Central Travel Guide
Costa Mesa
Popular places to visit
Orange County Fair and Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Orange County Fair and Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Orange Coast College
Enjoy the student vibe at Orange Coast College as part of your travels around Costa Mesa. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Pacific Amphitheatre
You can make plans for a show at Pacific Amphitheatre during your stay in Costa Mesa.
Costa Mesa Bark Park
Costa Mesa Bark Park is just one of the places to see in Costa Mesa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Costa Mesa Farmers' Market
You can do some window-shopping at Costa Mesa Farmers' Market during your stay in Costa Mesa.
Tewinkle Park
After visiting Tewinkle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Costa Mesa. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Top hotels in Central
Hilton Anaheim
"Very clean and modern rooms. I was pleased with them and would definitely return."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Horrible parking and smelly rooms"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Check in was seamless. Staff is very friendly; as are the international guests the hotel has. Food and service fantastic. The grounds are beautiful and we love seeing the generations of ducklings each spring."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
"I can’t complain about anything else but the fact that you get charged for parking I don’t see the point of charging for parking if already spending a lot of money on the room.other than that no complaints."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"The bi-level loft room we booked at the Clementine Hotel & Suites worked awesome for our family of eight Disneyland trip! There were four adult couples and the beds available made it possible for us to all stay in the same clean room and not be overcrowded. There were two bathrooms with showers which ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"expensive bar, helpful and polite staff"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Mesa Del Mar
If you're spending some time in Mesa Del Mar, Orange County Fair and Events Center and Costa Mesa Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
East Side Costa Mesa
When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Coast Metro
While visiting South Coast Metro, you might make a stop by sights like South Coast Plaza and Metro Pointe at South Coast.
Halecrest
While Halecrest isn't home to many top sights, Massage Envy Spa and The Observatory are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mesa Verde
If you're spending some time in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Costa Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Costa Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club.
