The Gamble House

Docent was well spoken and very knowledgeable. The tour was very informative. I have visited several times over the years and have learned something new each visit. It is a charming place and a must-see for any aspiring architect, interior designer, landscaper or art and crafts era enthusiasts. Or equally enjoyable if you are just after a nice walk. I'll no doubt be back again soon.

Was drawn to the place due to its connection to Back to the Future. How tremendous to see Doc Brown's mansion! The architecture is fascinating. The tour was really great. The guide was well versed and had some great stories. Got to see almost the entire house. Check in at the garage/gift shop next door, wait in line for the bathroom, and head on over to the patio to wait for the tour. Came here Sunday afternoon early March 2026. Tour groups I think are 12 in size. I booked in advance day of (like 2-3 hours prior). Parking was pretty easy right in front. Not a ton of parking but seemed to be sufficient for the relatively small tour groups. Place is in great shape with lots of original furniture and materials.

Beautiful house I would live in! Very nice inside and out. Look for free tour days

Gorgeous piece of Craftsman architecture. The docents are very knowledgeable and will make any tour you take smooth and informational.

Pasadena is unsurpassed in Craftsman architecture. There is nowhere else in the world where you will find blocks of perfectly restored Craftsman homes. I lived in Pasadena for four years a couple of decades ago and when in town I still come upon Craftsman-lined streets I'm unfamiliar with. One of the finest examples and the only Craftsman where you can see the interior (you can also check out open houses) is the Greene & Greene designed Gamble House, once owned by U.S.C., but now the property of Pasadena. This tour is worthy of your time, even on a short vacation, and is to the Craftsman style what the Stahl House is to modernism. If you have a week in L.A., consider booking both. Much of the furniture is original; the ceiling lamps, cabinets and kitchen all stunning period art. Afterwards, I would recommend walking the streets in almost any direction, but particularly behind and east of the Gamble, where you will find a Frank Lloyd Wright, more Greene & Greenes and one of the most attractive neighborhoods imaginable for strolling.

This is an iconic place where Dr. Emmett Brown lived in 1955 in the first part of the Back to the Future trilogy! Of course, the house itself has architectural and historical significance, but for me, as a Back to the Future fan, it’s a chance to touch my favorite sci-fi story. For all fans like me, this place is a must-visit — you’ll experience emotions that can’t be put into words!

We were in Glendale visiting friends and drove over to see the Gamble House in Pasadena. We knew it was closed on Mondays but we're leaving town to drive back to Palm Springs. We will need to come back soon on a day they are opened. I can't wait to see it again on a tour.

This National Historic Landmark built in 1908 has amazing articitecture and is also the location for Doc Brown's house in "Back to the Future". A must see if in thr area.