First time taking the shuttle from Pasadena to the Hollywood Bowl (HB). The HB has a link on their…read morewebsite to purchase Shuttle or Park&Ride transportation tickets. The Los Angeles Philharmonic Assoc (LAPhil) operates the HB venue. I didn't know some events are sponsored by the LAPhil, others are rented out to outside agencies and have different methods to purchase concert and transportation tickets. I tried to get a transportation ticket for Arcadia Park, but it was not on the list. I called the Box Office and was told Arcadia and Rowland Heights are only available for LAPhil events. I am writing this review so others who live in the Eastern part of LA County will know Pasadena is the best option (when Arcadia or Rowland Heights is not available). The cost was $12.45 for a round-way ticket and includes the price of parking at the Pasadena structure. You must park on Level 3 or 4, walk down to Ramona Street and the HB bus will be waiting at the time designated on your ticket (4:30, 5:30 or 6PM). The bus was clean, it took about 45 minutes to arrive. The bus dropped us off in Lot B, and will take you back to Pasadena 20 minutes after the show ends. It was a good experience, the price was a good deal! NOTE: You can take a chance and buy a ticket the day of the event at the bus stop, but if it is full, you will have to drive all the way to the HB. Save yourself a headache and buy in advance! Sincerely, Rosemary

Leave the driving to someone else when you go to the Bowl.$6 round trip is such a deal. The…read morechartered buses are very comfortable with air conditioning . It is so nice to not have to deal with LA traffic. You must make reservations online prior to the event Oh No!!! Update... the bus broke down to the bowl , luckily we were on Cahuenga and walked down the block and trudged up the hill. We had a woman on the bus who was blind , hopefully they made arrangements for her to walk the 1/4 mile or so. Now my sister tells me last time the bus stopped 3 times due to issues but made it to the Bowl. Well I still enjoyed the ride.

Del Mar is a very nice subway stop on the Gold Line in the heart of Pasadena…read more It is outdoors, well maintained, nicely designed, clean and safe. Lots of restaurants around, within a few steps, a park and other attractions. Also, a great stop if you want to explore Old Town Pasadena and don't feel like driving. Very close to the convention center if you plan attending an event there. Convenient and more pleasant to use than other stops in LA's subway system!

One of the prettiest and safest metro stations in Los Angeles! There is public paid parking…read moreunderground. Historically, this stop was a train depot from the 1800s and the old train depot building still exists and now operates as an onsite restaurant.

This subway stop on the Gold Line is very close to Pasadena Playhouse, Vroman's, all Lake Ave…read more shops and restaurants, Pacific Asian Art Museum. It's a wonderful option! I liked that they have some security people around the night we used it. It's an outdoor stop, so on a cold night it's not ideal. But I'm glad it's there and didn't have to wait a long time for the train to come. Complaint? As other Yelpers mentioned, the line is constructed in the middle of the freeway so it's very noisy and a tar unnerving. But since the subway was constructed so late in the game in LA, what can you do?

If I could give this station zero stars, I would…read more The biggest issue with this station and its inconvenient location, is that it's become a thoroughfare for the homeless. There are shopping carts, people high out of their minds, pan handlers, people passed out on the sidewalks assaults, the smell of urine saturates the air, you name it, all taking place at this station. Absolutely do not recommend, especially if you are a woman or after dark. This platform is a dangerous one and Pasadena has done a horrible job maintaining it. Additionally, you'll sit on a platform waiting for your train in the middle of a freeway, dodging the occasional homeless person harassing you or begging you for money.

Memorial Park Gold Line Station is nice and convenient. Located beside Memorial Park of Pasadena…read morethis hub for LA Metro's L (Gold) Line is one I've taken more than a handful of times over the years. It's well kept and easy to access, has kiosks for purchasing and reloading physical TAP cards and a fair amount of benches/seating spaced out as well as trash cans/waste bins and signage to help guild you via maps, digital screens displaying arrival times for the East or West Bound side and some cool designs throughout making it feel very local. My big problem is over the past 10 years, even with improvements the West Bound side continues to experience a ridiculous number of delays and issues. Recently I saw 3 trains for the Eastbound side go by within the span of half an hour while waiting for the West, it was the worst deja vu because it happened in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2021 and now here again today. I have taken it Westbound with zero issue once. To top it off the train I was on had major issues, possibly do to another cart on the track, safety concern or something from the moment we took off. It kept at the slowest pace for three stations stops, eerily so and then came to a complete stop for several minutes where I saw another Eastbound train go by O.O - NO ANNOUNCEMENT whatsoever. I was running later than I wanted to for meeting up in Highland Park. It made me realize boarding here isn't the best, at least not for me. Eventually the train was moving and functioning normal the remainder I was on which was less than a minute as I was only going four stops, guuuuurl... Do better. Go Metro, but have an alternative or two.

