Big Canyon Travel Guide
Newport Beach
Popular places to visit

Fashion Island
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fashion Island during your stay in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and cosy cafes.

Newport Pier
Explore the waterfront of Newport Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Balboa Pier
Explore the waterfront of Balboa Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Balboa Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Balboa Beach during your travels in Newport Beach? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

Newport Dune
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Newport Dune during your trip to Newport Beach? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Top hotels in Big Canyon

Hilton Anaheim
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Grand Legacy At the Park
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Orange County
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Big Canyon

Newport Center
If you're spending some time in Newport Center, Fashion Island and Regal Edwards Big Newport are top sights worth seeing.

One Ford Road
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in One Ford Road and surrounding area, you can visit Fashion Island and Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve.

Harbor View
Though Harbor View may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fashion Island and Corona del Mar State Beach.

East Bluff
While East Bluff isn't home to many top sights, Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve and Fashion Island are some notable places to visit nearby.

Harbor Ridge
While there might not be top attractions in Harbor Ridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fashion Island and Pelican Hill Golf Course.

Mariners
While visiting Mariners, you might make a stop by sights like Westcliff Plaza and Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve.