The Inland Empire: Places to Explore
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Riverside
By 1882 Riverside was home to more than half of California's citrus groves, making it the state's wealthiest city per capita in 1895. The prosperity produced a downtown area of opulent architecture, which is well preserved today. Main Street's pedestrian strip is lined with antiques and gift stores, art galleries, salons, and the UCR/California Museum of Photography.
Riverside at a Glance
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Travel Deals in The Inland Empire
- $124* & up -- Flights for Next Weekend on American, R/T American Airlines
- $61 & up -- Anaheim Resort near Disney, Kids Stay Free BookIt.com
- $53-$76 -- Anaheim Hotel near Disney w/Breakfast, 70% Off BookIt.com
- $8.56 & up -- Car Rentals across California CarRentals.com
- $199 -- Iconic Beverly Hills Hotel incl. Weekends, Reg. $325 — $199 The Beverly Hilton
* Some taxes, fees additional
