Discovering Temple City, California in 5 Days

• Day 1: Exploring the Historical District of Temple City with visits to The Temple City Heritage Museum, The Temple City Park and Farmer's Market and La Rosa Tequileria & Grille.
• Day 2: Hiking and Sightseeing at the Eaton Canyon Natural Area with a visit to the Eaton Canyon Waterfall and Eaton Canyon Nature Center. Relax for the rest of the day at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Garden.
• Day 3: Fun with family day at the Kidspace Children's Museum, and later a shopping spree at the Westfield Santa Anita. Have a drink and a bite to eat at The Derby Restaurant for Happy Hour.
• Day 4: Get spookedat the Descanso Gardens Camellia Lane ghosts Walking Tour,visit the historic Pasadena Playhouse, and enjoy contemporary art at The Huntington Library Art Museum and Botanical Garden.
• Day 5: End the trip with a morning at the stunning Laguna Lake Park and an afternoon of tasting delicious wines at the San Antonio Winery Tasting Room in Los Angeles.

Time and Costs Estimates

• The Temple City Heritage Museum (1 hour, free)
• Temple City Park and Farmer's Market (1-2 hours, cost depends on purchase)
• La Rosa Tequileria & Grille (2 hours, $25-$50)
• Eaton Canyon Waterfall (2-3 hours, free)
• Eaton Canyon Nature Center (1-2 hours, free)
• Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Garden (3 hours, $15-20)
• Kidspace Children's Museum (2-3 hours, $5-$20)
• Westfield Santa Anita (1-3 hours, cost depends on purchase)
• The Derby Restaurant (2 hours, $15-$30)
• Descanso Gardens Camellia Lane Ghosts Walking Tour (1.5 hours, $20)
• Pasadena Playhouse (2 hours, $30 for a ticket)
• The Huntington Library Art Museum and Botanical Garden (3-4 hours, $25-30)
• Laguna Lake Park (1-2 hours, free)
• San Antonio Winery Tasting Room (2 hours, $25-40)
Total Estimated Costs: $210-323

Transportation

If planning on visiting all the locations on this itinerary, renting a car is the best option for transportation. Public transportation is reliable, but not recommended due to the location of some of the attractions. Uber and Lyft are also available, but costs can add up quickly. A rental car will cost approximately $30-40 per day, depending on the rental company and type of car. Be prepared to pay an additional daily fee for parking in some locations.

Useful Tips

For travelers who want a more relaxed trip, Days 3 and 4 can be combined, and Day 5 can be skipped if time is limited. For those who want to add a few more activities, consider visiting the Santa Anita Park Racetrack, located near the Westfield Santa Anita, or taking a hike at the Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park. For those who have a shorter trip, Days 1 and 2 can be combined.