Page 46 - DreamScapes Magazine | Winter 2024/2025

Going
GOCAL
Offering culture, charm and
easy access, Greater Ontario
is your gateway to adventures
in Southern California
BY JESSICA HURAS
DID YOU KNOW?
For a true old-school steakhouse
experience, visit the Sycamore Inn on
Route 66. Established in 1921 on a his-
toric stagecoach stop, the restaurant
that now occupies the space is known
for its prime rib and crab cakes.
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calmer alternative to the hustle of LAX,
With its international airport offering a
it’s easy to think of Greater Ontario—
known as GOCAL to the locals—as a
stopover on the way to a Southern California adven-
ture. But for those who take the time to explore,
GOCAL reveals itself as a vibrant and artistic city,
blessed with top-tier museums and entertainment
options for all ages and budgets. Combine that with
its rich history and comfortable hotels, and you’ve got
a destination that’s well worth a visit, whether it’s a
stop on a California road trip or a getaway all its own.
Drive or Walk Back in Time
Make a pit stop at Route 66 Historic Cucamonga
Service Station, one of only a few original buildings on
the famed Route 66. Built in 1915, the station, restored
to its 1930s appearance, has a cheerful yellow exterior
perfect for a Grammable road trip pic, and it houses a
small Route 66 museum. History buffs won’t want to
miss a self-guided walking tour of the City of Ontario.
Admire the handsome Art Deco façade of the Citizens
National Bank on Euclid Avenue, and then check out
the nearby “Ontario Through the Years” mural in
Ontario Town Square for a look of visionaries and
events from bygone days.
Woodworking, World-class Art and Wonder
Have a passion for interior design? A visit to the Sam
and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Crafts is a
must. Designed by the famous woodworker Sam
Maloof in the ’50s, Maloof’s former home showcases
his handcrafted furniture and his private collection of
California modern art. Delve deeper in California’s
remarkable art scene at the Chaffey Community
Museum of Art, which presents works by acclaimed
local artists across a range of media and rotating
themed exhibitions. Or see the creative arts in action
at the Lewis Family Playhouse. From comedy shows to
live music, this 560-seat theatre hosts family-friendly
performances that are sure to captivate audiences of
all ages.
Unwind in Style
As the night descends, it’s time for a sleepover. Perhaps
you’ll book a stay at Element Ontario, a Marriott
property located near Ontario International Airport, or
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport, equipped
with a heated outdoor pool and neat apartment-styled
rooms with microwaves and mini-fridges.
Hilton fans may also want to consider the brand’s
newest property, Sanctity Hotel Rancho Cucamonga,
Tapestry Collection by Hilton, opening this month.
Inspired by the five elements of nature, this serene
property features rooms decorated in calming neutral
tones as well as the only rooftop bar in Rancho
Cucamonga.
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TRAVEL PLANNER
For more travel information about GOCAL,
visit GO-CAL.org
PHOTOS: GREATER ONTARIO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU. OPPOSITE: NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER | VISIT MYRTLE BEACH | MOPOP | VISIT LAUDERDALE