Central City Travel Guide
Santa Ana
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Popular places to visit
Santa Ana Zoo
Count the monkeys at this charming little zoo that promises at least 50 primates are always present.
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.
Bowers Museum
This small museum in Santa Ana pulls big exhibitions from around the world.
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
Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Top hotels in Central City
Hotel Huntington Beach
Good
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hilton Anaheim
Was great and relaxin overall
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Breakfast was great
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
The rooms were really nice
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Rooms are a little noisy you can hear conversations in the next room. Other than that it was a good stay. Closeness to the park is awesome.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
This is a really wonderful property. Really close to the parks. Apple maps will tell you its a 40minute walk, but it doesn't know you can walk under the bridge, so its actually closer to 20ish minutes. Gorgeous pool and really nice staff. The cafe in the lobby was great with good food. Our Bonvoy ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
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.
Wilshire Square
When in Wilshire Square, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Santa Ana Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Riverview
While Riverview may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bowers Museum and The Outlets at Orange.
Lacy
When in Lacy, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
