Hemet

Many of Temecula’s most interesting sights are within easy reach of Hemet, so it is a popular place to stay or visit on a day trip. Two of the most interesting places to explore are the fabulous Valley Wide Regional Park and the fantastic Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre. Two other interesting attractions that are within a short distance of Hemet are the Western Science Center and the Diamond Valley Lake Marina.

Savvy travelers in Hemet, looking for something a little out of the ordinary, will love the nearby cultural attractions. In particular, you should make sure you check out the Orange Empire Railroad Museum in Riverside.

Get active in nature while you are in the area. Relax and enjoy the fresh air. Put on your hiking shoes and explore the well-used natural parks for which this area is so renowned, such as the San Jacinto Peak in Palm Springs.

Take a break from the tourist trail and indulge in a game of golf at the Oak Valley Golf Club in Beaumont and the East Valley Golf Club.

If you are ready to splash some cash, visit the Desert Hills Premium Outlets in Cabazon.

There are several great activities for child free travellers here, including Ponte Winery, the Wilson Creek Winery and the Van Roekel Winery.

Nearby Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium, Lake Elsinore is the perfect place to catch a game of baseball, and to see local legends, the Lake Elsinore Storm, in all their glory. On weekends the area around the stadium becomes a sea of red, black and white, as local baseball lovers gather to get behind their home-grown heroes.

When it’s time to slow down after a day spent exploring the charming streets of Hemet, check in to one of the area's many bed-and-breakfast, hotel and short-stay apartment options. Make reservations for the South Coast Winery Resort and Spa, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Banning, or the Hampton Inn & Suites Banning-Beaumont.