Old Pasadena: A Journey Through Time

Getting There

• Car

  To reach Old Pasadena by car, start by entering the 110 Freeway. Depending on your location in Los Angeles County, you might take the 101 Freeway to connect to the 110. Once on the 110 Freeway, head north and take the exit toward Pasadena. Merge onto the 210 Freeway and continue until you reach the exit for Colorado Boulevard. Turn right onto Colorado Boulevard, and follow it until you reach 23 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105, where Old Pasadena is located. Note that parking in Old Pasadena may incur fees, typically around $1 to $3 per hour in public lots.

• Public Transportation - Metro

  If you are taking public transportation, you can use the Metro system. Start by finding the nearest Metro station to your location. Take the Metro Gold Line toward Azusa and get off at the Pasadena station. From there, you can either walk to Old Pasadena (about a 15-20 minute walk) or take a local bus (such as the Pasadena Transit) to get closer to Colorado Boulevard. If you choose to walk, head north on Raymond Avenue, then turn left on Colorado Boulevard until you reach 23 E Colorado Blvd. A Metro ticket costs $1.75, and a day pass is $7.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  For those preferring bus transportation, find a local bus that connects to the Metro system or directly serves Pasadena. You can check Metro's trip planner online for specific routes from your location. Once you are on a bus that services Pasadena, disembark at a stop near Colorado Boulevard. Walk east along Colorado Boulevard until you reach 23 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105. Bus fares vary but generally cost around $1.75.