Big Canyon Travel Guide
Newport Beach
Popular places to visit

Fashion Island
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fashion Island during your stay in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and cosy cafes.

Newport Beach Pier
After visiting Newport Beach Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.

Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Balboa Pier
After visiting Balboa Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.

Corona del Mar State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Corona del Mar State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Hoag Hospital
If Hoag Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Newport Beach.
Things to do

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Top hotels in Big Canyon

Hotel Huntington Beach
Good
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hilton Anaheim
Good
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Breakfast was great
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
The rooms were really nice
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
Rooms are a little noisy you can hear conversations in the next room. Other than that it was a good stay. Closeness to the park is awesome.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
This is a really wonderful property. Really close to the parks. Apple maps will tell you its a 40minute walk, but it doesn't know you can walk under the bridge, so its actually closer to 20ish minutes. Gorgeous pool and really nice staff. The cafe in the lobby was great with good food. Our Bonvoy ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Big Canyon

Newport Center
If you're spending some time in Newport Center, Fashion Island and Regal Edwards Big Newport are top sights worth seeing.

One Ford Road
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in One Ford Road and surrounding area, you can visit Fashion Island and Bren Events Center.

Harbor View
Though Harbor View may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fashion Island and Corona del Mar State Beach.

East Bluff
While East Bluff isn't home to many top sights, Fashion Island and Newport Dune are some notable places to visit nearby.

Harbor Ridge
While there might not be top attractions in Harbor Ridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fashion Island and Pelican Hill Golf Course.

Mariners
While visiting Mariners, you might make a stop by sights like Westcliff Plaza and Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve.
