Downtown Costa Mesa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Costa Mesa featuring a high-rise building, art and interior views

Popular places to visit

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts

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

Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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Orange County Museum of Art

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.

Orange County Museum of Art
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The LAB Antimall

During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The LAB Antimall. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

The LAB Antimall
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South Coast Plaza

5/5(3 reviews)

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 cosy cafes.

South Coast Plaza
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Orange County Fairgrounds

Enjoy a stop at Orange County Fairgrounds, 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 County Fairgrounds
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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.

Orange Coast College

Activities

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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Costa Mesa by Crazy Dash

AU$15
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Costa Mesa by Crazy Dash
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Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Costa Mesa by Zombie Scavengers

AU$30
Per adult
Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Costa Mesa by Zombie Scavengers
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Knott's Berry Farm Tickets

AU$106
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Knott's Berry Farm Tickets
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Catalina Island Ferry Newport Beach To Avalon (Must Book Return)

AU$59
Per adult
Catalina Island Ferry Newport Beach To Avalon (Must Book Return)
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Full-Day Los Angeles Sightseeing Tour from Anaheim

AU$128
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Los Angeles Sightseeing Tour from Anaheim
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Couples Spa Package in Newport Beach with Appetizers and Wine

AU$407
Per adult
Couples Spa Package in Newport Beach with Appetizers and Wine
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Our pick of the best Downtown Costa Mesa Hotel Deals

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
2 out of 5
Anaheim
The price is AU$153 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$153
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this motel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,148 reviews)
"Not bad"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
3.5 out of 5
1460 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$344 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$344
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,589 reviews)
"Very fast and efficient"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
Hilton Anaheim
Hilton Anaheim
4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$265 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$265
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,431 reviews)
"Everything was very good actually, nothing to complain. Perfect like always. The area was super convenient for us because we were visiting Disney."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Hilton Anaheim
Grand Legacy At the Park
Grand Legacy At the Park
2.5 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$321 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$321
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,266 reviews)
"Amazing staff"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Grand Legacy At the Park
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Hyatt Regency Orange County
4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is AU$237 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$237
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,817 reviews)
"Will recommend to friends and family, and will gladly return in the near future."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Orange County
Del Sol Inn - Anaheim Resort
Del Sol Inn - Anaheim Resort
2 out of 5
1604 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$258 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$258
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,357 reviews)
"Amazing location! Nice clean hotel. Parking isn’t great but it works. Great deal. We will be back"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Del Sol Inn - Anaheim Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Costa Mesa

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Westside Costa Mesa

When in Westside Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Costa Mesa Country Club and Balboa Peninsula Beaches, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westside Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa showing a skyscraper, art and interior views

East Side Costa Mesa

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fairgrounds and Costa Mesa Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

East Side Costa Mesa
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Mesa Verde

5/5(1 area review)

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

Mesa Verde
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Mesa Del Mar

Mesa Del Mar might not have many top sights, but Orange County Fairgrounds and South Coast Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mesa Del Mar
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Halecrest

4/5(1 area review)

While Halecrest isn't home to many top sights, The Observatory and South Coast Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Halecrest

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