Title: Visit Central City: Best of Central City, Santa Ana Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Central City](https://expedia.ca/Central-City-Santa-Ana-Hotels.0-n553248635976472504-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Ana](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Ana.d9267.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Ana](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Ana.d9267.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Central City Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Central-City.d553248635976472504.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central City Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Central-City.d553248635976472504.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Central City ## Santa Ana ## Visit Central City Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Ana travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Ana.dx9267) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Ana Zoo showing landscape views, bird life and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159107/3abad2ea-ac50-4bee-aeb5-091e27f071c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Ana Zoo Count the monkeys at this charming little zoo that promises at least 50 primates are always present. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Ana-Zoo-Lyon-Street.d6159107.Vacation-Attraction) ![Old Orange County Courthouse, dedicated in 1901, is a granite and sandstone Romanesque Revival building located in the Santa Ana Historical Downtown District.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6282809/0ba72c7d-bdaf-4574-bafc-41ec389ddb62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Orange County Courthouse You can browse the exhibits at Old Orange County Courthouse, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Ana. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.ca/Old-Orange-County-Courthouse-Santa-Ana.d6282809.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bowers Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159099/a77f0c94-4c30-4285-877e-e68495570e2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bowers Museum This small museum in Santa Ana pulls big exhibitions from around the world. [](https://expedia.ca/Bowers-Museum-Santa-Ana.d6159099.Vacation-Attraction) ![Discovery Science Center which includes street scenes, modern architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159105/309a7280-1e73-4897-9f3e-1ff770270c53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discovery Science Center Look for the big black cube to find a place where science engages both mind and body. [](https://expedia.ca/Discovery-Science-Center-Park-Santiago.d6159105.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lyon Air Museum featuring aircraft and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159109/a47b9203-bd2c-4e92-926e-3319da818960.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lyon Air Museum See some of the rarest flying machinery left over from World War II and learn about the United States’ role in aviation history. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-Air-Museum-Airport-Area.d6159109.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Observatory The Observatory is just one of the places to see in Santa Ana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Observatory-Santa-Ana.d553248635389801708.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44896704/ca91ee35-6811-4d87-b82d-69b9e7dde258.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets CA $149 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/universal-studios-hollywood-tickets.a44896704.activity-details) ![Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48180485/70247431-215b-49a5-adbb-f8ef4bb25bf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island CA $64 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/newport-beach-ferry-ticket-tofrom-catalina-island.a48180485.activity-details) ![Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48142739/b8330be4-f54a-46a6-9181-83a7a747cc9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise CA $98 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/newport-beach-luxury-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a48142739.activity-details) ![Harbor seals at colony Laguna Beach coastline. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5248812/2226d79a-b5ed-43f1-9e71-31349527f532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff CA $94 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/luxury-whale-watching-fewer-people.a5248812.activity-details) ![Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50029836/ff8b09f3-6b05-4141-9cbf-05129a97cf22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach CA $34 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/relaxing-sunsetevening-cruise-in-newport-beach.a50029836.activity-details) ![Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1223759/78f90a39-3fe5-4df5-8fe4-149b00639177.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim CA $120 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/best-of-la.a1223759.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Ana](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Ana.d9267.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Central City Hotel Deals ![Desert Palms Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1571/94539ef3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Desert Palms Hotel & Suites 631 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA CA $237 CA $277 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,036 reviews) Very good Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1571&PinnedHotelID=1571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472504) ![Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24200/24131/b67790ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel 900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA CA $223 CA $261 total Feb 25 - Feb 26 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (4,978 reviews) Staff was very kind. Beds were very comfy. We would be happy to stay there again. Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=24131&PinnedHotelID=24131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472504) ![Hilton Anaheim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/100/9/w3840h2559x0y4-d8098926_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Anaheim 777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $243 CA $287 total Mar 7 - Mar 8 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (913 reviews) Excellent service and very nice place to stay Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=9&PinnedHotelID=9&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472504) ![Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4300/4298/bcbc8e6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim 1700 S Clementine St Anaheim CA CA $204 CA $287 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,335 reviews) Room was clean. Staff was pleasant. Breakfast was plentiful. Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=4298&PinnedHotelID=4298&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472504) ![Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19662/645bea3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground 1380 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA CA $268 CA $314 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free water park access, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,624 reviews) Friendly and helpful staff, clean facility, and good location to Disney Parks! I would stay here again. Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=19662&PinnedHotelID=19662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472504) ![Hotel Huntington Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1878/bd4d4b72_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Huntington Beach 7667 Center Ave Huntington Beach CA CA $117 CA $136 total Feb 18 - Feb 19 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Huntington Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,970 reviews) Courteous staff . 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[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Ana-Henninger-Park.dx553248635976468493) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wilshire Square Though Wilshire Square might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Old Orange County Courthouse and Santa Ana Zoo. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Ana-Wilshire-Square.dx944526895572193280) ![Sunset aerial view of the urban core of downtown Santa Ana, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/940744110443483136/0e833a81-b56b-42b1-bc0c-0eee28c07938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Santa Ana When in Downtown Santa Ana, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Ana-Downtown-Santa-Ana.dx940744110443483136) ![Santa Ana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9267/09ef0d42-5c7a-4cd5-973f-626c7ef6cbea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Artists Village The restaurants and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Artists Village. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, a few notable attractions nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Ana-Artists-Village.dx6283000) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverview If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Riverview and surrounding area, you can visit Bowers Museum and The Outlets at Orange. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Ana-Riverview.dx553248635976470606) ![Sun shines on the historic Madison Park and Wilshire Square neighborhoods of Santa Ana, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976469827/c42b95cd-1e1b-4058-892a-1118c477d7e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lacy Lacy might not have many top sights, but Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 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