We hope you’ll have a chance to enjoy Temecula while you’re in town. We’ve spent quite a bit of time exploring the area, and these are a few of our favorite places and stops we recommend checking out while you’re here.

You can’t come to Temecula without spending a little time in wine country. There are plenty of wineries to choose from, but these are a few of our personal favorites.

Akash Winery & Vineyard - This was the second Temecula Winery that we visited! We sat at the bar and talked with one of the winemakers, a very fun vibe! Akash has a modern, laid-back atmosphere, a great outdoor space, and beautiful vineyard views.

Peltzer Winery - This was another winery from our first to Temecula where we met up with friends and Michael really loved the wine slushie! Has more of a rustic and relaxed feel. It's a great place to grab a glass of wine, enjoy the property, and spend some time hanging out.

Maurice Car’rie Winery - If you make a stop at Maurice Car’rie, get some sourdough bread. Trust us on this one, we always stop for a loaf when we're in town.

Europa Village - This was the first winery that we ever visited in Temecula! It's a beautiful property, major Tuscan vibes.

We also recommend spending some time walking around Old Town Temecula. There are plenty of restaurants, bars, shops, and places to stop for a drink along the way.

Coin-Op Game Room One of the more fun stops in Old Town to stop for a few rounds of Skeeball and use the photo booth. Coin-Op has drinks, food, and a collection of classic arcade games.

If you’re making the trip to Southern California, you may want to come a little early or stay a few extra days.

Disneyland is only about an hour to an hour and a half from Temecula, depending on traffic, making it an easy addition to your trip before or after the wedding. Samantha, Michael & Jack visited Mickey in September 2024 and had an amazing time, be sure to check out the Haunted Mansion and let Jack know how it was!

And if Disney isn’t your thing, San Diego, Orange County, the beaches, and plenty more of Southern California are close enough to make the most of a few extra days.