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Redlands Neighbor · Local Guide

Things to Do in Redlands

8 real Redlands spots with addresses, hours, ratings and what locals say. No paid placements.

Info checked Oct 20, 2026 · Source: Google Maps

Quick picks

PlaceBest forRatingArea
Prospect ParkWalks, picnics & photos4.8South Redlands
San Bernardino County MuseumFamilies & rainy days4.7Northwest Redlands
Kimberly Crest House & GardensGardens & house tours4.6South Redlands
Lincoln Memorial ShrineHistory lovers4.8South Redlands
A K Smiley Public LibraryFamilies & architecture4.6South Redlands
Redlands Public MarketFood hall with something for everyone4.5Downtown Redlands
Sylvan ParkPicnics, skate park & play4.4North Redlands
Historical Glass MuseumA quiet hour of browsing4.7North Redlands

1.Prospect Park

Best for: Walks, picnics & photos

Park · South Redlands · 4.8 stars (1,499 Google reviews)

What people order or mention most: orange groves, bamboo forest, photo opportunities, quinceañera photos, sunset views, walking trails (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

About: Picturesque park with an amphitheater & orange grove, plus walking trails & picnic facilities.

“This park is really beautiful and serene with great views.”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • A reviewer found a good amount of parking, benches and a few tables.
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Admission & what's there:

  • Orange groves, walking trails, picnic areas, amphitheater

Deals: No current deals found on its website or Google posts (checked Oct 20, 2026).

Address: 1352 Prospect Dr, Redlands, CA 92373

(909) 798-7655 · Website · Google Maps

Mon5 AM to 9 PM
Tue5 AM to 9 PM
Wed5 AM to 9 PM
Thu5 AM to 9 PM
Fri5 AM to 9 PM
Sat5 AM to 9 PM
Sun5 AM to 9 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

2.San Bernardino County Museum

Best for: Families & rainy days

Museum · Northwest Redlands · 4.7 stars (1,818 Google reviews)

What people order or mention most: fossils, interactive exhibits, prehistoric animal exhibits, minerals, local museum, crystal exhibit (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

About: Educational exhibits on local culture & natural science, plus cactus gardens & a live-animal center.

“Lots of fun hands on experiences.”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • A reviewer paid $10 per adult and $5 per child.
  • Wait time: No wait
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

The county museum site didn't load for us. A Google reviewer reported $10 per adult and $5 per child.

Deals: None found in its Google posts. We couldn't check its website (checked Oct 20, 2026).

Address: 2024 Orange Tree Ln, Redlands, CA 92374

(909) 798-8608 · Website · Google Maps · Facebook

MonClosed
Tue9 AM to 5 PM
Wed9 AM to 5 PM
Thu9 AM to 5 PM
Fri9 AM to 5 PM
Sat9 AM to 5 PM
Sun9 AM to 5 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

3.Kimberly Crest House & Gardens

Best for: Gardens & house tours

Historical landmark · South Redlands · 4.6 stars (633 Google reviews)

What people order or mention most: ponds, architecture, mansion, quinceañera, docents, koi pond (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

About: 1897 home & sprawling renaissance-style Italian gardens, with tours available several times weekly.

“Amazing home with a lot of lore and stories to every detail.”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • No photos allowed inside, per a reviewer.
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Admission & what's there:

  • Docent-guided house tours (45 min): Thu, Fri, Sun, 1–4 PM
  • Tickets: adults $15; seniors, veterans and military $12; students and kids 9+ $8
  • Grounds open Mon–Fri and Sun, 10 AM–4 PM, no charge (per its site)

Deals: No current deals found on its website or Google posts (checked Oct 20, 2026).

Source: kimberlycrest.org/visit, checked Oct 20, 2026. Prices can change.

Address: 1325 Prospect Dr, Redlands, CA 92373

(909) 792-2111 · Website · Google Maps · Facebook

Mon10 AM to 4 PM
Tue10 AM to 4 PM
Wed10 AM to 4 PM
Thu10 AM to 4 PM
Fri10 AM to 4 PM
SatClosed
Sun10 AM to 4 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

4.Lincoln Memorial Shrine

Best for: History lovers

Museum · South Redlands · 4.8 stars (342 Google reviews)

What people order or mention most: president lincoln, american civil war, artifacts, docents, knowledgeable volunteers, knowledgeable staff (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

About: This 1930s structure commemorates the life of Abraham Lincoln with artwork & exhibits.

“Original Lincoln artifacts and largest Norman Rockwell painting with Lincoln in it.”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • Reviewers mention free admission and knowledgeable docents.
  • Wait time: No wait
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Admission & what's there:

  • Lincoln artifacts and exhibits
  • Guided tours by reservation for groups of 12+; call (909) 798-7632

Recent deals and events (from its social posts, checked Oct 20, 2026):

  • Opening as the Museum of Redlands on Saturday, Oct 24 (via Instagram, Oct 13)

Source: lincolnshrine.org, checked Oct 20, 2026. Prices can change.

Address: 125 W Vine St, Redlands, CA 92373

(909) 798-7636 · Website · Google Maps · Facebook · Instagram

MonClosed
Tue1 to 5 PM
Wed1 to 5 PM
Thu1 to 5 PM
Fri1 to 5 PM
Sat1 to 5 PM
Sun1 to 5 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

5.A K Smiley Public Library

Best for: Families & architecture

Public library · South Redlands · 4.6 stars (271 Google reviews)

What people order or mention most: architecture, stained glass windows, historic building, library card fee, used book store, archive room (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

About: A national historic landmark, the expansive moorish revival building features stained glass windows.

