Cowan Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Santa Ana Zoo
Count the monkeys at this charming little zoo that promises at least 50 primates are always present.
Bowers Museum
This small museum in Santa Ana pulls big exhibitions from around the world.
Discovery Science Center
Look for the big black cube to find a place where science engages both mind and body.
Lyon Air Museum
See some of the rarest flying machinery left over from World War II and learn about the United States’ role in aviation history.
Peters Canyon Regional Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Peters Canyon Regional Park and enjoy the adventure tours in Orange. Discover the cosy cafes and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do
Private Coastal Air Tour from Orange County
California: The Long Live the Queen (Mary) Helicopter Tour
Private Van: John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Private Sedan: John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Top hotels in Cowan Heights
Hilton Anaheim
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Grand Legacy At the Park
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cowan Heights
North Tustin
While North Tustin isn't home to many top sights, Irvine Regional Park and Santa Ana Zoo are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse 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.
Lacy
When in Lacy, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Floral Park
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Floral Park. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Bowers Museum and Discovery Science Center are a few top sights nearby.
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 Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse are a few top places to visit.