Wilshire Square Travel Guide
Santa Ana
Visit Wilshire Square
Popular places to visit
Santa Ana Zoo
Count the monkeys at this charming little zoo that promises at least 50 primates are always present.
Bowers Museum
This small museum in Santa Ana pulls big exhibitions from around the world.
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.
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
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 Wilshire Square
Hilton Anaheim
Less than half a mile from Disneyland, it was worth the walk for the safety, quiet, and nice rooms. The amenities were perfect. We had everything we needed. They do offer a shuttle to Disney ($6 per person), but we were happy to walk. This will be my "go-to" hotel when visiting Disneyland.
Reviewed on 14 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
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Booked this hotel for the bi level loft. Let me start off by saying that the rooms were really spacious and the property was clean. The staff might have been the highlight for me. Incredible staff that were helpful, accommodating, and even saved some toys we accidentally left behind eve hours after ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
Room was dirty and dated.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Excellent
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wilshire Square
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 Bowers Museum.
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.
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 Bowers Museum.
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 Heritage Museum of Orange County.
Lacy
When in Lacy, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
