Pasadena City Hall is a civic landmark at 100 North Garfield Avenue, completed in 1927. Architects John Bakewell and Arthur Brown drew on Italian Renaissance influences for its arcades, courtyard and prominent dome.
It is a rewarding architecture stop during a walking visit to central Pasadena. Spend time viewing the exterior and, when public access permits, the courtyard rather than treating the building as a museum with guaranteed interior access. City business, events and access restrictions can affect a visit. Check official city information before arranging a tour, photography session or event.