Irvine Research Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Irvine Spectrum Center
During your visit to Irvine, you can do some window-shopping at Irvine Spectrum Center. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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.
Pretend City Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Pretend City Children's Museum during your travels to Irvine.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
Activities

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Our pick of the best Irvine Research Center Hotel Deals

Hilton Anaheim
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Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
All in all good but I was upset that I chose “pay at property” and the hotel charged my debit card without my knowledge even after I gave a different credit card on check in. They said they always do this but I don’t think so. I’ve stayed at this property many times and never had this problem. Just ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Needed some room service. The pizza restaurant next door was horrible
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Great
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
Good location but the rooms are outdated and small. 2nd floor required going up steps without an elevator.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irvine Research Center

Irvine Spectrum
If you're spending some time in Irvine Spectrum, Irvine Spectrum Center and Giant Wheel at Irvine Spectrum Center are top sights worth seeing.

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 Orange County Great Park.

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 Strawberry Farms Golf Club.

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

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.

Oak Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oak Creek Golf Course and Orange County Great Park.
