Big Canyon Travel Guide
Newport Beach
Popular places to visit

Fashion Island
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fashion Island during your stay in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and cosy cafes.

Newport Beach Pier
After visiting Newport Beach Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.

Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Balboa Pier
After visiting Balboa Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.

Corona del Mar State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Corona del Mar State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Balboa Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Balboa Beach during your travels in Newport Beach? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Top hotels in Big Canyon

Hilton Anaheim
"Room was spacious and ready when we checked in. Clean and pleasant. The staff was friendly and approachable. We’ve stayed here before and will again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"My room had hair in the bathtub and hair in the bed. It was not a fun night."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"It's Anaheim- Disney, so you paid for incidental like toothbrushes, but the rooms are clean and the staff was helpful. The café had excellent food and the price was good."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"Amazing room true to the pictures and kid friendly. The pool wasn’t filled at the moment but other than that amazing stay"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hotel Huntington Beach
"Good staff"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
"Helpful front desk and great pool!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Big Canyon

Newport Center
If you're spending some time in Newport Center, Fashion Island and Regal Edwards Big Newport are top sights worth seeing.

One Ford Road
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in One Ford Road and surrounding area, you can visit Fashion Island and Bren Events Center.

Harbor View
Though Harbor View may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fashion Island and Corona del Mar State Beach.

East Bluff
While East Bluff isn't home to many top sights, Fashion Island and Newport Dune are some notable places to visit nearby.

Harbor Ridge
While there might not be top attractions in Harbor Ridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fashion Island and Pelican Hill Golf Course.

Mariners
While visiting Mariners, you might make a stop by sights like Westcliff Plaza and Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve.
