Downtown Costa Mesa Travel Guide
Costa Mesa
Visit Downtown Costa Mesa
Popular places to visit
South Coast Plaza
During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.
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.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
This majestic venue is the heart and soul of Orange County’s performing arts community.
Orange County Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
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.
The LAB Antimall
During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The LAB Antimall. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Anaheim Ducks Ice Hockey Game at Honda Center
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown Costa Mesa
Hilton Anaheim
Great hotel to stay at!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
We stayed for four nights. The rooms are spacious but in need of updating.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
It was fine for the budget
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
Room was simple and clean, the staff was warm and friendly, and the location was perfect. Highly recommend staying here if you’re coming in to town for a book signing at the Barnes and Noble.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Maya
Place is great. Good restaurant and outdoor activities for young families. Also, it was very quiet in the area which is nice. Calm, relaxing and a good time.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Excellent
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Costa Mesa
Westside Costa Mesa
When in Westside Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Side Costa Mesa
When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fair and Events Center and Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Central
While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Orange County Fair and Events Center and Costa Mesa Farmers' Market.
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.
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.
Halecrest
While Halecrest isn't home to many top sights, The Observatory and Orange County Fair and Events Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
