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Trip Planner :  USA  /  California  /  Orange County

Orange County

4.5
Disney Parks & Activities · Beaches · Dolphin & Whale Watching
Embodying southern California's ambience of laid-back sophistication, Orange County is one of the state's most popular vacation destinations, offering year-round sunshine, beautiful golden beaches, and high-end shopping and dining, spread throughout several picturesque beach communities. Spend your holiday indulging at the region's oceanfront spas, designer boutiques, and five-star restaurants, or opt for a trip to the Disneyland Resort and Knott's Berry Farm. While known mostly for its luxurious amenities, the region is also a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts, home to several national parks and active marinas. Make your United States itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
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    Top Orange County tours

    FROM $79 BOOK WITH VIATOR Go Los Angeles All-Inclusive City Pass: 40+ attractions and theme parks
    4.0
    Duration: 1 to 7 days
    Tours from $79 »
    FROM $102 BOOK WITH VIATOR Go San Diego All-Inclusive City Pass: Access 55+ Attractions
    4.3
    Duration: 1 to 7 days
    Tours from $102 »
    FROM $34 BOOK WITH VIATOR Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
    4.0
    Duration: 2 to 3 hours
    Tours from $34 »
    FROM $39 BOOK WITH VIATOR Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
    Tours from $39 »
    FROM $74 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small-Group Los Angeles Sightseeing Day Tour from Anaheim
    4.1
    Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes
    Tours from $74 »
    FROM $38 BOOK WITH VIATOR Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Tours from $38 »
    FROM $89 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small-Group Day Tour of Hollywood, Los Angeles and Beaches from Anaheim
    4.7
    Duration: 8 to 9 hours
    Tours from $89 »
    FROM $94 BOOK WITH VIATOR The Best of LA Tour from Anaheim or LA: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Beaches
    4.7
    Duration: 10 hours
    Tours from $94 »
    FROM $139 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hollywood Sightseeing Tour from Orange County
    4.8
    Duration: 8 to 9 hours
    Tours from $139 »

    Places to visit in Orange County

    AnaheimTrip planner BEST FOR: Disney Park / Activity, Ride / Activity, Room Escape Game Laguna BeachTrip planner BEST FOR: Beach, Park, Theater Newport BeachTrip planner BEST FOR: Beach, Island, Dolphin / Whale Watching Huntington BeachTrip planner BEST FOR: Pier / Boardwalk, Beach, Surfing / Windsurfing / Kitesurfing San ClementeTrip planner BEST FOR: Pier / Boardwalk, Beach, Hiking Trail

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    Popular things to do in Orange County

    Disneyland Park ©
    Disney Park / Activity
    Disneyland Park
    Anaheim
    4.2
    Duration: 8 hours
    Disney California Adventure Park
    Disney Park / Activity
    Disney California Adventure Park
    Anaheim
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Downtown Disney District ©
    Disney Park / Activity
    Downtown Disney District
    Anaheim
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Huntington Beach Pier ©
    Pier / Boardwalk
    Huntington Beach Pier
    Huntington Beach
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Kid-friendly things to do in Orange County

    Knott's Berry Farm ©
    Theme Park
    Knott's Berry Farm
    Buena Park
    4.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Buy tickets from $63 »
    Crystal Cove ©
    Beach
    Crystal Cove
    Laguna Beach
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Newport Beach ©
    Beach
    Newport Beach
    Newport Beach
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Radiator Springs Racers ©
    Ride / Activity
    Radiator Springs Racers
    Anaheim
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Parks in Orange County

    Heisler Park ©
    Park
    Heisler Park
    Laguna Beach
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Redwood Creek Challenge Trail ©
    Playground
    Redwood Creek Challenge Trail
    Anaheim
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Tarzan's Treehouse ©
    Playground
    Tarzan's Treehouse
    Anaheim
    3.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Fullerton Arboretum ©
    Garden
    Fullerton Arboretum
    Fullerton
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Museums in Orange County

    Mission San Juan Capistrano ©
    Specialty Museum
    Mission San Juan Capistrano
    San Juan Capistrano
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum ©
    History Museum
    Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum
    Yorba Linda
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    The Disney Gallery ©
    Art Gallery
    The Disney Gallery
    Anaheim
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Lyon Air Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Lyon Air Museum
    Santa Ana
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Fun & Games in Orange County

    Soarin' Around The World ©
    Ride / Activity
    Soarin' Around The World
    Anaheim
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Pirates of the Caribbean ©
    Ride / Activity
    Pirates of the Caribbean
    Anaheim
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Space Mountain ©
    Ride / Activity
    Space Mountain
    Anaheim
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Indiana Jones Adventure ©
    Ride / Activity
    Indiana Jones Adventure
    Anaheim
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Hidden gems in Orange County

    Crescent Bay Point Park ©
    Park
    Crescent Bay Point Park
    Laguna Beach
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Huntington State Beach ©
    Beach
    Huntington State Beach
    Huntington Beach
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Sherman Library & Gardens ©
    Garden
    Sherman Library & Gardens
    Corona del Mar
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Irvine Regional Park ©
    Playground
    Irvine Regional Park
    Orange
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Featured attractions

    Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens ©
    Art Gallery
    Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
    San Clemente
    4.7
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Buy Hand ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Buy Hand
    Laguna Beach
    4.9
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt ©
    Scavenger Hunt
    Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt
    Laguna Beach
    5.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Surf City Adventure Tours ©
    Movie / TV Tour
    Surf City Adventure Tours
    Huntington Beach
    4.5
    Duration: 8 hours

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