Soak Up the Creative Vibes

Start the morning right

Take a sip in the heart of the city at Cozzi Café. Start your day at this local neighborhood coffeehouse and also get a feel for the oldest part of Torrance.

Look into the Past

Since you are already in old town, from here, you can start your visit with a historical view of Torrance. The Torrance Historical Society has a charming museum featuring local history and items from one of the city’s most famous residents, Louis Zamperini. His bombardier jacket and military uniform are on display. If you are here on the 4^th Sunday of the month, the historical society hosts walking tours of historic downtown for a deeper view of the city’s past.

Picture this

Not far from old town are a number of historical buildings, including the famous Torrance High School. If you are a film buff, you will recognize this iconic location from a number of TV shows and movies including She’s All That and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. You can even take a film tour of Torrance to a number of film locations including Buffy’s house.

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Local Art

Destination Art should definitely be on the itinerary for those with an artistic side. Here, you can discover local artists and even drop in for a number of classes or gallery events.

Historic Eatery

To continue on the historical theme, stop by The depot for a bite in a unique setting. This restaurant is located at the end of old town Torrance in a historic train station for L.A.’s Red Car Line.

Take off

Take to the skies at the Western Museum of Flight which displays artifacts from aircraft history and restoration projects. The impressive collection of aviation history will have you flying!

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Taste a Brew

No trip to Torrance is complete without stopping at one of 12 craft breweries. Named for the famous red car line, Red Car Brewery & Restaurant is the perfect place to end a great day with delicious food and wide selection of beers.

Good Morning

Wake up to the sweet smell of decadent pastries at 85 Degrees for breakfast. The café has an endless selection of pastries and drinks to brighten up your morning.

Chinese Art

Walk across the street for an unforgettable experience at the Chen Art Gallery. This free display offers private tours of more than 1,000 artifacts and art pieces. You will be in awe at the collections in the 15 exhibition rooms. Don’t forget to make a reservation!

Slurp Some Ramen

After all of that art, your stomach will delight in a big bowl of ramen. The soothing broth and smooth noodles are to die for. Torrance is becoming a hot spot for these bowls of goodness. Try a few of our favorites.

Time for TAM

The Torrance Art Museum, aka the TAM, houses modern and contemporary artwork from SoCal through galleries, educational programs and lectures. Take some time exploring the exhibits to appreciate even more art.

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Art Comes to Life

Across the courtyard and through the Japanese garden, you will find the Torrance Cultural Arts Center. Take a look at upcoming events and for an evening you can enjoy a musical, dance or theater performance. With a variety of shows throughout the year, you’ll find something to match your drumbeat.