“We love the library.”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • A reviewer's 9-month-old enjoyed the puzzles and books on a Saturday morning.
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Admission & what's there:

  • National historic landmark building with stained-glass windows
  • Young readers' section

Recent deals and events (from its social posts, checked Oct 20, 2026):

  • Museum of Redlands grand opening Saturday, Oct 24, from 10 a.m. at 1 N. Center St. Free admission (via Instagram, Oct 19)
  • Teen art contest (ages 13 to 18, theme "Dia de los Muertos") with prize money. Entries due Wednesday, Oct 21, by 8 p.m. (via Instagram, Sept 23)
  • October programs for the Young Readers' Room posted (via Instagram, Oct 2)

Address: 125 W Vine St, Redlands, CA 92373

(909) 798-7565 · Website · Google Maps · Facebook · Instagram

Mon10 AM to 6 PM
Tue10 AM to 9 PM
Wed10 AM to 9 PM
Thu10 AM to 6 PM
Fri10 AM to 5 PM
Sat10 AM to 5 PM
Sun1 to 5 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

6.Redlands Public Market

Best for: Food hall with something for everyone

Food court · Downtown Redlands · 4.5 stars (531 Google reviews) · Reviewers report $10–20, $20–30 per person

What people order or mention most: vegan options, brisket, outdoor seating, speakeasy, bbq, arcade (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

“This food hall has many different options, but I loved that they have a vegan booth.”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • Reviewers mention an arcade and a speakeasy, and say prices run higher than a regular food court.
  • Reservation: Walk-ins only
  • Parking options: Free parking lot
  • Wait time: No wait
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Admission & what's there:

  • 20+ eateries and bars, an arcade and events
  • Free parking on-street and in the public structure on Stuart
  • Breakfast only before 11 AM (per its site)

Recent deals and events (from its social posts, checked Oct 20, 2026):

  • Halloween costume contest planned to close out the season (via Instagram, Oct 1)

Source: redlandspublicmarket.com, checked Oct 20, 2026. Prices can change.

Address: 330 3rd St, Redlands, CA 92374

(909) 497-2850 · Website · Google Maps · Facebook · Instagram

Mon8 AM to 10 PM
Tue8 AM to 10 PM
Wed8 AM to 10 PM
Thu8 AM to 10 PM
Fri8 AM to 12 AM
Sat8 AM to 12 AM
Sun8 AM to 10 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

7.Sylvan Park

Best for: Picnics, skate park & play

Park · North Redlands · 4.4 stars (1,193 Google reviews)

What people order or mention most: picnic tables, skate park, walking paths, horseshoe pits, car show, cleanliness (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

About: Public green space with play equipment & picnic tables plus facilities for basketball & baseball.

“Very well maintained and restrooms were definitely clean”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • There's a skate park, horseshoe pits, and basketball and baseball facilities.
  • Parking options: Free parking lot
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Admission & what's there:

  • Skate park, playground, horseshoe pits, basketball and baseball

Deals: No current deals found on its website or Google posts (checked Oct 20, 2026).

Address: 601 N University St, Redlands, CA 92374

(909) 798-7572 · Website · Google Maps

Mon5 AM to 10 PM
Tue5 AM to 10 PM
Wed5 AM to 10 PM
Thu5 AM to 10 PM
Fri5 AM to 10 PM
Sat5 AM to 10 PM
Sun5 AM to 10 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

8.Historical Glass Museum

Best for: A quiet hour of browsing

Museum · North Redlands · 4.7 stars (94 Google reviews)

What people order or mention most: glass collection, antique glass, glass art, glass displays, docents, knowledgeable staff (most-mentioned topics in Google reviews)

About: Museum & gift shop in a century-old Victorian home displaying American-made glass items & art.

“A wonderful, completely unique museum experience!”A Google reviewer, via Google Maps

Good to know:

  • Wait time: No wait
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Admission & what's there:

  • American-made glass collection in a Victorian home
  • Gift shop with Fenton art glass and collectibles
  • Admission by donation
  • Open Sat–Sun, noon–4 PM (per its site)

Current deals and offers (checked Oct 20, 2026):

  • Gift shop sale Nov 1–30: 30% off selected items (posted on its site)

Source: historicalglassmuseum.com, checked Oct 20, 2026. Prices can change.

Address: 1157 Orange St, Redlands, CA 92374

(909) 798-0868 · Website · Google Maps · Facebook

MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
Sat12 to 4 PM
Sun12 to 4 PM

Hours from Google Maps, checked Oct 20, 2026. Call ahead on holidays.

Planning a whole day? Follow our Day Trip to Redlands itinerary, or see free things to do and Redlands with kids.

Local tips

  • The Lincoln Memorial Shrine and A.K. Smiley Public Library share the same block (125 W Vine St), so it's easy to see both on one visit.
  • Several spots keep limited days, so check the hours below before you drive over.
  • Prospect Park and Kimberly Crest sit next to each other on Prospect Dr, so you can pair a walk with a tour.

FAQ

What is the highest-rated attraction in Redlands in this guide?

Prospect Park, at 4.8 stars from 1,499 Google reviews (checked Oct 20, 2026).

Which attraction in Redlands here has the most Google reviews?

San Bernardino County Museum, with 1,818 reviews at 4.7 stars (checked Oct 20, 2026).

How were these places chosen?

Every place is in Redlands and showed as open on Google Maps on Oct 20, 2026. We looked at ratings, review counts and what reviewers said. No business paid to be in this guide.

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Ratings, review counts and hours come from public Google Maps listings, checked Oct 20, 2026, and can change. Quotes are short excerpts from public Google reviews. Menus, prices and deals come from each business's own website or ordering page. Facebook and Instagram links are included only where we could confirm the official account; dated deals and events come from those public posts (Sept 20, 2026 or later), and events that already passed are left out. Not affiliated with the businesses listed.