
Pío Pico State Historic Park
Whittier, CA
Free; adobe tours by appt
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.5(232 Google reviews)
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AI summary of 5 Google reviews — not a first-hand visit. How we write these
A small state historic site reviewers describe as quiet: walking paths and an 1800s adobe, with only a few rooms open and the upstairs off limits. Reviewers contradict each other on picnic tables, and one says there is no playground, so do not count on either. Call ahead for a free ranger tour.
The last Mexican governor of California's adobe — the grounds are free; the interior is by guided appointment.
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6003 Pioneer Blvd, Whittier, CA 90606, USA
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What visitors say
- Anna Dominguez★★★★★
If you are looking for a beautiful setting to take in California history, this is it. The last Nexican governor of California lived on this Ranchito. We went on a Saturday and only saw 4 other people. Everyone was either silent or spoke in hushed voices. Its a sacred place, has a lot of artifacts from the Ranchito in it & carries an air like what you would experience at a California Mission. There are walking paths around the property. No playgrounds, swing sets, picnic tables or BBQs. Come and experience the beauty of our History from the 1800s.
3 months ago
- TheDoRanger★★★★★
Lovely little piece of history in the middle of Whittier. I highly recommend you call for a free guided tour with one of their super friendly rangers. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and taught us a lot about Pio Pico. One thing that stood out to me was how his lawyer stole this mansion from him due to Pico’s lack of English. Worth a stop if you’re in the area.
11 months ago
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