No matter where you go when you’re traveling, it's often difficult to find the best places to eat. Fortunately, you can leave it up to the experts at Melting Pot Food Tours, who will take you on a guided tour through a diverse set of international cuisines in Old Pasadena. From Italian gelato to Oaxacan bites and even a store that sells mostly olive oil, Melting Pot has you covered.

Many are familiar with the lush landscapes of Pasadena, but few know about the Eaton Canyon Nature Center, a nature preserve where you can hike, picnic and learn all about the zoological, botanical and geological features of the area. There are regularly scheduled tours and themed walks to satisfy your curiosity for nature and wildlife. Whether it's hiking to the waterfall or marvelling at the exhibits inside the Nature Center, there is something for the whole family at Eaton Canyon.

The California Institute of Technology is world-renowned for its seismic sleuthing and Nobel Prize-winning faculty. Less well-known is that Cal Tech is an architectural paradise. The entire school dates back to 1891 - 18 of the 50 buildings on the 128-acre campus were built before World War II. You'll love learning about the trenches built for military exercise and a multitude of other anomalies in the famed school's infrastructure.

There's a high-priced gem of a painting at the Norton Simon Museum, the Resurrection by the 15th Century Dutch painter, Dieric Bouts. It’s the most expensive painting in the entire collection, won at an auction to the tune of $4.2 million. Be sure to pay close attention to the exquisite and intricate detail of the painting. If you'd like to visit for free, show your valid student I.D. or plan your visit between 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. the first Friday of every month.

The Pacific Asia Museum is a bastion of historic and modern Asian art and culture. The museum is a spectacularly-designed structure in the "courtyard" style of the Imperial Palace, built in 1924 by Grace Nicholson, with many parts imported directly from China. It was subsequently donated to the City of Pasadena in 1943. After exploring the permanent and temporary exhibits, walk in the beautiful courtyard with the tranquil koi pond. Every second Sunday, the museum offers free admission.

Originally a commissioned retirement house of Cincinnati residents David and Mary Gamble of the Procter & Gamble fortune, The Gamble House is a Craftsman-style masterpiece built in 1908-09. This National Historic Landmark has a stunning interior, made with multiple grains of wood with eye-catching textures, colors and grains, as well as custom furniture built for the Gamble family. There are Japanese influences inside and outdoors, where multiple balconies and a beautiful garden await.

The Rose Bowl is world famous for its namesake Tournament of Roses football game, home of the UCLA Bruins football team, and its huge, monthly flea market. What you probably didn't know is that now you can see hidden gems throughout this historic venue with the Rose Bowl Stadium Tours. Explore the Rose Bowl Stadium, from the field to the press box, and learn everything about the site of Super Bowls, Olympic events, Men's and Women's FIFA World Cup finals, and NCAA BCS Championship Games.

Many have come to associate palm trees with Southern California living, but the Palm Garden at The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens remains relatively unknown. Here, you'll walk in the presence of over 200 species of palms, one of the largest collections on public display in California. Some, such as the Chilean Wine Palm, are endangered, but thrive in the microclimate specifically envisioned by Mr. Huntington in the early 20th century.

What originally began as the center of the "Athens of the West," the stomping grounds of intellectuals such as Upton Sinclair, Albert Einstein and Bobby Fischer, is now a designated Historic District known as Old Pasadena. The district is a thriving center of retail, dining and much more. Best of all, you can Go Metro and get discounts to various shops and restaurants in Old Pasadena.

Located within the bustling Old Pasadena district are local treasures such as the Armory Center for the Arts, an interactive learning center and gallery that offers innovative approaches to creating, exploring and presenting the visual arts to youths of all ages and adults. The Armory presents contemporary art exhibitions and performances, as well as offer studio art classes and educational outreach programs to schools and the community.

Located in the Pasadena Playhouse District, the Boston Court Performing Arts Center is a unique, artist-driven performing arts center dedicated to showcasing edgy, challenging theatre. Boston Court is a great venue for experiencing vibrant plays, musicals and multimedia. A wide range of repertoire is produced at Boston Court, providing a theatre-going experience you won't soon forget.

Located in Brookside Park, the Kidspace Children's Museum provides 2.2 acres of outdoor learning environments that are designed to encourage children to discover the excitement of learning while engaging in creative play. Children can unleash an earthquake, feed giant bugs, craft art through nature, and climb raindrops 40 feet in the air.