Downtown Costa Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide




Visit Downtown Costa Mesa
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.

South Coast Plaza
During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts
This majestic venue is the heart and soul of Orange County’s performing arts community.

UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this romantic area.
Time Nightclub
After visiting Time Nightclub, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Costa Mesa.
Tiki Bar
Tiki Bar is just one of the places to see in Costa Mesa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Activities

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

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

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Our pick of the best Downtown Costa Mesa Hotel Deals

Hilton Anaheim
"Staff was able to give a few families sharing 2 rooms, connecting rooms, overlooking the parks. Friendly and welcoming staff, and rooms were clean with floor to ceiling windows."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"The front desk made the check in and over all experience amazing she was great"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Great experience! Easy check in and check out. Pool is the perfect temp from opening to closing. 10/10"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
"I love that it was close to Disney and room so clean"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Hyatt Regency Orange County
"Great location!"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Hotel Huntington Beach
"We’ve stayed at this hotel over 4x this past 12 months …..Staff is great and friendly ! Always very quick in service when my family needed something."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Costa Mesa

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.

Westside Costa Mesa
If you're spending some time in Westside Costa Mesa, The Wayfarer and Tiki Bar are top sights worth seeing.

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.
Central
While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre.
Sobeca District
If you're spending some time in Sobeca District, The Camp and The LAB Antimall are top sights worth seeing.




