Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rancho Santa Margarita February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.ca/Rancho-Santa-Margarita-Hotels.d6128861.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6128861.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rancho Santa Margarita Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6128861.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rancho Santa Margarita Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6128861.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rancho Santa Margarita Types of activities [Rancho Santa Margarita travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rancho-Santa-Margarita.dx6128861) ![Aerial view of Rancho Santa Margarita showcasing suburban homes and Saddleback Mountains in Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128861/6b4c15bb-ef00-4a61-884d-67e8ba818b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of Rancho Santa Margarita showcasing suburban homes and Saddleback Mountains in Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128861/6b4c15bb-ef00-4a61-884d-67e8ba818b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Rancho Santa Margarita Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer! 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6128861) ## Recommended things to do in Rancho Santa Margarita | Number of things to do | 42 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Dana Point Dash Scavenger Hunt](/things-to-do/dana-point-dash-scavenger-hunt.a49378388.activity-details): CA $37 | | Top 5 things to do | [Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing](/things-to-do/dana-point-dolphin-whale-watching-with-underwater-viewing.a48036621.activity-details)[Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](/things-to-do/newport-beach-luxury-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a48142739.activity-details)[Dana Point Fast & Fun Zodiac-Style Dolphin & Whale Watching](/things-to-do/dana-point-fast-fun-zodiac-style-dolphin-whale-watching.a47773317.activity-details)[Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour](/things-to-do/small-group-best-beaches-in-orange-county-day-tour.a1389073.activity-details)[Orange County Evening Harbour Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/orange-county-evening-harbour-wine-cruise-scenic-wine-tasting.a51084414.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing](/things-to-do/dana-point-dolphin-whale-watching-with-underwater-viewing.a48036621.activity-details)[Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](/things-to-do/newport-beach-luxury-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a48142739.activity-details)[Dana Point Fast & Fun Zodiac-Style Dolphin & Whale Watching](/things-to-do/dana-point-fast-fun-zodiac-style-dolphin-whale-watching.a47773317.activity-details)[Orange County Evening Harbour Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/orange-county-evening-harbour-wine-cruise-scenic-wine-tasting.a51084414.activity-details)[Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point](/things-to-do/whale-watching-excursion-in-dana-point.a1384802.activity-details) | | With kids | [Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing](/things-to-do/dana-point-dolphin-whale-watching-with-underwater-viewing.a48036621.activity-details)[Dana Point Fast & Fun Zodiac-Style Dolphin & Whale Watching](/things-to-do/dana-point-fast-fun-zodiac-style-dolphin-whale-watching.a47773317.activity-details)[Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour](/things-to-do/small-group-best-beaches-in-orange-county-day-tour.a1389073.activity-details)[Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point](/things-to-do/whale-watching-excursion-in-dana-point.a1384802.activity-details)[Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing](/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching-eco-safari-with-underwater-viewing.a529056.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rancho Santa Margarita --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rancho Santa Margarita #### Tijeras Creek Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Rancho Santa Margarita at Tijeras Creek Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tijeras-Creek-Golf-Club-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6239991.Vacation-Attraction) #### Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon You can take time to visit Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon during your travels to Rancho Santa Margarita. Amble around this family-friendly area's lush forest and enjoy its charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.ca/Spa-Gregories-Day-Spa-Salon-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d553248621532638495.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Rancho Santa Margarita ![Lake Mission Viejo with snow capped Santa Ana Mountains in the distance, after epic snowstorm in Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9877/5966e97e-e453-4df9-bafc-a4eea400968f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mission Viejo ![Morning hike exploring around...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6207332/d6d5c991-b5f0-4d2a-a735-8afcad22bdda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Coto de Caza ![holy Jim canyon, Trabuco Canyon California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000428852/15948bec-55f2-4d7f-90f1-a3ede8d065ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Trabuco Canyon ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rancho Santa Margarita worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rancho Santa Margarita? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rancho Santa Margarita? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rancho Santa Margarita? ### Is Rancho Santa Margarita a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Rancho Santa Margarita with kids? > - [Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dana-point-dolphin-whale-watching-with-underwater-viewing.a48036621.activity-details) > - [Dana Point Fast & Fun Zodiac-Style Dolphin & Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dana-point-fast-fun-zodiac-style-dolphin-whale-watching.a47773317.activity-details) > - [Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-best-beaches-in-orange-county-day-tour.a1389073.activity-details) > - [Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-excursion-in-dana-point.a1384802.activity-details) > - [Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching-eco-safari-with-underwater-viewing.a529056.activity-details) ### What to do in Rancho Santa Margarita for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Rancho Santa Margarita? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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