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UCR ➡️ LOS ANGELES
UCR ➡️ LOS ANGELES
Utilize your free RTA bus pass and 50% discount Metrolink fare to explore the amazing destinations Southern California has to offer. Students can purchase the $5.00 Weekend Day Pass ( $10.00 general fare). We will be taking RTA Route 1 from UCR Bannockburn Village to the Downtown Riverside Metrolink Train Station and take the IE / Perris Valley line to the LA Union Station. See our itinerary below and sign up to join us for a full-day trip to the following destinations. We encourage everyone to bring friends to experience Los Angeles and see just how easy it is to use public transit in Southern California.
Schedule Breakdown
Schedule Breakdown
We will meet at UCR Bannockburn Village at 8:15 AM to take the RTA Route 1 at 8:20 AM.
When our group arrives at the Vine Mobility Hub, we will walk across the street to the Downtown Riverside Metrolink Station at 8:40 AM.
We will board the IE / Perris Valley train at 8:50 AM. Keep in mind, we will have a short window to purchase tickets at the kiosk.
We recommend purchasing your Student Day Pass on the Metrolink mobile app. It's convenient and safer to keep it on hand rather than the physical ticket. We will be using this ticket to also take transit connections ( rail lines, subways, etc.) to our destinations.
We will arrive at the LA Union Station at 10:20 AM.
Our group will be going to the LA Natural History Museum.
We will take the LA Metro A Line West to Little Tokyo/Arts District.
Transfer to the Metro E Line West to Expo Park/USC.
From there, we walk across the street to the Natural History Museum.
The Festival of Books will be at the USC Expo Park. The festival is right next to the museum!
**Everyone is welcome to explore at their own discretion. You are responsible for yourself at all times and for your return home.
Going back to LA Union Station from Expo Park/USC
Take Metro E Line East (towards East LA) to Little Tokyo.
Transfer to Metro A Line North (towards Pomona) back to the LA Union Station.
Students will have the option to leave the LA Union Station at either 3:25 PM or 7:20 PM on the IE/Perris Valley line.
Our group is leaving at 3:25 PM to return to Downtown Riverside.
Meet us at the Starbucks inside the LA Union Station at 3:00 PM. From there, we will walk to the train track.
We will return to Downtown Riverside at 4:50 PM to take the RTA Route 1 bus back to UCR and arrive at 5:30 PM.
If you do not travel with us...
If you do not travel with us...
The last train to leave the station is at 7:20 PM. If you miss the train, you will need to take the San Bernardino line at 7:38 PM or 9:38 PM to the Downtown San Bernardino station. From there, you will need to take an Uber or Lyft back to campus. You are responsible for yourself at all times, and you will not receive any reimbursement for your expenses.
Natural History Muesum
Natural History Muesum
Purchase your admission tickets here.
If you plan to go to the Butterfly Pavilion:
$10 per person. General Admission is also required.
Reservation required.
Please note that tickets are for 30-minute time slots. We will likely arrive at the museum at 11 AM. We recommend making a reservation for 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM.
Little Tokyo
Little Tokyo
Little Tokyo is now 1 of 3 remaining historic Japantowns left in the nation, currently 140 years old, the 2nd oldest neighborhood in Los Angeles, and one of only 14 designated CA Cultural Districts. You can explore the Japanese American National Museum, wander through the Japanese Village Plaza, and enjoy a variety of Japanese cuisine from ramen to sushi.
Festival of Books
Festival of Books
The L.A. Times Festival of Books, hosted by the University of Southern California, is the largest literary and cultural celebration of its kind in the country. Set against the scenic backdrop of USC’s University Park campus, engage in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor events for all ages, including author interviews and panels, book signings, exhibitor booths, food and cooking demos and more! Whether you’re passionate about fiction, non-fiction, poetry, or children’s books, the festival has something for everyone. -USC Website
*PLEASE READ *
*PLEASE READ *
By choosing to take public transportation, you are responsible for following all transit rules and regulations and for behaving responsibly while traveling with others. You acknowledge that you are accountable for yourself at all times and you are responsible for ensuring your return to and from your destination. Additionally, you understand that various transportation options have been provided for you to take at your own discretion and will not receive any reimbursement for your expenses to return home.
Other Places of Interest in Downtown Los Angeles
Other Places of Interest in Downtown Los Angeles
The Last Bookstore
The Last Bookstore
Book & record store offering new & used items in a multilevel space adorned with local art.
Angels Flight Railway
Angels Flight Railway
World's shortest railway, built in 1901, with 2 funicular cars that travel on a 298ft incline.
Grand Central Market
Grand Central Market
Emporium hosting food vendors & florists, plus game nights, movies & other events
LA Museum of Contemporary Art
LA Museum of Contemporary Art
The only artist-founded museum in Los Angeles.
The MOCA has a diverse history of groundbreaking, historically significant exhibitions.
The Bradbury Building
The Bradbury Building
An iconicbuilding with a Victorian center court, wrought-iron stairs & birdcage elevators.
Philippe
Philippe
The Original
The Original
Historic deli serving up signature French dip sandwiches & other comfort food
LA Arts District
LA Arts District
Please email faithm@ucr.edu for any questions or concerns. Subscribe to our mailing list for future public transit field trips here.
Please email faithm@ucr.edu for any questions or concerns. Subscribe to our mailing list for future public transit field trips here.
TAPS coordinates public transit field trips to promote subsidized alternative transportation to encourage everyone at UCR to travel sustainably, learn how to navigate public transit, and explore beyond campus.
If you are UCR-affiliated, whether it be a club, student organization, department, etc., we want to host with you!
We create itineraries that are accessible within a reasonable time to destinations in the Riverside community and throughout Southern California. This can be a trip related to your organization, interests, team bonding, general student engagement, or a learning experience beyond the classroom.
Contact
Faith McClure
Mobility Program Coordinator
Transportation Services | University of California, Riverside
faithm@ucr.edu | (951) 827 - 1470
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