It's a small part of the local duck pond and is very nice and peaceful to walk around. It's not…read morevery big, but if you're in the area or already at the park, this would be a nice place to visit. There are some stone statues and a stone plaque that lets you know he story about the meaning of the Tori gate. I enjoyed the traditional signs written in Japanese that were close by the water area.

So nice to see some Japanese artifacts in Temecula, California. We stayed at they hotel across the…read morestreet and saw a duck park with a Japanese gate everyday when we left the hotel. We walked over to see what it was and learned about a Sister City program where cities exchange items. We walked around the park and saw some Dutch items and Japanese. Of course we took a couple selfies and admired the gate and other items in the park.

This is one of the lesser mission outposts so not a main of the full 32 California missions. It is…read morea sub-mission or an adistenzia mission. I was thrilled to find this. It was a surprise down in Pala. It is located about 20 miles away from the Oceanside Mission, St. Louis Del Rey. It's a small area located on a Native American reservation in Pala. The grounds and gardens are very lovely. Serene and peaceful. The original cemetery is still there. The chapel was open on this Saturday that we visited. They had beautiful frescoes and their stations of the cross were really spectacular. There's a Bell tower which interestingly is one of the few that is separate from any building. It has two bells in it both made in Mexico. The stillness and serenity and opportunity for meditative reflection were exquisite. Sadly, the museum is only open on Saturdays and we were not there on the correct Saturday as it is only twice a month. If you want to go to the museum and gift shop, then you will need to plan ahead and call to make sure that they are open. But the church and mission were really the main thing that I wanted to see. What a treasure!

I made it a "mission" to visit all 21 missions & noticed in my passport that included mission San…read moreAntonio de pala. So I called during the week to confirm museum & gift shop hours/times. Was told it was open only the 2nd & 4th sat of the month 10-4pm. So I prepared to go the 2nd sat. Which is today. We only saw one car in the parking lot, but still walked around to the museum & gift shop. Door was locked. Knocked. No answer. Tried calling the number. No answer. I understand that it is one of the smaller missions but still they should have something written/updated on the door, website, &/or voicemail. Would love to give them another try, because I need this last stamp. but I'm afraid if I come on the 4th Saturday I would just be setting myself for disappointment. Please be more accessible. People would love to see this quaint mission!

We had an amazing time today on our balloon ride. Matt was a great pilot. I highly recommend doing…read morethis bucket list ride. It's very peaceful. Watching the sunrise from the air was spectacular.

My boyfriend and I came to do a hot air balloon ride for the first time for my birthday!…read more The employees really had everything down to a science and I felt confident that they were experienced and knew what they were doing. It was SO early, and it really was good I had a jacket before we got into the balloon because it was chilly, but it is warm up in the air and in the balloon! Watching the set up and tear down ended up feeling like a part of the experience. The ride itself was amazing. It was unreal and so pretty!!! Our pilot had so much fun knowledge of the area and kept everyone engaged and entertained. At the end, they provided a champagne toast and certificates which was such a nice touch. I am definitely glad we went with this company and highly recommend them to anyone else interested in checking out a hot air balloon ride!

I truly enjoyed the vintage Western-style ambiance when we visited Old Town Temecula. The area…read morefeels distinctive and enjoyable to stroll around because of the historic-looking buildings, stores, and restaurants. There were plenty of people strolling around, shopping, and dining at the restaurants that day despite the rain and high humidity. Everyone was still having fun in the area despite the bad weather! It's a great place to spend a few hours simply strolling around and exploring because there are many of small shops, restaurants, and interesting things to check out. Old Town Temecula is unquestionably a fantastic location to visit if you're in Temecula!

We came here again to look for stuff that we liked the last time. The town Main Street was very…read morebusy for Tuesday afternoon. We went to 4 spots and was pleased at all. We will be back again and hope the new steakhouse is ready.

Old Town Murrieta has a seriously rustic and nostalgic look and vibe, with a couple of gems in the…read morerough for your dining pleasure. First and third Thursdays the street hosts a Night Market with local crafts and various food for purchase. Recommend having a visit if you are in the area.

If you want a break from the honky tonk that is Old Town Temecula, visit Old Town Murietta, its…read morecomplete opposite. Separated by only 5 miles, it may as well be 500. Where the former is loud and brash, the other is laid back and serene. Where the first requires a struggle to find parking, the later has space galore, even right in front of the half dozen or so bars and restaurants that are the local economy. We were staying nearby and drove through to get a feel for the town center. It was just three blocks square, with stately trees and a few small commercial developments. Some of the older places were closed down and abandoned, while three were open for business with outdoor seating and live acoustic music. Not in the mood for what was offered cuisine wise, we slowly drove out of town, passing a beautiful peacock jumping over a fence, until we found our way to Jefferson Avenue, the back route to Temecula that parallels Rt. 15. We joined the hoy polloi in the touristy hot spot for a short night of sensory overload. Old Town Murrieta seemed secure in its quietude, and maybe it was onto something in obviously not attempting to compete with big brother down the road. Still, with a little bit of effort and savvy marketing it could be the cool alternative to all that dusty sparkle nearby. Or, maybe, it already is.

