One Day in Azusa, California on a Shoestring Budget

• Azusa Pacific University (10:00 am) - Take a self-guided tour of Azusa Pacific University, a private evangelical Christian university with impressive architecture and beautiful landscaping.
• Foothill Cinema Stadium 10 (12:00 pm) - Watch a movie at Foothill Cinema Stadium 10, a local theater that features affordable ticket prices and a decent selection of films.
• Azusa City Library (2:00 pm) - Escape the heat and spend some time in the air conditioning at the Azusa City Library. Browse the collection of books and movies, or use the free Wi-Fi to catch up on some work.
• Glendora Mountain Road (4:00 pm) - Take a scenic drive on Glendora Mountain Road, a popular route among local drivers and motorcyclists for its breathtaking views of the San Gabriel Mountains.
• Dino's Chicken and Burgers (6:30 pm) - End the day with a delicious meal at Dino's Chicken and Burgers, a hole-in-the-wall fast-food joint serving up some of the best charbroiled burgers and chicken in town.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Azusa Pacific University (1 hour, free)
• Foothill Cinema Stadium 10 (2 hours, $12)
• Azusa City Library (2 hours, free)
• Glendora Mountain Road (1 hour, free)
• Dino's Chicken and Burgers (1.5 hours, $10)
Total Estimated Costs: $22

Transportation

As a small city, Azusa is easy to navigate by car or bike. If you're not traveling with your own vehicle, consider renting a car for the day or using a ride-sharing service like Uber or Lyft. The city also has a reliable bus system, with affordable fares starting at $1.25 per ride.

Travel Costs: Car rental (starting at $40/day), Uber/Lyft (varies), Bus fare (starting at $1.25 per ride), Bike rental (starting at $8/hour). Travel time varies based on method of transportation.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Azusa Greens Country Club for a game of golf or taking a leisurely stroll through Gladstone Park. For those with less time, skip the cinema and head straight to the library for more time to explore the collections.

Airports

The nearest airport to Azusa is the Ontario International Airport (ONT), located about 25 miles east of the city center. Other airports in the area include Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Bob Hope Airport (BUR), both about an hour's drive from Azusa.