Downtown Santa Ana Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Santa Ana
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.
Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse
After visiting Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Ana. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Dinner Cruise
The Boat People Cruise Private Harbor Cruises
Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Ana Hotel Deals
Hilton Anaheim
"Room was clean. Staff are nice."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"The walls are really thin so there was a crying baby in the room next to us. We could hear the baby crying when we were trying to fall asleep. Also we were on the side of two busy streets. I will not stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"It was a nice place to stay. Conveniently walkable to Disneyland. The pictures didn’t match room we got. The air conditioner on wall was very loud. Mattress was not comfortable"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"In general the price of one night was good for the size and location of the hotel ..... the room furniture and restroom was old needs upgraded or some maintenance."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"No extra bedsheets were given . No body came to clean trash even after calling multiple times . There were cockroaches on the floor , no cleaning no fresh towels everyday that was bad"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"The room is clean we enjoyed our stay our first day there. It was only one tall in the bathroom the second day there there was no towels in the bathroom. The room key had to go down to the desk and replace it twice because it went open the door. The breakfast is absolutely outstanding. and the people ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Santa Ana
North Tustin
While North Tustin isn't home to many top sights, The Market Place and Santa Ana Zoo are some notable places to visit nearby.
Riverview West
While Riverview West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like David L. Baker Memorial Golf Center and Mile Square Regional Park.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Santa Ana Zoo and Cabrillo Tennis Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Park Santiago
While visiting Park Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Discovery Science Center and Santiago Park.
Morrison - Eldridge Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morrison - Eldridge Park and surrounding area, you can visit Angel Stadium of Anaheim and Discovery Science Center.
