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
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Our favorite place to stay when we go to Disney.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Toilet was not functioning after check-in and when we let the front desk know, we were told that we could not switch rooms and that we would have to wait until morning to have maintenance come and look at it and to use the lobby restroom. After a long day of driving this was extremely inconvenient ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
This hotel has a surprising amount of family-friendly amenities for being so close to Disneyland. My son and his buddy enjoyed the basketball court during our stay, and I could see the areas of the property that are set up for the enjoyment of younger kids. I was impressed with the variety of hot ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
No fridges or microwave unless you pay for an upgraded room which is about 20$ extra per night. Beds were so uncomfortable and likely needed to be replaced. Staff was fine.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Maya
Hotel was great especially if you are booked with a cruise! They have a free shuttle to the port. CLEAN rooms love the design and the patios! Would definitely stay here again. Only downside is not too many food options but only a 3 min uber ride to DT Long Beach. Lots of things to do when/if weather ...
Reviewed on 9 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.
