A Day in Torrance

If you have limited time to stay in Torrance, California, fret not! The dose of entertainment here doesn't bank upon the number of days you spend in the city. The city with its attractions will always meet your expectations and soon can become one of your favorites. Just read out the below-shared 24-hour itinerary and say bye to your monotony forever.



8:00 am: Scrumptious start at The Depot
Let's start off your journey with a scrumptious breakfast at The Depot. If you are a multi-cuisine lover, then we have a right place to recommend you in the town, and that is, The Depot. People prefer to call it a place that belongs to Chef Michael Shafer altogether as he is the main driving force behind it. Hence, Chef Michael Shafer is revered as the shadow of The Depot who acts as an unparalleled shed for its passers-by who are sauntering in the hunt of cuisines of their choices. It is not at all an easy task to gratify people coming from diverse backgrounds, but it is by no means a challenging task for Chef Michael Shafer to perform and excel in it. Be it Austrian, Mexican, German, American, pan-Asian, or Scandinavian, Chef Michael Shafer knows how to treat people with the authentic taste and flavors without making them compromise with the standards of quality. With Chef Michael Shafer, the culinary scene of the city has also elevated in recent years and people from worldwide acknowledge it.

Address: 1250 Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501, United States
Phone: 1 310.787.7501
Website: www.depotrestaurant.com

9:30 am: Tour to Torrance Historical Society and Museum
Our next destination would be Torrance Historical Society and Museum which opened its doors for visitors in 1979. If you are really lured by the historical facts of Torrance and eager to go off the deep end, then the Torrance Historical Society and Museum becomes the must-visit spot for you. Its permanent as well changing exhibits are educative enough to make you acquainted with Torrance's history, development and evolution by the course of time. The museum is also indulged into promoting and propagating historical research in the city. It is also engaged into collecting, acquiring, preserving, and conserving photographs, records, oral history, data, and the associated documents based on the history of Torrance. The main focus of the museum is to promote the history of the city through its Plaque Program which has been acknowledged and recognized on at international front for more than 20 years. The museum also conducts a memorial service on every Memorial Day to commemorate sacrifice of U.S. military personnel.

Address: 1345 Post Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501, United States
Phone: 1 310.328.5392
Website: www.torrancehistoricalsociety.org/index.html
Distance and time from The Depot: 0.2 mile or 5 minutes drive

11:00 am: Glimpse of aircraft
Let's head for Western Museum of Flight which is revered as an unparalleled milestone in the domain of education. It is dedicated to preserve and display aircraft artifacts and history belonging to aviation heritage of Southern California. The museum allows its visitors to catch a glimpse of airplanes and build a profound understanding of aviation history. Through its educational programs, the museum also educates its visitors on aircraft restoration projects. Myriads of Warbirds, aircrew accessories, piston, aircraft, jet aircraft engines, aircraft ejection seats, target drones, aircraft components, and World War II instruments together make the splendid collection of the Western Museum of Flight. North American F-86 Sabre Jet, Grumman F-14A "Tomcat", British Aerospace Harrier T.4 Jump Jet, Northrop YF-17 "Cobra" (Prototype #1), Douglas A-4A Skyhawk, Northrop F-5A "Freedom Fighter", 1883 Montgomery Glider (replica), Radioplane RP-5A Target Drone, Northrop Radioplane RP-71 Falconer, SD-l Target Drone, Radioplane RP-76 Target Drone, Northrop Company's flying demonstrator S-1 Sierra (Sue), and many more are amongst its jaw-dropping aircraft and exhibits.

Address: 3315 Airport Drive, Torrance, CA 90505, United States
Phone: 1 310.326.9544
Website: www.wmof.com/index.html
Operation Hours: Tuesday-Sunday (10:00 am-3:00 pm); remains closed on Mondays
Distance and time from Torrance Historical Society: 4.3 miles or 11 minutes drive

12:30 pm: Journey to Madrona Marsh Preserve
It's time to make a move to Madrona Marsh Preserve which is Los Angeles County's one of the last vestiges of vernal freshwater marshes. Back dune, vernal pool, coastal prairie, vernal marsh area, and alkali margin together make micro-habitats nestling at Madrona Marsh. These habitats allow its visitors to get engaged with the breathtaking native plant species. The Madrona Marsh Preserve has been designated as a 'Significant Ecological Area' due to its irreplaceable biological resources, support to threatened and precious species, corridors promoting species movement, promotion of component species' sustainable populations, and linkages. Hence, the Madrona Marsh preserves the physical and genetic diversity of the County. This is achieved by establishing biological resource areas. The Preserve also provides the shelter and food to the migration birds nestling on the Pacific Flyway. Its wildlife corridors establish gene-flow between isolated populations so as to curb inbreeding and related genetic problems for wildlife. The Preserve also provides shelter for small mammals, insects, frogs, spiders, and reptiles.
   