Well lit, open and spacoius and accessiblefor those disabilities. This station is right next door…read moreto the Pasadena Senior Center and you can park st the center for a reasonable price. It's all self service. And the station is short walk away from numerpus eateries on Holly St, Raymond, Fair Oaks ave( my favorite is King Taco and Bone Kettle. Great comvenience that should be included at all Metro train staions are free timed restroom modules...this one has one. It's free and just south of the train staion and is accessible by your cell phone.

Current location of Yelp entry is off by 5 miles so didn't appear on my search when trying to…read morecheck-in. So inadvertently created this entry. This station is now part of the blue line (the A train), and connects all the way down to Long Beach without a transfer. It is located in a nice residential area, within easy walking distance to the high school.

One of my favorite's stops in LA! Outdoors, charming, with lush vegetation in old historic South…read morePasadena. It's like an old train station in Europe, with great buildings around, a small park, a historic museum, nice sculptures. It's wasy to figure out what platform to get on, your regular machines to tap and add value on your card. Nice benches to sit on (normal ones for a change!) and relax till your next train. We didn't mind that we missed a train, enjoyed hanging out, admiring the view. Shady spots and you can see Michael Myer's house from the original "Halloween" movie from there! An extra bonus for horror fans!

Kind of dirty compared to the rest of the train stops. I've tried out so far. A few homeless people…read morejust hang out here for For Fun to watch the trains go by.

(Parked 12/19/16 M @ 9:00am): Get in line for your fill at this golden station whether it be for…read moreparking or taking a ride! I found myself at the Fillmore Gold Line Station as the meeting point for a FREE bus shuttle ride for a recent event, the "YEE: San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino". This was my first time here and was absolutely unaware of this station. Finally, I began using the Metro on a regular basis, so I was very much a virgin of the many stops. Although I simply parked here this time, would this introduction somehow lead me back for more!?: Sandwiched between Raymond Ave. and the 110 S. Arroyo Parkway, vehicle entrance was available on Raymond Ave. only. The closest main throughfare was Fair Oaks Ave. a mere two blocks away. Along Raymond Ave. was the onsite Lovebirds Café & Bakery for a drink coffee, pastry, or smoothie fix, across the street was Jones Coffee Roasters for caffeine fiends, and Pie Life Pizza for a heartier meal...just to name a few. Across the tracks along the 110 S. Arroyo Parkway was Gotta Java for more caffeine addicts, My Vegan for some healthy fare, and Sushi Ichi for raw fish...also just to name a few. Hop on and explore eastward towards Azusa, or take it into Union Station in Downtown L.A. to continue towards East L.A. or transfer to either the Purple or Red (the Blue and Green Lines, respectively, connected from the Purple/Red Lines) Lines which took you to various parts around Los Angeles county https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=5-d384Roi4MwWvz1-URW9Q&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Service - Ummm...you pulled up to the ticket machine, selected either "public parking" or used your TAP card for "Metro", found a spot (there was another driveway arm on Levels 4-5 for Metro users that required a TAP card to pass through), either took the elevator or stairs to the ground floor, and off you went on your way. When you returned, you did the exact reverse. But in the case of non-Metro users, you paid before you exited the structure. Easy-peasy! Parking (Varied; $12.00 All-Day this instance) - This was a five-story structure where Levels 1-3 were for public parking (240 spaces; $12.00 maximum) and Levels 4-5 were for the Metro (160 spaces; FREE). Conveniently, there was an electronic sign that showed how many Metro parking spots were available. Sadly, I left my TAP card at home and was stuck with being charged. I noticed a nearby pay lot that "quoted $5.00" but unsure for how long. And, it appeared there may've been other parking options in the area. But I basically said "eff it" and bit the bullet. Lesson learned for the next time... Atmosphere, décor, ambience - A tall spacious metal covered structure with viewpoints from every level and plenty of both natural and electric lighting guided you through. The station itself was an above-ground track that ran between the backside of businesses, had covered waiting areas on the platform, and was in very close proximity to a couple places for a quick drink or snack. There were no TVs (except for schedule monitors) nor background music (the whiz of the train was rather melodic). Attire - Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by the Fillmore Gold Line Station with its relative proximity to a few places I frequented, as well as others I wouldn't mind trying. Its location was a healthy walking distance to the Huntington Memorial Hospital and other medical facilities, so this was an ideal spot for commuters who worked in the area. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $12.00; no tipping required). And, they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Southern Californians love their cars, a fact that will forever challenge any public transportation…read moresystem here being utilized to its full potential. The Gold Line is arguably the cleanest, and the train on which you're least likely to get tuberculosis of the rainbow lines. Weekday commuters use the train to get into LA, or to Inion station where the red line, for example, connects with Mid-Wilshire, etc. If you live or park near the Allen station (watch the neighborhood signs restricting parking without a permit, or park a block or two away where there are no signs) you can easily catch the train to Old Town Pasadena, the village area of South Pasadena, or go get some Mu Shu pork in Chinatown. Great for folks who don't mind walking a bit, or who like to have a few adult beverages and don't want to risk a DUI. All riders now must have a TAP card (purchase and reload at the kiosks) or a pass... No more paper tickets. While chances are you'll never have an incident on any public transportation vehicle, there are still the occasional weirdos, people with chronic coughs and poorly dressed wounds, the costume people, homeless folks in desperate need of a shower. There's that loud group of IDGAF teen gangstas from time to time. Essentially, many of the folks that are too strange for the DMV? They're going Metro! If you don't mind the adventure, it's actually an outstanding people watching venue. The Allen station is outdoors and you have to make sure you don't miss the trains when they pull up... They go farther forward on the platform than would seem convenient, so be prepared to run, or move to the end of the platform when you seethe train coming. Try waving at cars going by to pass the time.

