Downtown Travel Guide
San Juan Capistrano
Popular places to visit
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Once a religious and agricultural community of a thousand, this mission is now an Orange County historic cultural hub.
The Ecology Center
Explore the campus of The Ecology Center during your visit to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
The Sea Caves
Explore the great outdoors at The Sea Caves and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Historic Town Center Park
After visiting Historic Town Center Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Juan Capistrano.
Rancho Capistrano Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rancho Capistrano Winery during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.
Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano
You can take time to visit Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.
Things to do
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
Top hotels in Downtown
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
It was nice. The room was spacious and clean. I like the high floors. I would definitely go back to this hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
The staff were really nice and helpful. The rooms were clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
It was a late check-in and early departure. So I didn’t get to see much of the property in the daylight. The check-in was fine, quick and easy The room was clean, comfortable and very spacious, although I felt the furnishings were very dated
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Laguna Hills Lodge
Clean room, great staff, good breakfast $ nice & quiet.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG
Everything was great getting check in to check out! Rooms were Great and staff were very friendly! Their breakfast was great!!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
All of the above
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Rancho Mission Viejo
While there might not be top attractions in Rancho Mission Viejo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Juan Capistrano and Los Rios Historic District.
