Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Newport Beach Pier
After visiting Newport Beach Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.

Balboa Pier
After visiting Balboa Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.

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.

Balboa Peninsula Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Balboa Peninsula Beaches during your trip to Newport Beach? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

Balboa Pavilion
You can learn about the history of Newport Beach when you stop by Balboa Pavilion. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.

The Wedge
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, The Wedge might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do

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

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Top hotels in Balboa Peninsula

Solarena
Across the hwy from the beach was easy enough access. This area is a 45 minute walk or 6 min drive from newport pier where most of the restaurants and shops are. I preferred being slightly away from that while still being able to access Eat Chow, Tide Poole, Vacancy Coffee and Cappy's with short ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
Everything was great! Will definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Lido House, Autograph Collection
My wife and I had a fabulous getaway after the Christmas rush!! Excellent hotel, honestly no need to leave the property, plenty to do onsite. We did however take a nice walk to a local fresh seafood resturant, and a fine Irish pub!! We will be back real soon!!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Amazing little hotel! Would stay again immediately. :)
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn
room was nice
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
Great spot close to r
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Peninsula

Balboa Island
Balboa Island is well liked for its beaches and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Newport Dune and Balboa Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Beacon Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beacon Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Newport Dune and Balboa Beach.

Mariners Mile
While Mariners Mile may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Newport Dune and Balboa Beach.

Lido Isle
While Lido Isle may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Balboa Beach and Mother’s Beach.

Newport Heights
When in Newport Heights, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Dune, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Newport
While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Mother’s Beach.

