city of pasadena city hall

AGRA1000

I love 2 things most about this building: 1- the recent restoration is exquisite. I am so glad it is still being used as originally intended. What you won't see is the impressive neoprene rollers it sits on to save it from earthquake damage. Installing them under a historic structure was a real challenge. Also, the lighting at night really enhances the decoration. Be sure to see it after dark. 2- it is a great example of a civic structure for a small town that began with great aspirations and a highly cultured early population. There is a perfection of scale and monumentality, a reluctance to overreach, and an expression of elegant humility that I never get tired of.

Jerald_Froschauer

The historic architecture was great. It took a little while to navigate to the offices I was looking for but worth the "stroll".

Walter_SCHINDL

Strolling around the Pasadena civic center on a “winter-afternoon” may show some of what made the City of Angels famous just 70/60 years ago. Palms and blooming trees amidst “old world” bell towers and a monumental City Hall inspired by Palladio and Papal Rome.The white façade glowing in the afternoon sun and some slightly snow covered mountains in the background and everything so clean. One feels an urban spirit and a lot of citizen pride here. Virtues, for me still felt in Pasaden more than anywhere else in the L.A. area. Leaving the picture perfect backdrop behind and walking down Union Street turned out a nice contrast to – for me – slightly disappointing “Paseo Colorado”.On a sunny, winter-afternoons “Old Pasadena” is one of the better little urban walks you can take in L.A.

msa23_2000

Drive up and take a picture in the front. If you want to park (parking is a nightmare around City Hall) and go inside the courtyard is also beautiful. I suggest just driving getting the iconic shot and moving on unless you see a parking spot.

343randyc

The city of Pasadena is proud of their city hall and the have a right to,it is such a pretty place that their is always a wedding going on their in from showing off the Copper top.

msla_drsonny

Beautiful architectural piece but try to find help. Good luckTook me half hour to be told I had to go elsewhere for services.

kamop2014

We visited it in June. Walked around, went into the yard. Very beautiful both from from yard and backyard. The dome resembles White House and earlier, the St Paul's Cathedral in London, as well as some other buildings in Spain and Italy. The buildings or flora around it are also impressive.

TerrywHamilton

The Pasadena City Hall is unique. You may find that it is similar to the Beverly Hills City Hall. The City Hall has long been a favorite shooting location for filmmakers. The interior courtyard has a lovely fountain and lush landscaping.

Skwiki

We have stopped by here on our last 3 visits . It really is a unique looking building for the area . I feel like I have been plunked down in Europe for a moment , it looks like it would fit right in with buildings in Rome . It's just off Colorado Blvd and on our visits there has been no problem finding street parking right in front .

RalphL660

Probably the best city hall I've ever seen. Thought we were in Europe viewing some classic buildings. It is beautifully lit at night.

jeepplover2000

The City of Pasadena City Hall is very pretty from the outside and some amazing pictures were taken while visiting. It is a nice spot to stop at.

GermaicanSpice

In my opinion, Pasadena, California has the best City Hall. It's absolutely gorgeous and was spruced up a few years ago. It's located right by the courthouse and the building is beautiful! There's also a nice patio garden inside, definitely worth seeing. Right now, there's of course also a lit up Christmas tree for all to enjoy. I've seen many city halls, but I think Pasadena by far has the nicest looking one!!!

WendyCob

Admittedly this is not the most practical building for conducting business but it is a beautiful historic palace with an inner courtyard and garden with a huge central fountain. You have seen it in many movies and TV shows and is well worth strolling through.

sheribain

Easy walk from downtown Pasadena and lots of shops to visit along the way. Its a beautiful place to take photos. Free to the public.

760kathy117

The architecture and center of government is beautiful and open for business. The several centers combined make a neighborhood of civil buildings. Evening walks are allowed and photographers are welcome.