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A day, a weekend, your Fontana.

Flexible suggestions; confirm opening days and admission before traveling.

An afternoon in the Forge District.

Start around Sierra Avenue and the downtown arts district. The historic theater formerly called Center Stage is now Stage Red; check its current programme before planning a performance visit. The city’s Forge District initiative is changing this part of town, so confirm access and parking for your destination.

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Take your time along Foothill.

Foothill Boulevard offers a route through local shops and kitchens across Fontana. Pick a few specific stops from the directory instead of expecting a compact pedestrian district. Traffic and distances vary; compare the street addresses and use designated parking for each business.

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Art first, nature next.

The Art Depot Gallery and Fontana Art Association offer cultural starting points downtown. Mary Vagle Nature Center provides a different setting near the Jurupa Hills in south Fontana. Check each venue’s hours and trail access, and consult the forecast and regional air report before outdoor activity.

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Hours and availability change, so check with each place before you go.

Choose a local meal

Start the day at one of these local restaurants.

Mexican restaurant

TAQUERIA VIVA VILLA - Fontana, CA

Mexican restaurant · 15092 Slover Ave

Taqueria Viva Villa serves Mexican cuisine, including tacos, burritos, and homemade dishes inspired by traditional family recipes. The restaurant offers meals prepared with fresh ingredients and a welcoming dining…

Add a cultural stop

Pair your meal with a museum or cultural visit. Check the map before choosing a route; these stops are not necessarily walkable from each other.

Nature preserve

Mary Vagle Nature Center

Nature preserve · 11501 Cypress Ave E

A south Fontana nature destination near the Jurupa Hills, with trail information available through the city. Check access, heat and air conditions before an outdoor visit.

Art gallery

Art Depot Gallery

Art gallery · 16822 Spring St

The Art Depot Gallery is located in Fontana, California, and serves as the headquarters for Fontana Arts, the City of Fontana's Cultural Arts program. The gallery was originally built as a freight train depot in 1915…

Leave time for a local shop

Save a shop for a second stop or another afternoon.

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