Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Orange County Fair and Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Orange County Fair and Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Orange Coast College
Enjoy the student vibe at Orange Coast College as part of your travels around Costa Mesa. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Pacific Amphitheatre
You can make plans for a show at Pacific Amphitheatre during your stay in Costa Mesa.
Costa Mesa Farmers' Market
You can do some window-shopping at Costa Mesa Farmers' Market during your stay in Costa Mesa.
Costa Mesa Bark Park
Costa Mesa Bark Park is just one of the places to see in Costa Mesa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Tewinkle Park
After visiting Tewinkle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Costa Mesa. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Activities

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Our pick of the best Central Hotel Deals

Hilton Anaheim
Great views!
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Everything was great except for the dirty carpets. Like you have to have slippers on the entire time even on the kids or your feet will be black from the dirt, other than that great location and great stuff
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The less-than-stellar reviews surprise me. Yes, the rooms could use some updating. But all the positives extremely outweigh this: - Big rooms with very comfy bedding and pillows. No problem with finding available outlets (someone else mentioned the lack of outlets but that wasn’t the case in my room) ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Everything was wonderful and cozy. Very close to Disneyland and other fun things. If we do another big family trip we’ll be staying here again!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Hotel Huntington Beach
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
Amazing staff made everything from checking in to parking very convenient. Short walk to Disneyland with plenty of dining options nearby.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central

Mesa Del Mar
If you're spending some time in Mesa Del Mar, Orange County Fair and Events Center and Costa Mesa Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.

East Side Costa Mesa
When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Coast Metro
While visiting South Coast Metro, you might make a stop by sights like South Coast Plaza and Metro Pointe at South Coast.

Halecrest
While Halecrest isn't home to many top sights, The Observatory and Orange County Fair and Events Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mesa Verde
If you're spending some time in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Costa Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Costa Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club.
