What to do in Newport Beach, CA

Activities, attractions and tours

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Newport Beach Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Newport Beach has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Newport Beach is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Newport Beach to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Newport Beach Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Newport Beach.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Newport Beach attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Newport Beach


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Balboa Peninsula

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Primarily residential with commercial areas, the Balboa Peninsula encloses Newport Harbor and features Balboa Village and Balboa Peninsula Point. Enjoy attractions like Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Pier, and The Wedge, while easily accessing nearby islands via bridges and ferries.

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Balboa Island

Harborside community with a picturesque paved boardwalk, Balboa Island offers small businesses, restaurants, and local crafts along Marine Avenue. Accessible via bridge, ferry, and public docks.

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Newport Coast

5/5(6 area reviews)

Newport Coast is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Crystal Cove and Pelican Hill Golf Course while in the area.

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Corona del Mar

Discover cliffside views, tide pools, and beaches like Corona del Mar State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Stroll through village shops and visit landmarks such as Sherman Library and Gardens.

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West Newport

While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Pier.

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Newport Heights

Newport Heights might not have many top sights, but Newport Pier and Balboa Peninsula Beaches are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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