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Best Things to Do
Top 20 Best Things to Do in Orange County [2025]
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Disneyland Park California
4.7
/5
1874 reviews
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Based on 28,280 reviews
Anaheim City Center | 13.3 km from downtown
Phone +17147814636
Address: Anaheim, CA 92802, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Fantasy parade & Disney character interaction
Space Mountain
Saved by 2176 users1075 positive reviews
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It was a super fun day. I bought a fast pass, so there weren't many people. I played my favorite rides several times. The tour was fun. There were float performances during the day and at night, and the actors were very professional. The cost of living in the park is the same as outside.
We went on a Weekdays and its not that crowded. The only thing we dont like is that the multi lightning pass has limits. Actually its our 2nd time so its starting to get boring.
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Disneyland Resort California
4.1
/5
7 reviews
10
Anaheim City Center | 13.4 km from downtown
Phone +1714781-4636
Address: Anaheim, CA 92802, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
Highlights:
Take a souvenir photo of the dreamy Sleeping Beauty Castle
A global exclusive that brings a magical legend to life
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Star Wars was the biggest surprise!
Kind of interesting
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Disney California Adventure Park
4.7
/5
473 reviews
8.7
Based on 15,812 reviews
Anaheim City Center | 12.8 km from downtown
Phone +17147814636
Address: Anaheim, CA 92802, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Featured in 2024 Global 100 - Family-Friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Thrilling coaster across the park
Sky-high California view experience
Saved by 758 users328 positive reviews
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Disney California Adventure Park is a vibrant celebration of imagination, thrills, and the spirit of California. From the exhilarating Incredicoaster and Radiator Springs Racers to the whimsical charm of Pixar Pier and Avengers Campus, every corner offers immersive storytelling and unforgettable rides. The park beautifully blends Disney magic with local flair, showcasing themed lands, live entertainment, and mouthwatering food options—like the famous churros and lobster nachos.
Disney California Adventure packs thrills and charm!Radiator Springs Racers delivered high-speed fun while Guardians of the Galaxy had me screaming with joy. I soared over global wonders on Soarin' and marveled at Spider-Man's stunts in Avengers Campus. The breathtaking World of Color show was the perfect finale. Between attractions, I snacked on Pym Test Kitchen's inventive bites and classic churros. From Buena Vista Street's nostalgia to Pixar Pier's whimsy, every area dazzled.
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CA-1
4.9
/5
498 reviews
6.7
Based on 1,682 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: California, USA
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 days
Featured in 2025 Americas 50 - Night Attractions
Highlights:
Parking & scenic views available
Unique purple beach in the world
Saved by 117 users137 positive reviews
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The essence section is the section from San Francisco to Los Angeles, and it must be opened from San Francisco to Los Angeles, because the road on the right is facing the sea, this direction is open, and the scenery is beautiful. It is really the most beautiful road. We drove for 3 days, the first day from San Francisco to Monterey, the second day to Pismo Beach, the third day to Los Angeles, all the way to stop, while walking, playing, the sea view is invincible, a lot of flowers that have not been seen in China, really beautiful. The main attractions passing by are Half Moon Bay, Dove Point Lighthouse, Monterey Town, Carmel Town, 17 Mile Bay, Big Sur McVeigh Falls, Bixby River Bridge, Elephant Seal Beach, Pismo Beach, Solvan Danish Town, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica Beach, etc.
Highway 1 in California, USA, connects San Francisco and Los Angeles from north to south. It winds along the west coast of the United States from San Diego in the south to Leggett in the northernmost part of California, where it joins Highway 101. It is over 1,000 kilometers long. On one side is the vast sea and sky and the waves crashing on the shore, with sails dotted and gray whales cruising; on the other side are steep cliffs and mountains, lush pastures, herds of cattle and horses, and the beauty is breathtaking. This road is known as the most beautiful road in the world and was also rated as one of the 50 places you must visit in your life by the National Geographic Magazine of the United States.
If Highway 1 is divided into three sections, we just walked the middle section, San Francisco-Los Angeles, a total of more than 800 kilometers.
First day check-in attractions: Stanford University, Monterey Pier, 17 Mile, Purple Sand Beach, Bixby Bridge, Elephant Seal Beach.
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Rte 66
4.7
/5
86 reviews
6.4
Based on 1,268 reviews
Anaheim City Center | 12.8 km from downtown
Address: Anaheim, CA 92802, USA
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Mountain & plain breathtaking view
Spans 2,500 miles across USA
Saved by 114 users41% positive reviews
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On the way from Phoenix to Page, we passed through three areas with completely different geological features and vegetation. When we first left Phoenix, we saw columnar cacti on both sides of the road. As the altitude increased, the cacti and other low shrubs disappeared, replaced by tall pine forests, and finally the barren plateau with Danxia landform characteristics. It was amazing!
