Visitor’s Information
See for Yourself
There’s no better way to get a feel for what UC Riverside is all about than to take a Campus Tour with a UCR student as your guide. Get and up-close look at the beautiful campus and its new, state-of-the-art facilities and learn about our history –- and our future –- as your student guide tells you all about life here.
Tours
Prospective and newly admitted students and their families can reserve a 50-minute walking tour of the campus throughout the year. Your tour will include a visit to a library, one lecture hall, the learning center, student store, and the new Commons — all routed along a student's walking path to class. Reservations are required for all tours, as space is limited.
Reserve a Tour
- Reserve a prospective student tour online or call Campus Tours at (951) 827-4531
- Cancel or reschedule a previously scheduled tour
Group Tours
Tours for groups of ten or more include a guided, 50-minute walking tour, admission/college life presentation and arrangements for lunch on campus. Please download the form and fax to (951) 827- 4532; Attn. Alex Ruiz. Allow 3-4 business days for confirmation.
Accommodations
Visiting from out of town? The City of Riverside has compiled the information you need to make hotel reservations, find out airport information and get restaurant tips.
Directions to UC Riverside
The university address is 900 University Ave, Riverside, CA. 92507. UC Riverside is located off the 60/215 freeway at University Avenue. There is a parking fee of $5 for pre-scheduled tour guests ($8 for all other visitors).
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City of Riverside
The City of Riverside is an exciting, diverse, urban center with a population of 270,000. It’s the largest city in one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. With its beautiful, historic downtown — anchored by the world famous Mission Inn Hotel — it is a multi-cultural hub of arts and culture. Find out about things to do, the city's thriving arts community, places to shop and eat, and more!
