Irvine Research Center Travel Guide
Irvine
Visit Irvine Research Center
Popular places to visit
Irvine Spectrum Center
During your visit to Irvine, you can do some window-shopping at Irvine Spectrum Center. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
Orange County Great Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Orange County Great Park, a lovely green space in Irvine. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Pretend City Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Pretend City Children's Museum during your travels to Irvine.
University of California, Irvine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of California, Irvine during your visit to Irvine. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Concordia University
Walk around the campus at Concordia University during your stay in Irvine. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Top hotels in Irvine Research Center
Hilton Anaheim
Friendly staff and very clean!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
I loved this place. It was a great walking distance from Downtown Disney and the beds were pretty comfy. The shower was also nice and the room was pretty spacious.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Room was clean but dated as I was in the Tower. The staff were very helpful and check in was easy. I was very early so I stored luggage and went about my day. I was called when my room was ready which was nice. The shuttle to and from the parks were great!!!!!! I’ll stay again!!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
If you are going to Disneyland, stay here. Perfect location, great options, breakfast included, pool, hot tub, and parking.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Sink in room was clogged, air conditioner stopped and made weird noises, had first room on bottom floor so everyone walked by and it was noisy. No privacy where room was located (if you wanted to open drapes for light). Had to get up early to see if we could park in the parking lot (why wouldn’t ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Kings Inn Anaheim at the Park & Convention Center
Very good
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irvine Research Center
Irvine Spectrum
If you're spending some time in Irvine Spectrum, Irvine Spectrum Center and Giant Wheel at Irvine Spectrum Center are top sights worth seeing.
Irvine Industrial Complex-East
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Irvine Industrial Complex-East and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Orange County Great Park.
Quail Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Quail Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Strawberry Farms Golf Club.
East Irvine
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Irvine and surrounding area, you can visit Orange County Great Park and Great Park Balloon.
Shady Canyon
While Shady Canyon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Strawberry Farms Golf Club and Tanaka Farms.
Oak Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oak Creek Golf Course and Orange County Great Park.
