If you're an art or architecture lover, the Gamble House is a must stop ""attraction"" in So Cal. The open hours are very few and far between...but just wandering the property when they're closed can be an awe-inspiring experience. Just standing at the front door with the beautiful stained glass side panels is worth a visit. Any admirer of the Arts & Crafts movement would appreciate this house. From the way the roof is constructed to the amazing design and construction of the inside staircase...it's just wonderful. Just the beauty of the materials is amazing...let alone the actual construction of the house. These days, I think the University of Southern California administers the property and the tour hours. If you've got a lazy day off...check it out.
Pros: architectural beauty
Cons: limited open hours
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