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 cosy cafes.
Activities
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals
Hilton Anaheim
Great hotel!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
My mirror had blood all over it when I checked in, and in spite of days of calls to the front desk an assurance it would be cleaned, it didn’t. On the third day I demanded a new room as my toddler was trying to touch it and clearly they don’t clean.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The less-than-stellar reviews surprise me. Yes, the rooms could use some updating. But all the positives extremely outweigh this: - Big rooms with very comfy bedding and pillows. No problem with finding available outlets (someone else mentioned the lack of outlets but that wasn’t the case in my room) ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Everything was wonderful and cozy. Very close to Disneyland and other fun things. If we do another big family trip we’ll be staying here again!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Easy walk to Disneyland entrance from hotel.
Reviewed on 17 May 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 Yost Theater.
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 Yost Theater.
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 Yost Theater 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 Yost Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
