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San Fernando

California, United States · North America

About San Fernando

San Fernando works well as a base: 10 minutes from North Hills, 17km from Mulholland Drive.

San Fernando is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 24,931, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, San Fernando sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add San Fernando to your route.

About San Fernando

López Adobe, located at 1100 Pico Street in San Fernando, California, is one of the two oldest private residences in the San Fernando Valley. Built in 1882 by early settlers of the San Fernando Valley a short distance from the San Fernando Mission, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971. The

Read more Grand-Reopening of the property occurred on March 22, 2015, and is now open for public tours once every 4th Sunday of every month from 12-4 P.M.

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What are the best things to do in San Fernando?

San Fernando offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is San Fernando located?

San Fernando is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 34.2820 latitude, -118.4390 longitude.

What is the population of San Fernando?

San Fernando has a population of approximately 24,931 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
24,931
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
34.2820, -118.4390

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Ambulance
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Fire
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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from San Fernando

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Nethercutt Collection

Lavish free museum showcasing meticulously restored antique and classic cars alongside mechanical musical instruments.

4 km · about 5 min drive

famous road

Mulholland Drive

Winding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Universal Studios Hollywood

The original Universal theme park and working film studio offering studio tours and movie-based attractions.

18 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Hollywood Sign

Iconic 14-metre-tall white lettering on Mount Lee in the Santa Monica Mountains, the universal symbol of the entertainment industry.

20 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Six Flags Magic Mountain

Thrill capital of the world near Los Angeles boasting more roller coasters than any other park on the planet.

22 km · about 25 min drive

museum

The Getty Center

A hilltop campus by Richard Meier with world-class European paintings, sculptures, and panoramic views of Los Angeles.

23 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Tail o' the Pup

A 17-foot hot dog stand shaped like a hot dog in a bun, built in 1946, dismantled in 2005 and painstakingly restored to a new West Hollywood site in 2022. A landmark of Californian programmatic architecture.

23 km · about 25 min drive

museum

Petersen Automotive Museum

LA's premier car museum with a striking stainless-steel facade, showcasing the artistry and cultural impact of the automobile.

25 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near San Fernando

  • 17 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views
  • 31 kmRoute 66 - Santa Monica EndThe 'End of the Trail' sign on Santa Monica Pier marks Route 66's symbolic Pacific terminus, 2,448 miles from Chicago, beside the pier's vintage carousel and Ferris wheel.

Nearby Destinations

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11 km awayPop. 60,000

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13 km awayPop. 15,316

Reseda

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13 km awayPop. 65,000

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