The Haggin Museum, an art and history museum often referred to by Sunset magazine as "one of the undersung gems of California," showcases a remarkable collection of 19th-century art, including works by Albert Bierstadt, Rosa Bonheur, William-Adolphe Bouguereau, and J.C. Leyendecker, along with other American and European artists. The museum also highlights local and regional history through its exhibits and hosts traveling art and history exhibitions.

The Miracle Mile is a perennial local favorite featuring shopping, dining, entertainment, and arts in a pedestrian-friendly district. With specialty shops and boutiques, outdoor cafes, bistros, coffeehouses, fine dining, and a vibrant nightlife, there’s always something for neighbors and visitors alike.

Oudayas Kasbah near Rabat's nedina has kept its old cannons placed on a bastion. Its massive gate is entirely carved, while its blue and white walls give it a Mediterranean atmosphere. Cobbled streets lead to the El Atiqa Mosque, the oldest in the city, and on to the old semaphore platform. The view from here, or the terrace of the neighbouring Café Maure, is splendid: Rabat, nearby Salé and Bouregreg river meeting the ocean. The Oudayas Palace, further on up, which now houses the National Museum, has conserved its markedly simple and balanced original decor. The Andalusian Gardens below are a heaven of peace full of fruit trees, rose-laurels and cascades of bougainvilleas.

This is a beautiful way to learn about the natural history of Hawaii. The guides will walk you through the gardens, the plants, and all the movies and shows that have been filmed there.