Garden Grove

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Crystal Cove State Park which includes a garden and a house
Crystal Cove State Park showing landscape views, a beach and signage
Crystal Cove State Park showing signage and art
Crystal Cove State Park which includes a park
Garden Grove which includes a city and a house

Visit the extraordinary Crystal Cathedral, which houses one of the world’s largest musical instruments. See a show at the theater and explore the museum.

Garden Grove is a small city in Orange County that is home to the Crystal Cathedral, possibly the largest glass building in the world. Admire this innovative structure, watch a performance in one of the city’s theaters and enjoy local cuisine at a restaurant on Harbor Boulevard. The city is also famous for hosting the annual Strawberry Festival, which celebrates the area’s agricultural roots.

Make your way to the Crystal Cathedral, a glass structure designed by Philip Johnson and built in 1981. Move around the building to observe changes in the reflective exterior that resembles a giant mirror. Walk around the church’s spacious interior and enjoy the view of the sky through the glass. Marvel at the Hazel Wright Memorial Organ, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Its intricate design includes more than 16,000 pipes.

Head to the Stanley Ranch Museum to learn about some of the oldest buildings in the area, dating back to the 1800s.

Visit the restaurants and shops along Harbor Boulevard. The city is renowned for its Vietnamese and Mexican cuisine. Sit down, relax and enjoy tostadas and a fruity margarita.

Attend May’s annual Strawberry Festival. Ride Ferris wheels and roller coasters and taste local produce in celebration of the city’s agricultural prominence. Watch the festival parade and see marching bands, floats and local celebrities.

Garden Grove is 6 miles (10 kilometers) south of Anaheim and 29 miles (47 kilometers) southeast of Los Angeles. Reach the area by bus from either city or get there faster by driving or taking a taxi.

Orange County’s beautiful beaches are just a short distance from Garden Grove. Take the 15-minute drive to Huntington Beach and relax on the sand or surf the waves. The affluent town of Newport Beach is an additional 15-minute drive south. Disneyland® Resort and Knott’s Berry Farm are also nearby.

Where to stay in Garden Grove

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Koreatown

Located on Garden Grove Boulevard between Beach Boulevard and Brookhurst Street, this area is often called Little Seoul or the Korean Business District. Discover authentic Korean cuisine and vibrant culture in the heart of Orange County, California.

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Rustic Lane

When in Rustic Lane, you can plan a visit to Adventure City and Disney California Adventure® Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County

4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is CA $174 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
CA $174
CA $235 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,312 reviews)
"Great hotel.comfy bed and big room. Will stay again"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Hyatt Regency Orange County
Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

3.5 out of 5
12681 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is CA $328 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
CA $328
CA $377 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly resort in Garden Grove. Enjoy 5 restaurants, water park access (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,538 reviews)
"Nice amenities"

Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South

Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South

3.5 out of 5
11767 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is CA $192 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
CA $192
CA $225 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,145 reviews)
"His area"

Reviewed on Jul. 11, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center

The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center

3 out of 5
149 Linden Avenue, Long Beach, CA
Stay at this 3-star historic aparthotel in Long Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Long Beach Cruise Terminal ...
7.4/10 Good! (890 reviews)
"I love staying at the Broadlind! It has a casual, comfortable feel. It’s quiet. So much is easily on hand for you. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2025

The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach

Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach

3.5 out of 5
316 E Shoreline Drive, Long Beach, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach houseboat in Long Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and furnished balconies or patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (239 reviews)
"Customer service was amazing; very accomodating and professional. The rooms were clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2025

Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach
West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre

West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre

2 out of 5
Santa Ana
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Disney California Adventure® Park and Downtown ...
6.8/10 (305 reviews)
"Good service!"

Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2025

West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Garden Grove

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5/5 - Excellent

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highly recommended

5/5 - Excellent

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The staff were very accommodating. Kids movies nightly.

2/5 - Disappointing

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The area where the hotel was located was terrible.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Save money and stay here

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very clean and felt safe.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Overall a great family hotel , I will be staying here again in the future.

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