Central City Travel Guide
Santa Ana
Visit Central City
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
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Top hotels in Central City
Hilton Anaheim
"It is a further walk than it looks. The hotel is huge so you may have a long walk from the elevator to your room. Parking is $49 per night in the hotel parking lot. Room and hotel were extremely clean and very comfortable beds. I was out of a few of the soap and lotion containers but the filled them ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Super nice rep at check in. The lobby is roomy, clean, and comfortable. The room was clean and quiet."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
"Great facilities, nice location, staff reaaly helpful and nice. Will come back again."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Good breakfast, nice staff"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
"Clean room, Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"We enjoyed the breakfast each morning. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We were very comfortable staying there."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Central City
North Tustin
While North Tustin isn't home to many top sights, Santa Ana Zoo and Bowers Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Riverview West
While Riverview West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mile Square Regional Park and Fountain Valley Sports Park.
Park Santiago
While visiting Park Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Discovery Science Center and Santiago Park.
Lyon Street
While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Yost Theater.
