Quick Summary:

  • Nestled among rolling hills and beautiful vineyards, Temecula Valley is Southern California's wine country.
  • There are many great things to see and do to keep you busy in addition to wine tours and tastings.
  • Visitors can take advantage of the world-class shopping in the area, have a relaxing day at one of the many spas, and dine at some of the best restaurants.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Old Town Temecula ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Old Town Temecula | Things to Do in Temecula, California
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2. Temecula Valley Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Temecula Valley Museum | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Temecula Valley Museum

3. Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market

Category: Shopping
Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Old Town Temecula Farmer's Market

4. Ponte Family Estate Winery

Category: Kids & Family
Ponte Family Estate Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Ponte Family Estate Winery

5. Pechanga Theater

Category: Entertainment
Pechanga Theater | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Pechanga Theater

6. Vindemia Estate Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Vindemia Estate Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Vindemia Estate Winery

7. Grapeline Wine Tours

Tours
Grapeline Wine Tours | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Grapeline Wine Tours

8. Destination Temecula Wine Tours and Experiences

Tours
Destination Temecula Wine Tours and Experiences | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Destination Temecula Wine Tours and Experiences

9. Miramonte Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Miramonte Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Miramonte Winery

10. Doffo Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Doffo Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Doffo Winery

11. Mount Palomar Winery

Category: Activities
Mount Palomar Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Mount Palomar Winery

12. Falkner Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Falkner Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Falkner Winery

13. California Dreamin' Balloon Adventures

Tours
California Dreamin' Balloon Adventures | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© California Dreamin' Balloon Adventures

14. A Grape Escape Balloon Adventure

Category: Entertainment
A Grape Escape Balloon Adventure | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© A Grape Escape Balloon Adventure

15. Cougar Vineyard & Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Cougar Vineyard & Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Cougar Vineyard & Winery

16. Europa Village

Europa Village | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Europa Village

17. Promenade Mall Temecula

Category: Activities
Promenade Mall Temecula | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Promenade Mall Temecula

18. Wine Country Trails by Horseback

Category: Activities
Wine Country Trails by Horseback | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Wine Country Trails by Horseback

19. Danza Del Sol Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Danza Del Sol Winery | Things to Do in Temecula, California
© Danza Del Sol Winery


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