Local Attractions & Points of Interest
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Home to the Angels baseball team and the Anaheim Ducks, Anaheim has a lot to offer, including “the Happiest Place on Earth,” Disneyland.
Looking to soak in the Southern California weather? Head to Oak Canyon Nature Center for easy hiking paths and some time away from large crowds. Not too far from Disneyland is the Anaheim Garden Walk that offers shopping, dining, and live music.
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Anaheim
Home to the Angels baseball team and the Anaheim Ducks, Anaheim has a lot to offer, including “the Happiest Place on Earth,” Disneyland.
Looking to soak in the Southern California weather? Head to Oak Canyon Nature Center for easy hiking paths and some time away from large crowds. Not too far from Disneyland is the Anaheim Garden Walk that offers shopping, dining, and live music.
Visit this beautiful coastal city for a relaxing walk along the harbor, whale and dolphin watching cruises, fine dining, and shopping.
During the Spring, the city hosts the Newport Beach International Film Festival, the Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race, and the Toshiba Classic. Summertime brings the Balboa Island Parade. In the Winter, the city lights up with the annual Christmas Boat Parade and the Corona del Mar Christmas Walk.
For the full package of world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment, explore the stores of Fashion Island.
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Newport Beach
100 Civic Center DrVisit this beautiful coastal city for a relaxing walk along the harbor, whale and dolphin watching cruises, fine dining, and shopping.
During the Spring, the city hosts the Newport Beach International Film Festival, the Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race, and the Toshiba Classic. Summertime brings the Balboa Island Parade. In the Winter, the city lights up with the annual Christmas Boat Parade and the Corona del Mar Christmas Walk.
For the full package of world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment, explore the stores of Fashion Island.
Spend a day in Dana Point to visit Doheny State Beach and Salt Creek Beach, take part in whale watching excursions, and dive into the various monthly activities organized at Dana Point Harbor.
While shopping, dining, and boating and fishing activities are available year-round, each month hosts special events that are sure to elevate your vacation. From the Festival to Whales in March to the Boat Parade of Lights in December, Dana Point Harbor provides unforgettable experiences in all seasons.
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Dana Point
Spend a day in Dana Point to visit Doheny State Beach and Salt Creek Beach, take part in whale watching excursions, and dive into the various monthly activities organized at Dana Point Harbor.
While shopping, dining, and boating and fishing activities are available year-round, each month hosts special events that are sure to elevate your vacation. From the Festival to Whales in March to the Boat Parade of Lights in December, Dana Point Harbor provides unforgettable experiences in all seasons.
Nicknamed Surf City USA, Huntington Beach offers amazing restaurants, spas & wellness, shopping, and a pier with a view of the sparkling ocean.
Looking for some fun in the sun?
Take surfing lessons, play a game of beach volleyball, try your hand at kayaking and paddle boarding, or go biking along the glimmering beach.
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Huntington Beach
Nicknamed Surf City USA, Huntington Beach offers amazing restaurants, spas & wellness, shopping, and a pier with a view of the sparkling ocean.
Looking for some fun in the sun?
Take surfing lessons, play a game of beach volleyball, try your hand at kayaking and paddle boarding, or go biking along the glimmering beach.
Beaches
Spiaggia Statale di Doheny
Spiaggia di Salt Creek
Ritz Cove DrPorto di Dana Point
Crystal Cove State Park
8471 North Coast HighwayHuntington Beach
Shopping
Located north of Downtown San Diego, Carlsbad Premium Outlets feature a collection of 80 stores and 10 dining options.
The layout of this outdoor shopping center will allow you to enjoy the warm Southern California weather while shopping from your favorite fine brands.
For a detailed directory, visit the Carlsbad Premium Outlets website at https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/carlsbad/stores?type=stores&id=2
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Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo Del NorteLocated north of Downtown San Diego, Carlsbad Premium Outlets feature a collection of 80 stores and 10 dining options.
The layout of this outdoor shopping center will allow you to enjoy the warm Southern California weather while shopping from your favorite fine brands.
For a detailed directory, visit the Carlsbad Premium Outlets website at https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/carlsbad/stores?type=stores&id=2
At the heart of Newport Beach is Fashion Island, a luxurious mall with 182 department stores and specialty boutiques and over 30 dining options.
The stores offered at Fashion Island range from high-end brands such as CHANEL, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton to affordable stores including Bath & Body Works, Pink, and Claire's Accessories.
For a full breakdown of the shopping and services offered at Fashion, view the mall directory at https://www.fashionisland.com/directory
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Newport Center/Fashion Island
401 Newport Center DrAt the heart of Newport Beach is Fashion Island, a luxurious mall with 182 department stores and specialty boutiques and over 30 dining options.
The stores offered at Fashion Island range from high-end brands such as CHANEL, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton to affordable stores including Bath & Body Works, Pink, and Claire's Accessories.
For a full breakdown of the shopping and services offered at Fashion, view the mall directory at https://www.fashionisland.com/directory
Want to take part in the Disneyland experience without paying for a ticket? Make your way down to the Downtown Disney District, an outdoor shopping center with dining and Disney-themed stores. Buy the snacks and goods sold within the park without spending a penny on park tickets.
