Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau

3750 University Ave Suite #570 92501

Discover Riverside, California

Riverside shines as a unique location with an ambiance totally on its own in Southern California. Downtown Riverside, located just 16 miles from Ontario International Airport (ONT) is known as the city of arts and innovation. Explore the diverse cultural landscape of Riverside through its renowned downtown museums, delicious local restaurants, and notable performing arts centers. Do more than just visit – discover Riverside. The Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau works tirelessly to ensure that meeting and convention guests feel right at home in Riverside. We know that not every meeting planner is the same—which is why we customize our services to meet the unique needs of each and every one. Our distinct concierge service is what sets us and the city of Riverside apart from our competition. As a complimentary service offered to all clients, our boutique concierge amenities run the gamut from coordinating contracts, site inspections, and pre-planning meetings on our client’s behalf to assisting them with off-site events and activities. We hold ourselves to extremely high standards - a sentiment that is mirrored in our service and client interaction. Our distinctive Concierge Program is one of the reasons Riverside’s percentage of repeat business is the envy of the Convention & Visitors Bureau industry! Enjoy the walkable downtown Main Street, which features live entertainment, renowned restaurants, vibrant nightlife, craft-cocktail bars, specialty coffee and tea shops, and the Food Lab. Outside of the prominent food and beverage scene in downtown, arts and culture is at the forefront, with Riverside boasting an impressive number of 5 museums in the downtown area! Additionally, the historic Fox Theatre is also steps off the pedestrian mall and features broadway musicals and other shows from prominent artists, comedians, and actors. Stay in the heart of the city during your visit to Riverside! Downtown Riverside offers four distinct hotel choices, all of which are located within a block of the Riverside Convention Center and Riverside’s downtown Main Street pedestrian mall! Along the pedestrian mall stands our boutique Convention Center, which offers an expansive private outdoor park-like setting and flexible indoor spaces. The multi-use nature of the Riverside Convention Center makes it the perfect venue for groups to meet, host events under the stars, and easily explore Riverside’s vibrant downtown! Our boutique-style convention center offers 68,000 sq. ft. of flexible interior space: carpeted exhibition hall; 2 ballrooms; 22 breakout rooms with high-speed internet or WI-FI capabilities; networking concourses; and delicious on-site catering featuring health-conscious menu options in collaboration with Loma Linda University Health, one of the nation’s leading medical research universities. Groups can take advantage of California's iconic and beautiful weather and enjoy an experience in the perfect outdoor setting on our 17,000 sq. ft. green space/plaza. The Riverside Convention Center staff is committed to offering first-class customer service and unparalleled hospitality. We are proud to say that the Riverside Convention Center has earned the distinction as one of the top 3 Best Convention Centers in California under 100K square feet! The Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau works tirelessly to ensure that you and your guests feel right at home in Riverside. We look forward to welcoming you to Riverside soon!

Getting Here

From Los Angeles 60 East (Riverside) – Exit right on Main Street Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street) (OR) 10 East to 15 South (San Diego) 60 East (Riverside) – Exit right on Main Street Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street) From Ontario/Pasadena (or Los Angeles) 10 East (Riverside) to 15 South (San Diego) 60 East (Riverside) – Exit right on Main Street Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street) From Orange County/Beach Cities 91 East (Riverside) – Exit University Ave. Go thru first signal (University Ave.) Turn left at second signal (Mission Inn Ave.) Turn right on Orange Street Turn left on 3rd Street Turn left on Main – Enter Convention Center Parking From San Bernardino 215 to the 60 West (Riverside) 60 West (Riverside) – Exit left on Main Street Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street) From San Diego/Temecula 15 North to 91 East (Riverside) Exit University Ave/Downtown Go thru first signal (University Ave.) Turn left at second signal (Mission Inn Ave.) Turn right on Orange Street Turn left on 3rd Street Turn left on Main – Enter Convention Center Parking From Palm Springs: 10 West to 60 West 60 West (Riverside) – Exit left on Main Street Main Street runs directly into Convention Center Parking (at 3rd Street)

Distance from airport

  • Ontario International Airport

    17 mi. from city center

  • John Wayne Airport

    40 mi. from city center


Local Attractions

The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art and Culture

Museum
The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art, Culture & Industry is an art museum and academic center located in Riverside’s Historic Downtown. The center focuses on the presentation and study of Chicano art from across the United States. It is a collaborative effort between stand-up comedian, actor, and writer Cheech Marin, who donated his collection of more than 700 pieces of Chicano art, to the City of Riverside, which houses the collection, and the Riverside Art Museum, which manages the center. The collection is located in the old Riverside public library, and is a world-class institution to research and study "all things [related to] Chicano art”. It is the first North American facility dedicated to Mexican American art.

Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown

Recreation
0 minutes away
Welcome to Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown. Our brand new, 6-story hotel offers an ideal location in heart of the historic Downtown District, surrounded by the best amenities the Inland Southern California region has to offer. Enjoy proximity to the Riverside Convention Center, Fox Performing Arts Center, and the Riverside Pedestrian Main Street Mall. We’re also just two miles from the University of California Riverside and 15 miles from Ontario International Airport. Make yourself at home in a modern guest room or suite. Each room features our clean and fresh Hampton bed®, an HDTV and free WiFi. Wake up each morning to fresh waffles at Hampton’s free hot breakfast. If you’re in a hurry, grab a Hampton on the Run® Breakfast Bag, available Monday through Friday, as you head out the door. Keep up your fitness routine in our 24-hour fitness center or simply relax with a dip in the heated outdoor pool.
3505 Market Street
Riverside, CA, US 92501

Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

Historical landmark
0 minutes away
Framed by its breathtaking Spanish Mission –style architecture, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa welcomes you to a destination where rich history and classic elegance exist in perfect balance with contemporary luxury and comfort. This iconic AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel has remained faithful to the grand style and ambiance enjoyed by its first guests. Today’s Mission Inn continues the original splendor initiated by founder Frank Miller, thanks to the genuinely caring attention of Owner, Vice Chairman & COO Kelly Roberts and her husband, Owner Duane Roberts. Expanding from its humble 1876 origins to encapsulate an entire city block, the Mission Inn offers luxurious boutique accommodations and amenities, only a quick jaunt from Los Angeles and Orange County, among romantically enchanting, one-of-a-kind architecture including awe-inspiring archways and flying buttresses, secluded garden oases, and soaring domes and towers. With multiple upscale dining options, a modern fitness center, Tuscan-inspired, Conde Nast award-winning Kelly’s Spa, a lushly landscaped pool and Jacuzzi, historic museum, and opulent rooms that transport guests to California’s foregone eras, the AAA Four Diamond property provides a quintessentially Californian hospitality experience threaded with a rich history. Whether you are seeking the perfect backdrop for a romantic getaway, and inspirational setting for your wedding or business event, or an unforgettable family vacation destination, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa invites you to become part of the legend today.
3649 Mission Inn Ave
Riverside, CA, US 92501

Ontario International Airport

Airport
17 mi. away
ONT is located in the Inland Empire, approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California. It is a medium-hub, full-service airport with commercial jet service to major U.S. cities and through service to many international destinations.
2222 International Way
Ontario, CA, US 91761

Riverside Marriott

Recreation
0 minutes away
Discover home on the California trail at the full service Marriott Riverside hotel located in the heart of historic downtown Riverside nestled in the Inland Empire. The hotel is located adjacent to the newly renovated Riverside Convention Center, and 15 miles from Ontario International Airport. The hotel features 292 luxurious accommodations including 24 spacious suites ideal for the business and leisure travelers. The hotel is within walking distance to the Fox Performing Arts Center, the historic Mission Inn, the Riverside Pedestrian Main Street Mall, and 2 miles from the University of California Riverside.
3400 Market Street
Riverside, CA, US 92501

Courtyard by Marriott Riverside/Downtown UCR Area

Recreation
5 minutes away
The Courtyard by Marriott’s upgraded rooms cater to all convention travelers’ needs. Discover the new state-of-the-art lobby, where convenience, technology, style, and service provide maximum flexibility and choices for guests. The new lobby features inviting, flexible space in which to work or relax, complimentary high-speed internet and business center, and easy access to the latest news, weather, local area attractions, and airport conditions via its state-of-the-art Go Board. The highlight of the new lobby is the Bistro where guests can eat, drink and connect.
1510 University Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92507

Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown

Recreation
0 minutes away
Comfortably refined, the modern, select service Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown offers 125 individually decorated rooms adorned with chic décor and innovative technology. Hyatt Place offers a convenient a.m. Kitchen Skillet™ that is complimentary with each overnight stay as well as a 24/7 Gallery Menu & Market and a Coffee to Cocktails Bar. Guests can enjoy a freshly made meal, an ice-cold beverage, a selection of specialty beverages made with Starbucks® espresso roast, or a delightful bite of dessert. The hotel has 1,800 square feet of flexible meeting space with reliable Wi-Fi and LCD screens. Hyatt Place is conveniently located next to the Riverside Convention Center.
3500 Market Street
Riverside, CA, US 92501

Quality Inn Riverside

Recreation
5 minutes away
The Quality Inn® Riverside, located near both the University of California, Riverside and downtown Riverside, offers outstanding accommodations for convention travelers, recreational travel and those attending sports events in Riverside. The property offers 114 guest rooms, flexible meeting space, and two board rooms.
1590 University Avenue
Riverside, CA, US 92507

Convention Centers

  • Riverside Convention Center

    The Riverside Convention Center, opening in early 2014, offers over 70,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Directly adjacent to the Riverside Marriott, less than a block to the Hyatt Place and Mission Inn Hotel & Spa.

    • Exhibit Space30,000 sq. ft.
      Total meeting space126,834 sq. ft.