Cowan Heights Travel Guide
Santa Ana
Visit Cowan Heights
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
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Top hotels in Cowan Heights
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Carla at front desk excellent service she even called the room after 10 min when I checked in to see if everything was fine
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Spacious room & free breakfast! Staff was also nice!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Great stay, friendly staff!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
All good there.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
The staff was wonderful. Breakfast was good with many options.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
It was a fantastic stay. Room was clean. Staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cowan Heights
North Tustin
While North Tustin isn't home to many top sights, Santa Ana Zoo and Discovery Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Park Santiago
While visiting Park Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Discovery Science Center and Santiago Park.
Lacy
When in Lacy, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Floral Park
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Floral Park. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Bowers Museum and Discovery Science Center are a few top sights nearby.
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.