The first hour will cost you a $10 parking fee, but with a $20 minimum purchase from any Downtown Disney location, you can enjoy an additional 3 hours of parking. Guests who dine at a table service restaurant within the shopping center will receive 5 hours of free parking. For more information on parking, please visit the Disneyland website at https://disneyland.disney.go.com/experience-updates/downtown-disney/#drawer-card-guestParkingEntrances
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Downtown Disney District
1580 Disneyland DrWant to take part in the Disneyland experience without paying for a ticket? Make your way down to the Downtown Disney District, an outdoor shopping center with dining and Disney-themed stores. Buy the snacks and goods sold within the park without spending a penny on park tickets.
The first hour will cost you a $10 parking fee, but with a $20 minimum purchase from any Downtown Disney location, you can enjoy an additional 3 hours of parking. Guests who dine at a table service restaurant within the shopping center will receive 5 hours of free parking. For more information on parking, please visit the Disneyland website at https://disneyland.disney.go.com/experience-updates/downtown-disney/#drawer-card-guestParkingEntrances
Entertainment
Knott's Berry Farm is a world-renowned theme park famous for its thrilling roller coasters, world-class rides, and lovable mascot, Snoopy the Beagle.
While you're there, don't forget to have a taste of their unique boysenberry flavored drinks, desserts, and snacks!
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Knott’s Berry Farm
8039 Beach BlvdKnott's Berry Farm is a world-renowned theme park famous for its thrilling roller coasters, world-class rides, and lovable mascot, Snoopy the Beagle.
While you're there, don't forget to have a taste of their unique boysenberry flavored drinks, desserts, and snacks!
Just an hour's drive away is the San Diego Zoo, home to 3,500 animals representing more than 650 species and an impressive botanical collection of over 700,000 plants.
The Elephant Odyssey, Australian Outback, Monkey Trails, and Polar Bear Plunge habitats provide wonder and excitement for all ages.
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Zoo di San Diego
2920 Zoo DrJust an hour's drive away is the San Diego Zoo, home to 3,500 animals representing more than 650 species and an impressive botanical collection of over 700,000 plants.
The Elephant Odyssey, Australian Outback, Monkey Trails, and Polar Bear Plunge habitats provide wonder and excitement for all ages.
Legoland is a wonderous theme park for those looking for a quick escape from reality.
The buildings, attractions, and rides are all themed around the famous LEGO bricks, and the entire theme park appears as if it is built out of LEGO bricks.
Legoland is perfect for families with younger children who can't handle the intense attractions of other theme parks.
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LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrLegoland is a wonderous theme park for those looking for a quick escape from reality.
The buildings, attractions, and rides are all themed around the famous LEGO bricks, and the entire theme park appears as if it is built out of LEGO bricks.
Legoland is perfect for families with younger children who can't handle the intense attractions of other theme parks.
Universal Studios Hollywood is a theme park and movie studio that allows its guests to experience thrilling rides and learn how their favorite movies are made.
Young children can enjoy the silly antics of the Minions from the Despicable Me franchise and guests of all ages can take part in The Studios Tour that escorts you through the sets of numerous television shows and movies. On a hot summer day, the Jurassic Park-themed water ride will cool you right down and let you come face to face with some of the most famous dinosaurs.
Don't forget to check out the Harry Potter-themed park that transports you away from the muggle world and into the magical Wizarding World!
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Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaUniversal Studios Hollywood is a theme park and movie studio that allows its guests to experience thrilling rides and learn how their favorite movies are made.
Young children can enjoy the silly antics of the Minions from the Despicable Me franchise and guests of all ages can take part in The Studios Tour that escorts you through the sets of numerous television shows and movies. On a hot summer day, the Jurassic Park-themed water ride will cool you right down and let you come face to face with some of the most famous dinosaurs.
Don't forget to check out the Harry Potter-themed park that transports you away from the muggle world and into the magical Wizarding World!
The Aquarium of the Pacific is a must-see for all ocean lovers! This public aquarium is situated on a 5-acre site on Rainbow Harbor and is home to over 11,000 animals representing about 500 different species. The aquarium is split into three sections: Southern California and Baja, the Tropical Pacific, and the Northern Pacific.
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Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium WayThe Aquarium of the Pacific is a must-see for all ocean lovers! This public aquarium is situated on a 5-acre site on Rainbow Harbor and is home to over 11,000 animals representing about 500 different species. The aquarium is split into three sections: Southern California and Baja, the Tropical Pacific, and the Northern Pacific.
The Queen Mary is a retired cruise liner that features a hotel, award-winning restaurants, event and wedding venues, and historical attractions. Take a tour of the Queen Mary to experience a slice of history.
During the night, the ocean liner comes to life as one of the most haunted locations in America. If you're a paranormal lover, take part in the night attractions, including the Tours at Night, Dining With the Spirits, Paranormal Investigations, and the Paranormal Ship Walk.
