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Visitor Guide

Explore Orange County

From world-famous attractions to beautiful beaches, incredible food and coastal adventures, make the most of your time in Southern California.

Planning a Disneyland day? Disneyland requires park reservations, so book ahead. Please check each attraction's official website for current hours and admission.

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Family Fun

Theme Parks & Family Fun

World-famous parks and lively gathering places, many just minutes from Anaheim.

Anaheim

Disneyland Park

The original Disney park, full of classic attractions, parades and nostalgia. Park reservations are required.

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Anaheim

Disney California Adventure Park

Disneyland's sister park, celebrating the spirit of California with thrill rides and evening spectaculars.

Official website
Buena Park

Knott's Berry Farm

A historic Southern California theme park known for roller coasters, Old West charm and its famous boysenberries.

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Buena Park

Knott's Soak City

A summer water park beside Knott's Berry Farm, with slides, wave pools and lazy rivers for warm June days.

Anaheim

Anaheim Packing House

A beautifully restored 1919 citrus packing house turned food hall, buzzing with local eateries.

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Beaches

Beaches & Coastal Adventures

Golden sand, legendary surf and the open Pacific: a coastline Cretans will feel at home on.

Newport Beach

Newport Beach

The quintessential Orange County seaside, with harbors, piers, boardwalks and wide beaches.

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Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach

Known as "Surf City USA," with miles of sand, bonfire rings and a relaxed beach-town spirit.

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Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach

Hidden coves, dramatic bluffs and tide pools along one of California's most beautiful stretches of coast.

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Newport Beach

The Wedge

A world-renowned surf break famous for its towering waves, thrilling to watch from the sand.

Newport Beach

Balboa Island Fun Zone

A classic waterfront boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, arcades and harbor views.

Newport Coast

Crystal Cove

Coastal hiking trails, historic beach cottages and pristine shoreline.

Newport Beach & Long Beach

Whale Watching

Head out on the Pacific in search of whales and dolphins along the Southern California coast.

Newport Beach & Long Beach

Boat Tours

Harbor cruises reveal waterfront homes, sea lions and sweeping coastal views.

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Nature

Nature & Outdoor Activities

Wetlands, gardens and quiet green escapes for a slower Southern California day.

Huntington Beach

Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve

A coastal wetland sanctuary with easy walking trails and remarkable birdlife.

Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach Pier

One of the longest public piers on the West Coast, perfect for a sunset stroll above the surf.

Long Beach

El Dorado Nature Center

A peaceful urban nature preserve with lakes, streams and shaded trails.

Corona del Mar

Sherman Library & Gardens

A lush botanical garden and historical library, rich with seasonal color.

Long Beach

Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden

A tranquil Japanese garden with koi pond, bridges and contemplative pathways.

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Shopping

Shopping, Dining & Entertainment

From open-air promenades to iconic shopping destinations and food halls.

Anaheim

Downtown Disney District

An outdoor promenade of restaurants, shops and entertainment beside the Disneyland Resort.

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Orange

The Outlets at Orange

An open-air outlet center with brand-name stores, dining and entertainment.

Costa Mesa

South Coast Plaza

One of the nation's most celebrated luxury shopping destinations.

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Newport Beach

Fashion Island

Ocean-view open-air shopping and dining set among palms and fountains.

Irvine

Irvine Spectrum

A vibrant outdoor center for shopping, dining and its landmark giant wheel.

Anaheim

Anaheim Packing House

A lively food hall in a historic citrus packing house, ideal for a group meal.

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Culture

Culture & Local Discoveries

Museums, history, art and gardens across Orange County and Long Beach.

Long Beach

Aquarium of the Pacific

Thousands of ocean creatures from across the Pacific in immersive exhibits.

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Long Beach

The Queen Mary

A legendary 1930s ocean liner, now permanently docked and open for exploring.

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Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach Art District

A vibrant artists' community of galleries, studios and seaside inspiration.

Fullerton

Fullerton Botanical Garden

A serene garden showcasing diverse plant collections from around the world.

Yorba Linda

Nixon Library & Museum

The presidential library and birthplace of Richard Nixon, with engaging historic exhibits.

Official website
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Further

Explore a Little Further

Extend your trip to Los Angeles icons and Southern California wine country.

Los Angeles

Hollywood

The Walk of Fame, historic theaters and the iconic hillside sign.

Los Angeles County

Beverly Hills

Rodeo Drive, palm-lined boulevards and timeless Southern California glamour.

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Universal City

Universal Studios Hollywood

A working film studio and theme park with rides and behind-the-scenes tours.

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Temecula Valley

Temecula Wine Region

Rolling vineyards and tasting rooms in Southern California wine country.

Official website

Orange County at a glance

Anaheim sits at the heart of Orange County, with beaches, gardens and Long Beach all within the region. For more ideas, visit visitanaheim.org.