East Side Costa Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Side Costa Mesa
Popular places to visit
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
This majestic venue is the heart and soul of Orange County’s performing arts community.
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.
Orange County Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this romantic area.
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.
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 cosy cafes.
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.
Activities
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Key West's Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Tour – An Unforgettable Eco-Adventure
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Our pick of the best East Side Costa Mesa Hotel Deals
Hilton Anaheim
Amazing
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Great stay
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Anaheim Marriott Hotel
Amazing staffs! Probably the highest quality of service I could have near the area.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Jasmine at check in was the best
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Everything was wonderful! Always clean, staff is so friendly and the rooms are always accommodating.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Clean, spacious, restaurants nice and food delicious.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Side Costa Mesa
Central
While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Orange County Fairgrounds and Costa Mesa Farmers' Market.
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.
Westside Costa Mesa
When in Westside Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mesa Del Mar
Mesa Del Mar might not have many top sights, but Orange County Fairgrounds and The LAB Antimall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Sobeca District
If you're spending some time in Sobeca District, The Camp and The LAB Antimall are top sights worth seeing.
