Central City Travel Guide
Santa Ana
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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.
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 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.
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
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Anaheim Ducks Ice Hockey Game at Honda Center
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Top hotels in Central City
Hilton Anaheim
Clean room Friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The internet was decent, it lagged but they do have an option for upgraded internet of course for a daily fee. I believe the upgraded internet was 14 a day. At first the hotel smelled a little bit aged which is ok. The highlight for us was being able to see the Disneyland firework show from the hotel ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
I had an awesome stay
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Clean room. Great for families
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
My sister and I recently booked a trip to Huntington Beach and found this hotel on line with amazing reviews. Overall we had a decent stay. The location was really convenient, close to the beach and nearby shops. The room itself was comfortable - the AC worked great, and the bed was pretty cozy. ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Maya
Staff was excellent. I recommend anyone staying at this resort
Reviewed on 6 Apr 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 Bowers Museum.
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 Bowers Museum.
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 Bowers Museum 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 Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
