Quick Summary:

  • Where is Claremont located?
    • Just 32 miles from Los Angeles, Claremont manages to stay a relaxed, laid-back jewel of a town, with a wonderful combination of the liveliness of a student town and the elegance and stateliness of a historic landmark.
  • What is special about Claremont’s atmosphere?
    • Charming tree-lined streets are filled with magnificent historic architecture, giving the town a unique and inviting character.
  • What kind of dining and entertainment options does Claremont offer?
    • There are more than 80 pubs and restaurants, providing a wide variety of dining and nightlife experiences.
  • What outdoor activities can visitors enjoy in Claremont?
    • The town features seven colleges, endless numbers of hiking and biking trails, wild parks, and the biggest botanic garden in Southern California.
  • Why should you visit Claremont?
    • Plan a fun weekend getaway to Claremont today and experience its vibrant yet peaceful charm.


  • Updated with new information since originally published.
  • Please support our journalism through affiliate links. Affiliate Disclosure
  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Igor/stock.adobe.com

2. Claremont Museum of Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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

3. Claremont Packing House

Claremont Packing House | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Claremont Packing House

4. Claremont Hills Wilderness Park

Category: Activities
Claremont Hills Wilderness Park | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Courtesy of goodmanphoto - Fotolia.com

5. Claremont Farmers & Artisans Market

Category: Shopping
Claremont Farmers & Artisans Market | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Courtesy of Leslie - Fotolia.com

6. Folk Music Center

Category: Entertainment
Folk Music Center | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Folk Music Center

7. PianoPiano

PianoPiano | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© PianoPiano

8. Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology

Category: Museums & Culture
Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology

9. Cheese Cave

Cheese Cave | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Cheese Cave

10. The Garner House

The Garner House | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© The Garner House

11. Russian Village District

Russian Village District | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Wikipedia

12. Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery

Category: Museums & Culture
Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery

13. Claremont Craft Ales

Claremont Craft Ales | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Claremont Craft Ales

14. The Back Abbey

The Back Abbey | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© The Back Abbey

15. Packing House Wines

Category: Food & Drink
Packing House Wines | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Packing House Wines

16. Laemmle's Claremont 5

Laemmle's Claremont 5 | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Laemmle's Claremont 5

17. Studio Claremont

Studio Claremont | Things to Do in Claremont, California
© Studio Claremont

More things to do:

Pomona College Organic Farm is a a 1.2 acre working farm.

Hike the Claremont Hills Loop and Thompson Creek Trail

More events and things to do

Map:


Plan Your Trip

Get Ready to Go!

Need some more help?


Go to travel reservations.