About Mission Inn Foundation & Museum

Landmark featuring local history & art. Exhibits of local history & art in a National Historic Landmark hotel in Mission Revival style.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Book a guided tour in advance and request a specific guide if possible—reviewers consistently praised knowledgeable docents like Valentín and Patti who bring history to life with engaging storytelling and are happy to answer detailed questions.
• 💡Take the specialized 'haunted tour' to explore Riverside's local history, true crime connections, and paranormal lore while trying ghost-hunting equipment—this unique experience connects the Mission Inn to broader regional history and pop culture references.
• 💡Plan for at least an hour for the standard tour to fully absorb the packed historical content and architectural details; tours include special touches like champagne service at the end.
• 🕐Visit during the Christmas season to experience the Mission Inn's beautiful seasonal decorations in combination with the museum tour for an especially memorable visit.
• 💡Ask your guide about the Mission Inn's hidden catacombs—they're a fascinating historical feature that connects to local lore and represent the kind of 'hidden treasures behind locked doors' that make the guided experience worthwhile.

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