Mother road. I never understood the meaning of Route 66, but this sign explains it clearly. Whenever there was political or economic turmoil, people would go west along Route 66 to find opportunities. Route 66 was also one of the earliest roads in the early days of the development of the American automobile industry.
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The Richard Nixon Library & Museum
4.8
/5
20 reviews
5.5
Based on 991 reviews
19.2 km from downtown
Phone +17149839120
Address: 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Highlights:
Oval Office replica experience
Original 1921 Adams Declaration
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The Nixon Library, Museum and Childhood Home is a beautiful complex located in Yorba Linda and was rebuilt on the site of the original residence. The helicopter Nixon used during his administration is also on display. The film at the tour center first shows the Watergate scandal, an event that cannot be whitewashed, and then his achievements, such as China's opening to the West. These achievements should not be erased by a misjudgment at the beginning, right? All the exhibits are perfectly presented with easy-to-understand text introductions and a large number of pictures and video materials. This experience made me re-recognize and understand this great man and his family, and deepened my respect for him!
The Nixon Presidential Library was also donated by the retired president. There are many books here, which are open to the public for free. You can see a lot of information about the president. There are also statues and artworks.
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Christ Cathedral
4.2
/5
51 reviews
4.9
Based on 338 reviews
10 km from downtown
Phone +17149712141
Address: 12141 Lewis St, Garden Grove, CA 92840, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
Chime tower plays hourly hymns
Iconic SoCal glass landmark
32% positive reviews
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The Crystal Cathedral, located in Orange County, south of Los Angeles, has become a landmark building in Southern California with its unique design and cool appearance.
I approached it at dusk and was really shocked. More than 10,000 rectangular glass windows glowed with soft silver light under the new moon, which was extremely beautiful~
In the morning, visit the Crystal Cathedral in Orange County, have a Cantonese-style roast duck in the Chinese district at noon, stroll around Pasadena in the afternoon, and meet up with friends in Monterey Park for a bar sizzle and beer in the early morning. This is a leisure trip in Los Angeles. [Value for money] Life here is not expensive.
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Knott's Berry Farm
4.6
/5
62 reviews
4.8
Based on 4,502 reviews
21 km from downtown
Phone +17142205200
Address: 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
No. 2 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Orange County
Highlights:
Xcelerator: Thrilling 90° vertical launch
Experience the Gold Rush era
54% positive reviews
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The city will take the lead in introducing rainwater collection and grey water treatment systems on a large scale, and use the treated water for wetland park water supply, greening, washing vehicles and toilets, as well as firefighting, air conditioning and other municipal miscellaneous uses. This will reduce pollutant emissions, reduce the impact on the water environment around the city, and increase the amount of reclaimed water available. This change is beneficial to environmental protection and the hydrological environment of the entire region.
The ticket price is forty dollars, which is a very good amusement park. There are many large-scale amusement facilities. The roller coaster here is also very exciting. Many of the amusement projects are very fun. You can also experience the natural characteristics here.
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Tanaka Farms
5.0
/5
5 reviews
4.7
Based on 533 reviews
7.4 km from downtown
Phone +19496532100
Address: 5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5 day
No. 3 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Orange County
Highlights:
Fun-Packed Pumpkin Festival: A Fall Must-Visit
The Joy of Picking Fresh Farm Produce
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My sister and I and our 6 kids spent an afternoon picking strawberries here and it was so much fun. The staff will take you on a tour of the farm and show you all the different foods like green beans, carrots, sweet corn and cucumbers and we were able to take our berries home. Tip: Eat as many strawberries as you can! They were really fresh and delicious. The kids also loved the sunflowers and chickens. They also picked lots of melons and pumpkins which was fun. We will be back next time we have the chance.
Tanaka Farms LLC is a well-known farm in Irvine. Children will love it. There is a wide range of choices. It is a little hard to believe that there is such a place in Irvine, but it is easy to find a local farm that produces fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Huntington Beach
4.8
/5
45 reviews
4.7
Based on 767 reviews
17.3 km from downtown
Phone +17145365281
Address: Huntington Beach, CA 92648, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Swim with dolphins & marine life
Summer hosts US Open Surfing
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Huntington Beach is known as surfing paradise. Due to its unique geographical location, the waves here are particularly large, especially suitable for surfing. Every year, countless surfers come here for vacation and play, which also brings the business of bars and restaurants on the beach to a boom.
There aren't many people in Huntington Beach, much less than in Venice Beach. I don't know if it's because we arrived a little late, but the beach here feels quite cold and windy.
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