Riverview West Travel Guide
Santa Ana

Visit Riverview West
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

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise

Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Top hotels in Riverview West

Hilton Anaheim
Great hotel and clean room. Downside is Expensive parking. Parking is kind of far from getting to room.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Property was walking distance to Disneyland and very convenient. I was not able to store my luggage though after my checkout … they wanted me to pay an extra night…
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
We brought our 1 year old twins to Disneyland and stayed here. The ambiance first walking into the hotel left the best impression. It was so cute and charming! Also, we really appreciated how nice the infant cribs were in our room. Very comfortable and roomy for our boys. In addition, we really loved ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
This is a very affordable hotel for being near Disneyland. It's a less than 10 minute walk to the parks. The food was fresh, the beds comfortable, the room had plenty of space for 5 people, and quite nice to come back to after a long day of fun. The parking is not free, which is the only draw ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
This is our go-to hotel when we visit Orange to see our daughter in college! The hotel is centrally located, modern, fabulous rooftop hangout and cocktails and restaurant! Overall, just a wonderfully kept hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
The lobby was nice, the only issue we had was with the cleanliness of the room. The first room had hair in the bath tub, stuff on the sheets, trash on floor just overall not clean. We went back to the lobby & they changed was rooms which was way better overall.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverview West

Central City
Though Central City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Old Orange County Courthouse and Yost Theater.

Riverview
While Riverview may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bowers Museum and The Outlets at Orange.

West Floral Park
West Floral Park might not have many top sights, but Bowers Museum and Discovery Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Henninger Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Henninger Park and surrounding area, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Yost Theater.

Wilshire Square
When in Wilshire Square, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Santa Ana Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Santa Ana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Santa Ana and surrounding area, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Yost Theater.
