Quick Summary:

  • Q: Where is Pomona located?
  • A: Pomona is set between the Inland Empire and the San Gabriel Valley in the Pomona Valley, California.
  • Q: What are some attractions in Pomona?
  • A: Pomona is home to many historical sites, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreational activities. Notable attractions include the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, the Auto Club Raceway, the American Museum of Ceramic Art, and the Rail Giants Train Museum.
  • Q: What can automobile enthusiasts do in Pomona?
  • A: Automobile lovers can visit the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum and the Auto Club Raceway for hours of fun and excitement.
  • Q: What can history buffs enjoy in Pomona?
  • A: History enthusiasts can explore the American Museum of Ceramic Art and the Rail Giants Train Museum to learn more about the past.


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1. Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum

2. Auto Club Raceway at Pomona ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Auto Club Raceway at Pomona | Things to Do in Pomona, California
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3. Cal Poly Pomona Farm

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Cal Poly Pomona Farm | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© Cal Poly Pomona Farm

4. American Museum of Ceramic Art

Category: Museums & Culture
American Museum of Ceramic Art | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© American Museum of Ceramic Art

5. LA County Fair

LA County Fair | Things to Do in Pomona, California
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6. Innovation Brew Works

Category: Food & Drink
Innovation Brew Works | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© Innovation Brew Works

7. RailGiants Train Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
RailGiants Train Museum | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© RailGiants Train Museum

8. Kellogg House at Cal Poly Pomona

Kellogg House at Cal Poly Pomona | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© Kellogg House at Cal Poly Pomona

9. The Old Stump Brewing Co.

Category: Food & Drink
The Old Stump Brewing Co. | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© The Old Stump Brewing Co.

10. Mountain Meadows Golf Course

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Mountain Meadows Golf Course | Things to Do in Pomona, California
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11. Pomona Valley Mining Company

Pomona Valley Mining Company | Things to Do in Pomona, California
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12. Tropical Mexico

Tropical Mexico | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© Tropical Mexico

13. Palomares Adobe

Palomares Adobe | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© The Historical Society of Pomona Valley

14. Phillips Mansion

Category: Museums & Culture
Phillips Mansion | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© The Historical Society of Pomona Valley

15. La Casa Primera

La Casa Primera | Things to Do in Pomona, California
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16. The African American Museum of Beginnings

Category: Museums & Culture
The African American Museum of Beginnings | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© The African American Museum of Beginnings

17. Quest Tavern Escape Room

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Quest Tavern Escape Room | Things to Do in Pomona, California
© Quest Tavern Escape Room

18. Chronos Escape Room

Category: Entertainment
Chronos Escape Room | Things to Do in Pomona, California
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Summary & FAQ Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum Auto Club Raceway at Pomona Cal Poly Pomona Farm American Museum of Ceramic Art LA County Fair Innovation Brew Works RailGiants Train Museum Kellogg House at Cal Poly Pomona The Old Stump Brewing Co. Mountain Meadows Golf Course Pomona Valley Mining Company Tropical Mexico Palomares Adobe Phillips Mansion La Casa Primera The African American Museum of Beginnings Quest Tavern Escape Room Chronos Escape Room
Pomona is 1 hr 5 min (30.1 miles via I-10 E) from LA.


Best months to visit are May and October:

Source: National Weather Service

Month Average High (°F) Average Low (°F) Average Precipitation (inches)
January 67 45 3.4
February 69 47 3.5
March 71 49 2.7
April 75 52 1.4
May 78 56 0.6
June 84 60 0.1
July 91 65 0.0
August 91 65 0.1
September 87 62 0.3
October 80 56 0.7
November 73 50 1.7
December 67 46 2.8

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