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RMS Queen Mary
1126 Queens HwyThe Queen Mary is a retired cruise liner that features a hotel, award-winning restaurants, event and wedding venues, and historical attractions. Take a tour of the Queen Mary to experience a slice of history.
During the night, the ocean liner comes to life as one of the most haunted locations in America. If you're a paranormal lover, take part in the night attractions, including the Tours at Night, Dining With the Spirits, Paranormal Investigations, and the Paranormal Ship Walk.
Calling all race fans!
Visit the Del Mar Racetrack from mid-July to early September or during the month of November to experience thoroughbred horse racing with stadium seating, trackside dining, and suites.
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Corse di Del Mar
2260 Jimmy Durante BlvdCalling all race fans!
Visit the Del Mar Racetrack from mid-July to early September or during the month of November to experience thoroughbred horse racing with stadium seating, trackside dining, and suites.
The Ocean Institute, located north of the main harbor, is an educational center with interactive fun for the whole family. To learn about in-depth Marine Science, Maritime History, and Outdoor Education Programs, take part in their marine and maritime history programs.
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Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor DrThe Ocean Institute, located north of the main harbor, is an educational center with interactive fun for the whole family. To learn about in-depth Marine Science, Maritime History, and Outdoor Education Programs, take part in their marine and maritime history programs.
Baseball fan or not, you are guaranteed to have a great time at the Angel Stadium. Not only can you watch the Angels play, but you can spend the day munching on hotdogs, nachos, popcorn, cotton candy, and ice cream!
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Angel Stadium di Anaheim
2000 E Gene Autry WayBaseball fan or not, you are guaranteed to have a great time at the Angel Stadium. Not only can you watch the Angels play, but you can spend the day munching on hotdogs, nachos, popcorn, cotton candy, and ice cream!
The original Disneyland Park is a staple attraction for anyone visiting Southern California. Enjoy the magical atmosphere, ride thrilling attractions, check out the boutiques and souvenir shops, munch on Disney-themed snacks, take pictures with your favorite characters, and finish off a perfect day by watching the firework show or the World of Color water show.
If the price for park tickets is out of your budget, please consider visiting Downtown Disney! (see under the "Shopping" tab of this guidebook)
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Parco Disneyland
1313 Disneyland DrThe original Disneyland Park is a staple attraction for anyone visiting Southern California. Enjoy the magical atmosphere, ride thrilling attractions, check out the boutiques and souvenir shops, munch on Disney-themed snacks, take pictures with your favorite characters, and finish off a perfect day by watching the firework show or the World of Color water show.
If the price for park tickets is out of your budget, please consider visiting Downtown Disney! (see under the "Shopping" tab of this guidebook)
Sightseeing
The Oak Canyon Nature Center is a beautiful natural park that covers an area of 58 acres. For our nature lovers and hikers, we recommend the four miles of hiking trails for a chance to run into native wildlife.
The John J. Collier Interpretive Center, located on-site, displays live animal and regional natural history exhibits.
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Oak Canyon Nature Center
6700 E Walnut Canyon RdThe Oak Canyon Nature Center is a beautiful natural park that covers an area of 58 acres. For our nature lovers and hikers, we recommend the four miles of hiking trails for a chance to run into native wildlife.
The John J. Collier Interpretive Center, located on-site, displays live animal and regional natural history exhibits.
The Mission San Juan Capistrano, also known as the Jewel of the Missions, is a former Spanish mission founded in 1776. Enjoy a tour of this historic site to walk the beautiful grounds and appreciate the architecture. The lush gardens attract butterflies and the famous Swallows birds.
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Missione di San Juan Capistrano
26801 Ortega HwyThe Mission San Juan Capistrano, also known as the Jewel of the Missions, is a former Spanish mission founded in 1776. Enjoy a tour of this historic site to walk the beautiful grounds and appreciate the architecture. The lush gardens attract butterflies and the famous Swallows birds.
A delightful island off the coast of Southern California that offers breathtaking natural beauty, thrilling activities, relaxing hotels, and never-ending adventure.
Visit the Catalina Express website (catalinaexpress.com) to book a ferry trip from Long Beach, San Pedro, or Dana Point OR the Catalina Flyer website (catalinainfo.com) to departure from Newport Beach.
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Santa Catalina Island
A delightful island off the coast of Southern California that offers breathtaking natural beauty, thrilling activities, relaxing hotels, and never-ending adventure.
Visit the Catalina Express website (catalinaexpress.com) to book a ferry trip from Long Beach, San Pedro, or Dana Point OR the Catalina Flyer website (catalinainfo.com) to departure from Newport Beach.
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The Orange County Farmers Markets are a must
Looking to try some fresh and local fruits and veggies? Head down to the OC Farmers' Markets, available from Tuesday to Sunday at various locations.
To see what farmers' markets are open, navigate to the Orange County Farm Bureau website or follow this link https://www.ocfarmbureau.org/shop-at-farmer-s-markets
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Nellie Gail Trails, Association Arenas, and Park
Guests must submit a wavier for use of the Nellie Gail Ranch Trails, Association Arenas, and Parks.
Please carefully review the information and fill out the wavier provided at this link https://nelliegailranch.org/trail-waiver/