I rarely use the Goldline but should it use more for convenience especially if I need to go to…read moredowntown and want to avoid traffic. This time I used it to go to Monrovia to get my car at the dealer. If was about a mile away so I also got my steps. One thing is to have small bills if you're paying cash. I only had a $20 and I got all dollar coins as change. At least you can use them in their machines.

Big stop in Sierra Madre, located outdoors, in parallel with the freeway, a tad noisy…read more Decent benches around and the screens worked well to give you the information you need-direction, time till next train, etc. There is an big underpass to help you get to the parking lot across and from there you can take an elevator to street level and make your way to Foothill. There were safety ambassadors around when we were ready to exit or upon entering the station, nice and helpful, made us feel better to have them around. Decent station if you head to Sierra Madre!

My boyfriend and I decided to go for a little adventure and took public transportation together…read more This location at the Sierra Madre Villa Station conveniently has a parking garage to store your car. The metro stop is located on the 4th floor if you want to strategically part there, or park on another floor and take the elevator to 4th. We had a few motivators since the 10 fwy is closed due to the fires, avoid that LA traffic and the cost of the Metro is cheaper than the parking at the LA Convention Center. The downside is some stinkiness and sketch characters. You will need a TAP card ($2) and each trip is $1.75/trip or $5/day cap or $18/week cap. It's definitely a good deal for someone who live in the area or travelers to get around without renting a car. We exited at the Pico Station and we were within walking distance of the LA Convention Center. It was pretty easy and convenient.

Generally this is the least stressful and most efficient way to get to the Hollywood Bowl. It's a…read morefraction of the cost of a rideshare or parking and it gets you there. Stars off because they have changed the dropoff location of the buses to a parking lot, instead of dropping you off right at the ticket windows. If you are disabled and can't do the walk from the parking lot, you will now need to wait for a golf cart to take you the rest of the way. No worries, they have the cart, but it's less convenient. The bus has a lot of passengers getting loud and obnoxious. Also, I did not appreciate driver Mohammed stumping for tips multiple times, including asking the passengers directly, waving around a tip jar and even posting his Venmo.

The very best way to get to the Bowl! No hassle, pay a few dollars, get on a very comfortable bus…read morethat drops you off at just the right place, and enjoy the performance. Couldn't be easier

Great way of transportation. Easy trip downtown or Santa Clarita. We love the free parking. Easy…read morepickup or drop the car a metro. Staff is friendly and willing to assist.

13 weeks ago a new so'called security person was hired. In 13 weeks she has followed me into the…read moreladie's room 4 times along with following me around the station whilst I wait for my train. She does nothing. She is supposed to open bathroom doors & insure they are safe & fully stocked. She does not. She is to insure that passengers get on & off busses & trains safely. She's never around where there is heavy foot traffic. She walks numerous times to her car for food thus eating while she walks around on duty. She makes & receives personal calls while on duty. She plays with her hair. Additionally she allows anyone to smoke & vape at the station but me. Sadly, I witnessed a drug deal 2 weeks ago. Where was she then? It's no longer safe there in the mornings since Boaz & Guzman relocated to uptown Burbank. Lastly, she wears her own clothing leading people to ask me questions because she doesn't look like security. She needs to be replaced.