Irvine Research Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Irvine Spectrum Center

Irvine Spectrum Center

You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Irvine Spectrum Center, a popular shopping spot in Irvine. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Irvine Spectrum Center
Orange County Great Park

Orange County Great Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Orange County Great Park, a lovely green space in Irvine. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its cosy cafes.

Orange County Great Park
Lyon Air Museum featuring aircraft and interior views

Lyon Air Museum

Explore America's fascinating aviation history and take a close look at some of the rarest flying machines from around the world.

Lyon Air Museum

Pretend City Children's Museum

You can take time to visit Pretend City Children's Museum during your travels to Irvine.

Pretend City Children's Museum

University of California, Irvine

Enjoy the student vibe at University of California, Irvine during your visit to Irvine. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

University of California, Irvine

Concordia University

Walk around the campus at Concordia University during your stay in Irvine. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.

Concordia University

Activities

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

AU$72
per adult
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

AU$31
per adult
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

AU$55
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

AU$85
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

AU$72
per adult
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Newport Beach: Electric Boat Rental

Newport Beach: Electric Boat Rental

AU$344
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Beach: Electric Boat Rental
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Our pick of the best Irvine Research Center Hotel Deals

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way, Anaheim, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$227 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$227
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,607 reviews)
"I did not like the room was hot. The air-conditioning is not cool enough."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hilton Anaheim
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area

Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area

3.5 out of 5
101 E Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$337 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$337
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,019 reviews)
"Amazing property for kids and adults. Full bar and an awesome outdoor water recreation area. They even did a night movie showing on the patio and we thought that was a great touch. Keep up the great work The FD staff was superb, greeted us with a smile and thanked us for arriving and for staying. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Grand Legacy At the Park

Grand Legacy At the Park

4 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,704 reviews)
"Accommodations were great other than the beds were extremely uncomfortable as well as the pillows, but everything else was great"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Grand Legacy At the Park
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG

3 out of 5
1240 S Walnut St, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$210 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$210
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free water park access, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,907 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

4 out of 5
100 The City Dr S, Orange, CA
The price is AU$218 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$218
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Orange. Enjoy 2 outdoor pickleball courts, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,494 reviews)
""Great location — close to Disneyland and right next to the Outlets at Orange, with plenty of nearby restaurants. The hotel lobby has a chic, modern look and includes amenities like a pool and hot tub, making it a comfortable and stylish place to stay.""

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County

4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is AU$265 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$265
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (5,561 reviews)
"I've always enjoyed my stay at the Hyatt Regency, this one was no different. The hotel was clean, the restrooms were clean, the staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Orange County
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Other neighbourhoods around Irvine Research Center

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Irvine Industrial Complex-East

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Irvine Industrial Complex-East and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Pretend City Children's Museum.

Irvine Industrial Complex-East
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Quail Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Quail Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Pretend City Children's Museum.

Quail Hill
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Irvine Spectrum

If you're spending some time in Irvine Spectrum, Irvine Spectrum Center and Pretend City Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Irvine Spectrum
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East Irvine

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Irvine and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Orange County Great Park.

East Irvine
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Shady Canyon

While Shady Canyon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Strawberry Farms Golf Club and Tanaka Farms.

Shady Canyon
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Cypress Village

When in Cypress Village, you can plan a visit to Orange County Great Park and Oak Creek Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cypress Village

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