Address: 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance, California 90503, United States
Phone: 1 310.782.3989
Website: www.friendsofmadronamarsh.com/index.shtml
Operation Hours: Tuesday-Sunday (10:00 am-5:00 pm); remains closed on Mondays
Distance and time from Western Museum of Flight: 2.8 miles or 7 minutes drive

2:00 pm: Stub your hunger pangs  
There is no doubt about that Indian culture and food has been acknowledged and appreciated worldwide, and the unstoppable success of Kabab Curry Cuisine of India is the testament of Indian food's popularity. If you are planning holidays to Torrance, then you can be lucky enough to sink your teeth in Indian delicacies. Kabab Curry Cuisine of India has incredibly left everybody behind with its impeccable services and of course, delectable Indian cuisines. Kabab Curry Cuisine of India has excelled in treating its guests with its modern transformation of age-old traditional recipes and tastes that have always gratified people's bellies in an unprecedented way. The passage of time somehow engulfed those classic recipes, but with Kabab Curry Cuisine of India, they are back to life and ready to make you drool over them. Rice and biryani, chicken dishes, lamb and goat dishes, beef dishes, seafood dishes, vegetarian dishes, tandoori breads, desserts, and many more delicacies are ready to satiate you.
    
Address: 25332 Crenshaw Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90505, United States
Phone: 1 310.539.0171
Website: www.kababcurrytorrance.com
Operation Hours: Opens daily (11:00 am-10:00 pm)
Distance and time from Madrona Marsh Preserve: 3.2 miles or 8 minutes drive

3:30 pm: Visit to Torrance Art Museum
Let's come along to Torrance Art Museum which is engaged into encouraging and roping in people so as to accentuate their understanding of contemporary artwork. The museum strives achieving its mission through its educational and information-rich exhibitions lectures, artists talks, symposia, and other educational programs conducting in its gallery spaces. The museum is an incredible place to get acquainted with Southern California's contemporary artistic expression. It is also dedicated to bridging the gap between various disciplines of sciences & humanities and visual arts. THE GILDLESS AGE, THINGS THAT GET IN OUR WAY, FINAL MAS ATTACK, SOUTH BAY FOCUS 2016, and many more are amongst its most-appreciated exhibitions. The museum is also appreciated for its storytelling and creative artwork at its Children’s Art Wing. The Arts Education Partnership Program Grant support and organizes its Stories in Art.

Address: 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, CA 90503, United States
Phone: 1 310.618.6388
Website: www.torranceartmuseum.com
Operation Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (11:00 am-5:00 pm)
Distance and time from Kabab Curry Cuisine of India: 4.1 miles or 10 minutes drive

5:00 pm: Toyota USA Automobile Museum deserves your time
Let's step inside Toyota USA Automobile Museum. It's been more than 55 years, and the glory of Toyota USA Automobile Museum is believed to be unparalleled. Its splendid collection of vintage vehicles makes this place breathtaking offering an unprecedented visual treat. It also educates its visitors on what impact Toyota has on the United States. You can also get acquainted with the inspirational and intriguing history of Toyota. It is also famed as the only Toyota Museum nestling outside Japan. 1959 Toyopet Crown Custom 4-door Sedan, 1965 Land Cruiser FJ45V Wagon, 1966 Corona, 1966 Stout 2-Wheel Drive Pick-up Truck, 1967 2000GT 2-door Coupe, 1969 Corolla, 1971 Celica St, 1982 Supra 3-door Lifback, 1989 Camry Le 4-door Sedan, 1990 Lexus LS 400 4-door Sedan, 2004 Scion xA, and 2004 Scion xB are amongst its most breathtaking collection of Toyota USA Automobile Museum. TMS Corporate Communications Department maintains and up keeps the collection at Toyota USA Automobile Museum.

