Things to do in Old Town Temecula

Old Town Temecula combines the region’s storied past and its exciting up-and-coming future in a unique blend of shops, restaurants, hotels, entertainment, and event opportunities in one walkable, easy-to-navigate hub for visitors to explore.

Take a step back in time as you walk the wooden boardwalks past rustic western-era buildings, antique shops, and specialty boutiques featuring Temecula-made artisan goods, or explore the most up-to-date trends including sampling pints at craft breweries, attending outdoor festivals, grabbing a bite of local, farm-to-table dining, or dancing to live music at bars and unique outdoor venues.

History buffs can wander the streets of Old Town Temecula viewing rustic buildings, sidewalks, and storefronts reminiscent of our historic golden west in the 1880s. Old Town Temecula has it all.

Old Town F.A.Q.s

What are the Points of Interests in Old Town Temecula?

Temecula Valley Museum (Moreno Rd/Mercedes St)
Sam Hicks Monument Park (Moreno Rd/Mercedes St)
Farmers Market, Saturdays (Sixth St)
Civic Center (Mercedes St)
Town Square Park (Main St)
The Merc Concert House (Main St)
Old Town Community Theater (Main St)
Pennypickle’s Workshop, Temecula Children’s Museum (Main St)
Old Town Bridge (Main St)
Old Town Creek Walk (at bridge)
The Jail (Main St, at end of alley)

Which buildings are historic in Old Town Temecula?

The Bank, Old Town Front St/Main St – 1914
The Welty Building, Old Town Front St/Main St – 1890’s (Now Temecula Olive Oil Co)
The Burnham Store, Main St – 1890’s (Now The Merc)
The Hotel Temecula, Main St – 1891
The Palomar Inn Hotel – 1927
The Machado Store, Old Town Front St/Main St – 1909 (Now 1909 Restaurant)
The Knott House, Old Town Front St/Fifth St – 1913 (Now Small Barn)
Mother’s Café, Old Town Front St/Third St – 1927 (Now Swing Inn Café)

Is there public art in Old Town Temecula?

Old Town Arches (north and south end entry)
Temecula History Mural (6th St)
Emigrant Trail Mosaic (Civic Center Building)
Pechanga Basket Fountain (Main St)
Art Galleries: Civic Center Hallway, Temecula Valley Museum Entry, The Merc

Where can I park in Old Town Temecula?

Parking is available curbside throughout Old Town. All public parking is free. There are a few paid lots available from private businesses. Free public lots are located at: