Central City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Santa Ana Zoo
Count the monkeys at this charming little zoo that promises to always house at least 50 primates.
Old Orange County Courthouse
You can browse the exhibits at Old Orange County Courthouse, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santa Ana. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Bowers Museum
This quirky little museum in Santa Ana hosts an eclectic mix of exhibitions from around the world.
Discovery Science Center
Head for the big black cube to find a place where science engages both mind and body.
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.
The Observatory
The Observatory is just one of the places to see in Santa Ana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in 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 Central City Hotel Deals
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Room was spacious. Staff was friendly and helpful. Loved they offered shuttle to Disneyland.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hilton Anaheim
It would have been a great stay if the convention wasn't going on. We were there for Disney. It was SO PACKED you couldn't even walk through the lobby. Uber/Lyft couldn't get in because the traffic was so crazy so they would constantly drop us for a ride. We couldn't walk out of the hotel and to ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Awesome stay! So close to Disneyland! Nothing fancy as we were out all day. Friendly staff and room was just perfect for our family.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Clean and spacious room, outdoor pool , free breakfast, family friendly
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Breakfast was nice each morning. Rooms were exactly what was portrayed. Close to Disney. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
No refrigerator, no safe, WiFi is too slow. My PC can’t connect
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Henninger Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Henninger Park and surrounding area, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum.
Wilshire Square
When in Wilshire Square, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Santa Ana Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Santa Ana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Santa Ana and surrounding area, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum.
Artists Village
The restaurants and live music are just a few features travellers like about Artists Village. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum are a few top places to visit.
Riverview
While Riverview may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bowers Museum and The Outlets at Orange.
Lacy
When in Lacy, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
