Designated as one of “America’s Most Livable Communities,” the City of Riverside offers a highly educated and skilled work force, lower land and facility costs for businesses, reliable City-owned municipal utilities, exceptional quality of life, affordable housing, and ease of access to transportation. The City is a rapidly growing urban center with 296,842 residents, currently ranked as the 12th largest city in California and the sixth largest city in Southern California. Riverside is the largest city in, and is at the center of, the region known as the Inland Empire. With a population of over four million, the Inland Empire is ranked between Phoenix and Seattle as the 14th largest metropolitan statistical area in the United States by the U.S. Census Bureau, and is one of the fastest growing regions in the country. Rich in history and possessing a clear vision of the future, Riverside will continue to lead in the social and economic growth of the Inland Empire.
With a current student population of approximately 47,000, the City is home to four internationally recognized colleges and universities, including the prestigious University of California, Riverside. The City is located approximately 60 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles and is centrally placed within a short distance from the Coachella Valley, San Bernardino Mountains, Southern California beaches, and Ontario International Airport.
The City of Riverside is a focal point for tourism in the Inland Empire. The Riverside tourism industry is supported by the Riverside Convention Center and a variety of local hotels, such as the historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. An assortment of historical landmarks, performing arts centers, museums, shops, restaurants, and places of entertainment are available for visitors to explore. Besides the many permanent attractions available to visitors, Riverside is also host to many annual events.
The City’s Arts & Cultural Affairs Division has created several popular arts and entertainment activities, including the Downtown Farmers Market, held every Saturday, where shoppers can purchase fresh organic produce and beautiful flowers while enjoying chef demonstrations; and an expanded annual Festival of Lights with family-friendly activities and entertainment surrounded by the nation’s second largest holiday lighting display. The City of Riverside is truly defined by wonderful charm, history, commerce, and entertainment.
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