So glad we checked this off the bucket list. We had a great experience. Despite the morning being…read morevery foggy from having warm weather the day before, the company did a great job of finding clear skies to take off from. Pilot Denni (the owner of the company with almost 40 years of pilot experience) was great and landed in the same place we took off, which is likened to a hole in one in golf. The whole experience was less than 3hrs. The ride itself lasted about an hour. We were transported to and from the launch and landing sites. They took some pictures for us and provided a balloon ride certificate at the end with discounts for local wineries and businesses. Mimosas and a bag of snacks were provided at the end. It was a great experience and would recommend to anyone willing to wake up before sunrise.

What a magically dreamy adventure! Can't believe it's taken me (a thrill seeker) so long to go on a…read morehot air balloon, but better late than never! It was actually a lot more calm and peaceful than I thought it would be! Even my friend, who's afraid of heights, did it! Sure, she was pretty scared at first and stayed close to the center of the basket, avoiding to look out and down, but she started feeling more comfortable the longer we were in the sky. We booked on their website and used the promo code "Groupon" for a discounted price of about $180 per person. The meeting point was in the parking lot of a shopping center in Temecula at 5:30am. There, they went over some rules, info about hot air ballooning and there was a photographer/videographer, Wesly Cajuste, selling packages for stills and a video. He has a drone that follows the balloon. My friends and I decided to go for it since it was our first time and it was a special occasion (friend's birthday). We were very happy with the way the video and the photos came out. Then, a couple shuttle vans took us to where they were setting up the hot air balloons, which varies depending on the wind. Before getting in the basket, we got to go in the balloon while they were inflating it. It was chilly in the morning, but it gets pretty warm being under the propane tank, so hats and layers are suggested. We were 4 groups of 4 and were assigned to a huge balloon with 4 separate compartments we were snug in. The knowledgeable and experienced pilot, Brian, was in the middle. I read that the baskets have doors but we had to climb in ours. The ride was about an hour long and we had a spectacular view of Temecula valley. I was a little nervous about the landing, but Brian is clearly a pro and did a magnificent job with a smooth landing on an open field. No mimosas in the air since there are no restrooms, but they busted out the Crooks when we got out! The website said breakfast, but they actually just give out ziplocked bags of snacks. Lol! Totally not necessary. The balloon ride was the ultimate highlight! They also give a certificate, which includes a list of wineries you can get discounts at for having done the hot air experience.

My first winery tour and it was simply the best experience. Our family from Big Island Hawaii came…read moreinto town and they wanted to tour wineries in Temecula! I started doing my research and Best Coast Temecula Tours had the highest marks for fun time, wineries tour, great atmosphere, clean bus, and of course the amazing tour guide, Joseph! I quickly selected Best Coast Tour Temecula Winery and my whole group had the best time!!! We went to 4 wineries!! Overall one of the most amazing experiences for me, my husband, and our family. I highly recommend Joseph and Best Coast Winery tour!!!

My MOH booked Best Coast Wine Tours for my bachelorette this past weekend and it was a HUGE…read moresuccess! Joe is the nicest person and we had so much fun. Going around from each winery was very convenient and efficient, and the tour had plenty of tastings (I couldn't even finish them all). Joe even let me DJ on the tour, and he provided history of the places we were going. Everything was on time and according to schedule. Thank you Joe for making my bachelorette a huge success!

So many great hiking trails for easy hikers up to some intermediate. Enough options for the whole…read morefamily and specifics ones for your furry friends too!

Excellent nature hike!…read more The tour guide at the beginning of the trails was super helpful, knowledgeable and friendly! The trail was well kept and beautiful scenery! Did this hike with work friends for the first time, but will definitely be back! $6 entry well worth it!

Our new favorite little adventure spot…read more We had the BEST time at Vail Kids Ranch @vailheadquarters, from the bunny barn and goats to rubber ducky races, mud kitchens, sand pits, music walls & the sweetest butterfly garden So much to explore, so much fun... we had to get an annual pass! Can't wait for all the memories we'll make here!

Cute little back to the future town square food and entertainment stop. We initially came for the…read morecoffee but ended up exploring this little area. Dirt path leads around the quaint town square. Vintage store had some cute finds, books records and household items. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Crafting center in the building towards the back. Great for hosting parties or special occasions. Check out their events page when we went they were having a renaissance faire with food trucks and pop up vendors, petting zoo and train ride for the kids. Winery is tucked away in the back corner. Outside stage for live performances. Large shared parking lot in front.

Beautiful little rose garden. Wide array of colors and types of roses…read more Easy to walk around.

The Rose Haven Heritage Garden is a community-built rose garden located minutes from Old Town…read moreTemecula. It spans about 3.5 acres and has a variety of roses. It has free admission and makes their money through donations. There is some parking around the exterior. It's not super big and is just a quick walk around but it was peaceful. If you're looking for a different vibe from other things to do in the area.