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We’ve anticipated many of your campus tour questions and tried to answer them. If you have additional questions, please contact us tour@ucr.edu.

 

General Questions

  • Do I need a parking permit?

    Yes, permits are always required when parking in any UCR lot. The good news is that parking is complimentary if you reserve your tour/visit ahead of time, available in Lot 1. Please check in at the Lot 1 kiosk to pick up your pass. However, if for any reason you need to purchase a parking permit, an all-day pass ranges from $9–13 and paid parking is available in Lots 6 and 24. 

    Tip: We recommend entering UCR Lot 1 in Google Maps when driving to campus. 

  • Where should I stay?

    There are many hotels near campus. Some hotels offer a discounted UCR rate if you request it. UCR is not affiliated or responsible for any third-party accommodations you arrange with the hotels listed. 

  • Does UCR have an overnight stay program?

    No, not at this time.

  • What should I wear?

    Wear comfortable walking shoes. Dress for weather and temperature variations. Pants and closed-toe shoes are required for BCOE lab tours. 

  • What is the best day to visit?

    With a beautiful campus like ours, any day is the best day! If you want the full campus experience, plan your visit for when classes are in session. But if you're looking for less hustle and bustle, plan it for the off season (midterms/finals and summer quarter).

  • Does UCR have an open house?

    Yes. Highlander Day happens every year in the spring, typically on a weekend in April and May. You'll have opportunities to connect with friendly faculty and students, take a tour, and discover academic, wellness, and career resources. 

    For other admission happenings, visit UC Riverside Events. To attend campus events that are open to the public, visit Events.

  • When are you open?

    The Campus Tours Office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., excluding all national holidays. We are also open on select Saturdays during special events such as Discover Day and Highlander Day

  • Are there restaurants or places to eat on campus?

    Yes, the Highlander Union Building (HUB) Plaza Dining includes a full range of delicious options, including Chronic Tacos, Hibachi-San, The Habit, and Panda Express. If you need a coffee fix, stop by Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (HUB), Ivan's (Hinderaker Hall), Bytes (Winston Chung Hall), Emerbee's (between MRB and MSE), or Starbucks (Market at Glen Mor).

    UCR also has campus food trucks, Scotty's convenience stores, residential dining, and the signature Barn dining and entertainment venue.

    Visit dining.ucr.edu to explore all options.

Reserving Your Tour

  • Are reservations required for tours?

    Yes. You must make a reservation in advance. This allows our staff to properly prepare for your tour. After making your reservation, you’ll receive a confirmation email with details about your visit. During spring and fall quarters, space is limited — we suggest reserving early.

  • When are tours offered?

    Group tours for High School and Community College groups will be offered at a very limited capacity for the remainder of the 2022 academic school year.

  • How do I change or cancel my tour?

    You can cancel and schedule a new tour online using the link in your confirmation email. DO NOT schedule another tour until you cancel your first tour. Doing so creates a duplicate tour reservation. Thank you for letting us know. Canceling your tour allows us to open up space for other visitors.

  • I can’t make any of the tour times. How can I see the campus?

    We have lots of ways to explore UCR!

  • Are tours cancelled if it rains?

    No. Tours happen rain or shine! Please prepare for the weather accordingly. 

  • Do you offer tours in any language other than English?

    We sometimes have staff Campus Tour Guides who speak multiple languages, but that can change every quarter. Please call our office at (951) 827-8687 to inquire about the availability of your specific language. We also invite you to bring your own interpreter. Our Campus Tour Guide can customize the tour to allow time for your interpreter to translate for you throughout the tour.

  • Are tours wheelchair accessible?

    Yes. Every tour option has an ADA route, making it wheelchair accessible. If needed, please request an ADA route in the "special accommodations" section of your reservation, so our office can plan accordingly.

  • Is there a fee for the tour?

    No! UCR tours are free. We gladly welcome you to visit our campus and meet with our students, staff, and faculty. 

  • What is an "Individuals/Families” visitor type?

    Our Prospective Student/Family Tours is for individual students and up to four (4) guests, such as parents, guardians, siblings, relatives. Register for a general campus tour or an information session. Complete a separate tour reservation for each prospective student to ensure they each receive a tour packet.

    (Groups of 10 or more prospective students can make one reservation for all students and will be taken on a Group Tour.)

  • Are children allowed on tours?

    Yes. Children are allowed on tours. However, if a child requires the use of a stroller, please notify our staff ahead of time so we can adjust the tour route accordingly. 

 

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