Downtown Travel Guide
San Juan Capistrano
Popular places to visit
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Once a religious and agricultural community of a thousand, this mission is now an Orange County historic cultural hub.
The Sea Caves
Explore the great outdoors at The Sea Caves and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
The Ecology Center
Explore the campus of The Ecology Center during your visit to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Historic Town Center Park
After visiting Historic Town Center Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Juan Capistrano.
Rancho Capistrano Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rancho Capistrano Winery during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.
Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano
You can take time to visit Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.
Things to do
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Top hotels in Downtown
Laguna Hills Lodge
Front desk attendants are always super helpful. Landscaping is really on point, flowers were amazing this time of year.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Irvine
Breakfast was good, room was ok, staff was amazing!!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Very clean, big room. Very quiet in room with doors closed, could barely hear the outside.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
Front desk staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
We’ve been coming to this hotel for Disney trips for over 8 years. Usually it’s a good stay. This time was different. Our room was filthy. The curtains were caked with dust and the bathroom floor didn’t look clean. The shower drain kept getting clogged. The rooms are starting to look a bit beat up. ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Rancho Mission Viejo
While there might not be top attractions in Rancho Mission Viejo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park and Mission San Juan Capistrano.
