perfect spot for a delicious, interactive experience with friends and family over Korean BBQ (1.5 hours).
  6. End the night with a movie at AMC Dine-In Theatres – A comfortable, private viewing experience with gourmet food and drinks (2 hours).
• Day 2:
  1. Breakfast at The Corner Bakery Cafe – Enjoy a variety of breakfast dishes indoors or outdoors (30 mins).
  2. Trek to the Ranch-Style Home Replica – A fun experience for Western movie lovers as the house replicates scenes from numerous movies (1 hour).
  3. Explore Chino Hills State Park – Perfect for nature lovers with trails, picnic areas, and stunning views of nature (2 hours).
  4. Lunch at Mimi's Cafe – A cozy spot offering comfort food, kids' and vegetarian options, and delicious desserts (1 hour).
  5. Visit the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir – A grand Hindu temple with intricate marble carvings, lush gardens, and a peaceful atmosphere (2 hours).
  6. Dinner at Applebee's – Serving American classics, Applebee's is a perfect spot for dinner (1.5 hours).
  7. End your trip with a visit to the Diamond Bar Center – A state-of-the-art recreation center with scenic views and a variety of classes and events (1 hour).

Time and Cost Estimates

• Krispy Kreme (30 mins, $5)
• Heritage Park and Museum of Natural History (2 hours, Free)
• Panda Inn (1 hour, $25)
• Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Garden (2 hours, $15)
• Gen Korean BBQ House (1.5 hours, $30)
• AMC Dine-In Theatres (2 hours, $30)
• The Corner Bakery Cafe (30 mins, $8)
• Ranch-Style Home Replica (1 hour, $10)
• Chino Hills State Park (2 hours, $6)
• Mimi's Cafe (1 hour, $20)
• BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (2 hours, Free)
• Applebee's (1.5 hours, $20)
• Diamond Bar Center (1 hour, Free)
Total Estimated Costs: $169

Transportation

To explore Diamond Bar, it is best to rent a car or use ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft. A car allows you to move around freely with ease and explore all the stunning sites the city has to offer. The average cost of renting a car is $25 to $50 per day, and Uber or Lyft rides for the entire trip will approximately cost $100.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, you can visit the Japanese Garden or the LA County Museum of Art. For nature enthusiasts, you can swap the Diamond Bar Center for the Schabarum Regional Park, where you can bike or hike its challenging terrains. If you have less time, you can choose only a few sites to focus on to ensure that you enjoy your trip without rushing.