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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this romantic 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.
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.
Things to do
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
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 Big Canyon
Hilton Anaheim
Walking distance to Disneyland, with shops and eateries nearby.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Best breakfast buffet, my kids love the water park and also the water is heated for winter and they have movie nights at the pool. Love this hotel it’s are second time staying with the kids! The check-in staff is nice and the bar workers are amazing as well.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Clean rooms , friendly staff and great location for Disneyland
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Overall stay at the Viv was very pleasant. Friendly staff, Clean room, very spacious. Loved the provided shampoo & conditioner. Shuttles to and from Disney were a very added benefit. Saved us a great amount on parking and Ubers.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
This is a great place! Very family friendly. Lots of options for breakfast! They had make your own waffles, lots of breads and muffins and such! There was coffee, juices, sausage and eggs for protein and also a cereal bar. This was great! Our room was clean, updated. The staff was friendly and efficient. ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Anaheim Marriott Hotel
The only bad thing was the shower not draining properly so we were always standing in a pool of water. Other than that, it was fantastic!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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 Bren Events Center.
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, Fashion Island and Newport Dune 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.
