Things to do in Orange County

Fun things to do in Orange County!

There is something for everyone in Orange County, California! It doesn’t matter if you are single, have a significant other or kids, you will definitely have your a great selection of options. Everyone knows about Disneyland, but let’s not forget about the other amazing places to visit for family fun! There is so much fun stuff to do in Orange County!

Fun fact: Orange County is the second most populated county in the state, second only to San Francisco County.

Pirate's Cove Beach | Newport Beach

Enjoy clear beautiful water, sea caves, towering rock formations and fun in the sun! This little gem of a beach is just located right next to Big Corona Beach in Corona del Mar at the corner of Ocean Blvd. and Heliotrope Ave.

Location | 3001 Ocean Blvd Corona Del Mar, CA 92625, USA

Treasure Island Beach & Park

South of the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach you can find our beloved Treasure Island Beach! Take a bike ride, go for a walk or a jog along the cliff walk pathway that extends just in front of the beautiful Montage Hotel. Treasure Island Park is a 7-acre oceanfront public park with access to the beach.

Great Park Balloon and Carousel in Irvine

Take a hot air balloon ride with friends in family in the beautiful city of Irvine! Enjoy a 360° view and 40 miles out on a clear day. This hot air balloon is environmentally safe and can hold up to 30 passengers. There is no age or height restriction and is also wheelchair accessible.

Victoria Beach

Victoria Beach is the home of the famous Pirate Tower of Laguna Beach as well as the famous tide pool that you see all over social media taken by drone. Enjoy a beautiful walk along the beach, a picnic or even schedule an unforgettable family photo session, this beach is definitely a spot to visit!

Newport Beach Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

It not only sounds amazing to go whale and dolphin watching, but the experience is even better! Enjoy a beautiful boat ride along the Newport Coast in search for beautiful sea creatures that sometimes come close enough to say hello!

Balboa Island

Balboa Island is a man-made island neighborhood in Newport Beach with three artificial islands, Balboa Island, Little Balboa Island, and Collins Isle. You can reach the island by driving, biking, walking or taking the ferry. Enjoy a selection of restaurants, great shopping and even a spa treatment. According to Visit Newport Beach, in 1908 and 1909, with permission of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, Williams S. Collins moved his small dredge to the eastern part of the Newport bay, a mud flat called “Snipe Island,” and begin cutting a channel along the north side of the bay across from the Pavilion, pilling the sand and silt up on the mud flat and thus Balboa Island was born.

Balboa Fun Zone

Location | 600 E Bay Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA

A family friendly destination located in the Balboa Peninsula of Newport beach. A great place for all ages! Enjoy the rides, arcade games and Ferris Wheel and carrousel!

Newport Beach Dinner Cruise

What better way to spend time with friends or family than on a luxury yacht while enjoying a delicious dinner with a view! The cruise is 2.5 hours and cruises along Newport Beach. We highly recommend the Hornblower Dinner Cruise.

Newport Electric Duffy Boat Rentals

Be your own captain while enjoying an intimate time with family or friends on an electric duffy boat cruising along Newport Beach. Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, reunions or any celebration to just enjoy a night out on the harbor!

Fashion Island

If you love shopping, then Fashion Island is the place to be. Enjoy a beautiful outdoor shopping plaza in Newport Beach with high end retailers and delicious restaurants. After some retail therapy enjoy a family friendly movie theatre with your loved ones.

South Coast Plaza

South Coast Plaza is the largest shopping center on the West Coast with more than 250 extraordinary boutiques and delicious restaurants.

Adventure City in Anaheim

Location | 1238 S Beach Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92804, USA

If you have children or are babysitting some family members, then look no further, enjoy an amazing amusement park without the long lines and the hefty price! Adventure City is a great place to enjoy some family fun. It also has a Starbucks to energize for the adults and a few places to snack or eat at. You can also bring your own food and picnic outside of the theme park on their picnic tables. All you need is to get stamped and return at your convenience. This is also a wonderful place for a kids birthday party!

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