Downtown Travel Guide

San Juan Capistrano

Popular places to visit

Mission San Juan Capistrano featuring building ruins and heritage architecture

Mission San Juan Capistrano

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Once a religious and agricultural community of a thousand, this mission is now an Orange County historic cultural hub.

Mission San Juan Capistrano
Gardens in Spring, Ojai Center for Earth Concerns, Ojai, California

The Ecology Center

Explore the campus of The Ecology Center during your visit to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Ecology Center
Sandy floor sea cave with motion blur water at Leo Carrillo State Beach in Malibu, California.

The Sea Caves

Explore the great outdoors at The Sea Caves and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Sea Caves

Historic Town Center Park

After visiting Historic Town Center Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Juan Capistrano.

Historic Town Center Park

Rancho Capistrano Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rancho Capistrano Winery during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.

Rancho Capistrano Winery

Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano

You can take time to visit Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.

Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano

Things to do

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

฿1,650
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

฿2,766
per adult
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

฿777
per adult
Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

฿3,108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

฿3,108
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

฿2,952
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
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Top hotels in Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

3.5 out of 5
2120 Main St Irvine CA
The price is ฿5,152 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿5,152
฿5,678 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,490 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was super helpful. Staff did well with Breakfast Buffet. I will definitely recommend staying here.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is ฿4,389 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿4,389
฿4,880 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,058 reviews)
Excellent value!

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
The price is ฿3,167 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿3,167
฿3,585 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,190 reviews)
Everything was great getting check in to check out! Rooms were Great and staff were very friendly! Their breakfast was great!!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,842 reviews)
All of the above and the grounds are always beautiful

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

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Laguna Hills Lodge
Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

3 out of 5
18700 Macarthur Blvd Irvine CA
The price is ฿3,842 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿3,842
฿4,233 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,093 reviews)
Very good stay. Excellent staff.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is ฿4,168 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
฿4,168
฿5,289 total
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,063 reviews)
Great hotel, excellent staff

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
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Rancho Mission Viejo

While there might not be top attractions in Rancho Mission Viejo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Juan Capistrano and Los Rios Historic District.

Rancho Mission Viejo

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