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City in California, United States
Photo: Photo by Bryan Hong (Brybry26), CC BY-SA 2.5 via Wikimedia Commons
Downey is a city of 111,000 in the Gateway Cities of Los Angeles.
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Historic Speedee McDonald's
This is the oldest standing McDonald's fast food store. A portion of the store is a museum. The original 60-foot-high sign is also still standing. Both are listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Karen and Richard Carpenter used to own these two apartment buildings across from each other.
Space museum with a Lego robotics lab.
The symphony presents three concerts each season and also performs a few wind instrument concerts in nearby Furman Park.
A luxury lounger with electric-powered recliners, cup holders, footrests with oversize, plush, comfortable seating.
6,212-yard, par-71 championship golf course plus a lighted driving range.
6360 yard, par 71 course with lighted practice range.
The long lines say it all. This family business has been booming and expanding. People would drive to Glendale from Downey before, but no longer, now they just wait in the line, smell and see all the goodies while they wait.
Outpost of a local chain offering self-serve frozen yogurt & toppings in a modern yet casual space
At one time was a venue for the local and nation punk scene.
Features 20 non-smoking King and Double Queen rooms. Free high-speed internet.
Free high-speed Internet. Complimentary continental breakfast. Pool.
Free Wi-Fi Internet, free continental breakfast. No pets allowed.
Offers a swimming pool, comfortable accommodations, and is walking distance to many local restaurants. Free Continental Breakfast.
Anchored by JCPenney, Kohl's, Macy's, Macy's Home Store, and Sears.
Major retailers include: Best Buy, Old Navy, Marshall's, Bally Total Fitness, Bed, Bath & Beyond, DSW Shoe Warehouse, PetSmart, Pier 1 Imports, Ross Dress for Less, Staples, and Verizon Wireless.
Promenade at Downey is a dynamic outdoor retail, dining and entertainment complex designed with an architectural nod to Downey's aerospace roots.
By plane
The closest airport to Downey is the Long Beach Airport (LGB) 8.5 miles south on Lakewood Boulevard.
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