Santa Ana

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Santa Ana
Bowers Museum which includes interior views
Santa Ana
Discovery Science Center featuring interior views
Lyon Air Museum showing aircraft

Launch a simulated rocket, learn about culture and art from around the world, see antique aircrafts and meet some of the world’s smallest monkeys.

Santa Ana is one of the liveliest and most populated cities in Orange County. It is packed full of attractions to entertain the whole family. Select from popular local spots, such as the Bowers Museum, Discovery Cube, Lyon Air Museum and the Santa Ana Zoo.

Take a tour of the Bowers Museum and attend seminars on culture and art from all around the world. Temporary exhibitions feature a variety of interesting subjects. The site offers art-house movies and documentaries about creative geniuses, such as Beethoven. Bring your children to the Kidseum, an exhibition specially designed to engage children with the arts. Watch them dress up in exotic outfits, try on masks and play musical instruments from around the world.

Make your way to the Discovery Cube, formerly the Discovery Science Centre. It is now named after its spectacular 10-story solar array cube. Take part in interactive exhibits to learn about science the fun way. The Science of Hockey exhibit explains the physics behind the sport.

Watch a movie at the unique 4-D theatre. Feel like you are part of the action as you are sprayed with water and air. See a genuine Delta Rocket engine and count down to a simulated blast-off at the Rocket Launch Station.

Find out about the history of aviation at the Lyon Air Museum. Hear stories about remarkable planes and pilots and explore antique aircraft, military vehicles and other artifacts.

Spend the day watching fascinating animals at the Santa Ana Zoo Their pygmy marmosets are some of the smallest monkeys in the world. See the exotic birds at the Colours of the Amazon Aviary. At Crean Family Farm, children can pet ponies and feed other animals.

Santa Ana is a 15-minute drive from Anaheim and a 40-minute drive from Los Angeles. You can also get there by bus or train, but driving is the most popular method of transportation. For additional fun, pack your swimsuit and head to nearby Huntington Beach or Newport Beach on the Pacific Coast.

Where to stay in Santa Ana

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Lacy

Lacy might not have many top sights, but Old Orange County Courthouse and Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lacy
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North Tustin

While North Tustin might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Irvine Regional Park and Santa Ana Zoo.

North Tustin
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Riverview West

While there might not be top attractions in Riverview West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like David L. Baker Memorial Golf Center and Disney California Adventure® Park.

Riverview West
Discovery Science Center which includes interior views

Park Santiago

If you're spending some time in Park Santiago, Discovery Science Center and Santiago Park are top sights worth seeing.

Park Santiago
Santa Ana

Downtown Santa Ana

When in Downtown Santa Ana, you can plan a visit to Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse and Old Orange County Courthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Santa Ana
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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.

Riverview
Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave, Santa Ana, CA
The price is CA $153 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $153
CA $176 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area

Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area

3.5 out of 5
101 E Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA
The price is CA $195 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $195
CA $260 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Hotel Maya

Hotel Maya

4 out of 5
700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach, CA
The price is CA $236 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $236
CA $274 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Long Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free cruise terminal shuttle. Our guests praise the ...
Hotel Maya
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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 ...
West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre
Guest House with its own entrance. Has WiFi and Close to Disneyland

Guest House with its own entrance. Has WiFi and Close to Disneyland

Santa Ana
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Angel Stadium of Anaheim and Disney California ...
Guest House with its own entrance. Has WiFi and Close to Disneyland
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 ...
The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
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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