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
Excellant service. Staff very kind. Food amazing.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Great
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
The room was clean and was comfortable. Our check-in went great and parking was easy. The hotel has a great lobby area and also a small food hall connected for additional dining options. The breakfast was great and the staff was very friendly. Thank you for a great experience.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Very nice place. Close to Disney. Fees were lame but to be expected
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
Sink in room was clogged, air conditioner stopped and made weird noises, had first room on bottom floor so everyone walked by and it was noisy. No privacy where room was located (if you wanted to open drapes for light). Had to get up early to see if we could park in the parking lot (why wouldn’t ...
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.