Address: 19600 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501, United States
Phone: 1 310.468.8726
Website: www.toyotausamuseum.com/index.htm
Distance and time from Torrance Art Museum: 2.3 miles or 5 minutes drive

6:30 pm: Art is calling you
Next, move to California Museum of Fine Art which is revered as one of the most sought-after amalgamation of art museum and fine gallery. Be it nationally or internationally-acclaimed artists, the California Museum of Fine Art provides them with a platform to showcase their talents and sell their work. It is achieved through its hands-on demonstrations, lectures, and workshops. The California Museum of Fine Art is also engaged into conducting international cultural exchange programs and supporting art education. It also allows artists to accentuate their art education and skills. Realism without Borders at Fall Exhibition, Van Gogh Lecture by Dr. William Havlicek, Nikolay Blokhin Private Exhibit, and many more are amongst its most-thronged exhibitions. The California Museum of Fine Art also provides artists with an opportunity to share and propagate their visions with the visitors. So, if you call yourself an art junkie, then you must not miss out on visiting such enthralling setting.

Address: 1421 Marcelina Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501, United States
Phone: 1 323.908.8909
Website: www.californiamuseumoffineart.com
Distance and time from Toyota USA Automobile Museum: 1.3 miles or 4 minutes drive

8:00 pm: Dine with us
Is your stomach growling? Fret not! Do you drool for Japanese delicacies? If yes, then you should not pass by the doors of Torihei Yakitori Robata Dining as no other place in the town can gratify your temptation for Japanese food as it can. Besides luscious taste, Torihei Yakitori Robata Dining is famous amongst people for its diversity. Its menu is long enough to gratify a wide gamut of foodies with diverse taste and preferences. If you also hanker for beverages and always love coupling your food with your favorite drink, then Torihei Yakitori Robata Dining is a perfect setting for making your dining an unforgettable moment. The restaurant satiates its diners with its frosty drinks that are ample to make you go crazy for the place. Thus, Torihei Yakitori Robata Dining can boast of myriads of factors that can captivate people here for long and make them stop by here time and again. But, Torihei Yakitori Robata Dining doesn't need to brag about itself as the job is being done by its followers and fans who are already engaged in popularizing the place.
   
Address: 1757 W Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90501, United States
Phone: 1 310.781.9407
Website: www.m.mainstreethub.com/toriheiyakitorirobatadining
Operation Hours: Opens daily (5:30 pm-10:45 pm)
Distance and time from California Museum of Fine Art: 0.4 mile or 9 minutes drive

9:30 pm: Let the fun engulf you
It's time to get fun doubled. Nestling in Old Torrance, The Crest Sports Bar and Grill is revered as the most sought-after sports viewing room in the South Bay. Wherever you turn your heads to, you will see myriads of whopping TV screens flanking you. More than 50 HD screens are awaiting you to treat you with a unparalleled sports watching. At The Crest, you can cherish plenitude of unforgettable moments that will chase you till your homeland and make your nights sleepless in the hope coming back here. Be it NHL, UFC card, NBA, NFL, or MLB, you can catch the glimpse of every sports here. The Crest has something more for you than what you expect. Besides sports watching, it treats its visitors with scrumptious and juicy late-night snacks. Grab a bite to your favorite one and celebrate the winning of your favorite team. Be it burgers, sandwiches, or pizzas, you would fall for the taste and flavors you get here. These luscious delicacies make this place a perfect spot to stop by for after-dark meets and talks with your favorite pals. Don't forget to pop in here especially on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Live entertainment awaits you.

Address: 1625 Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501, United States
Phone: 1 310.320.9347
Website: www.starcarcentral.com/trumandesigns/crest
Operation Hours: Opens daily (11:00 am-2:00 am)
Distance and time from Torihei Yakitori Robata Dining: 0.3 mile or 6 minutes drive

11:00 pm: Let's not end the fun
It's not the time to say good bye. Do you believe in opening bottles and getting tipsy when it comes to night fun? If yes, then you should take your feet to Sports Harbour where the bar menu is long enough to handle. All you remember after getting back home is a tantalizing night enjoying every sip of your favorite frosty beverage. Its wide menu is ample to spin your head but to arouse your age-old thirst. Whatever you select from the menu, we assure you its only going to surprise you and gratify your thirst. Sports Harbour also supplies you with humongous dose of entertainment. The place is dotted with myriads of games and sports options to get engaged with. At Sports Harbour, you can shed all your worries and give yourself a time full of fun, thrill and excitement. You would hardly want to go back to your monotonous life after experiencing the night life of Sports Harbour, but fret not, the place is very much there for you. You can visit it time and again and keep the fun in your pockets.

Address: 5150 West 190th St, Torrance, CA 90503, United States
Phone: 1 424.383.1286
Website: www.thesportsharbour.com/index.html
Operation Hours: Opens daily (11:00 am-2:00 am)
Distance and time from The Crest Sports Bar and Grill: 4.8 mile or 13 minutes drive

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