and Rembrandt at theNorton SimonMuseumto the Arts and Crafts–styleGamble House, a National HistoricalLandmark. Walking shoes are definitely in order at the 207-acre Huntington Library, ArtCollections, andBotan- icalGardens,which housesmore than four million items, including an originalGutenbergBible and ThomasGainsborough’s painting “TheBlueBoy.” In the evening, vis- itors can catch a play at the renowned Pasadena Playhouse, live comedy at the Ice House, or amusi- cal performance atBoston Court
Performing Arts Center.Pasadena’s year-round sunnyweather is ideal for a round of golf, a sporting event at theRoseBowl Stadium, or a hike through the scenic Arroyo Seco.
CONVENTION CENTER HIGHLIGHTS The Pasadena Convention & Visitors Bureau’s destination experts offer a variety of services to meeting plan- ners. In addition to no-cost site- selection assistance, the CVB can help with housing, transportation, spousal tours, promotional materials, and more.
Because of its commitment to responsible environmental practices, the Pasadena Convention Center has been awarded LEED Gold certification,making it one of the greenest convention centers in North America.
Nearby attractions—all within walk- ing distance of the convention cen- ter—include Old Pasadena, with 22 blocks of shops, restaurants, gal- leries, and nightclubs; the shops and
GETTING THERE: Eleven miles from downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena is easily accessible from Los Angeles International, Bur- bank, Long Beach, and Ontario airports. Shuttles, buses, and light rail take visitors anywhere in the city and into the greater Los Angeles area.
restaurants of Paseo Colorado; the Norton Simon Museum; the Pacific Asia Museum; and the Pasadena Museum of California Art.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS Hilton Pasadena Total meeting space: 28,524 square feet Largest meeting room: 7,600 square feet Total meeting rooms: 19 Guest rooms: 296
The Langham Huntington, Pasadena Total meeting space: 34,000 square feet Largest meeting room: 11,220 square feet Total meeting rooms: 18 Guest rooms: 380
Old Pasadena Courtyard by Marriott Total meeting space: 6,000 square feet Largest meeting room: 1,856 square feet Total meeting rooms: 9 Guest rooms: 314
Sheraton Pasadena Hotel Total meeting space: 12,000 square feet Largest meeting room: 5,054 square feet Total meeting rooms: 14 Guest rooms: 311
TheWestin Pasadena Total meeting space: 26,000 square feet Largest meeting room: 5,058 square feet Total meeting rooms: 29 Guest rooms: 350