LOCAL ATTRACTIONS


ARTS & CULTURE

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

600 Town Center Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714.556.2787

The Orange County Performing Arts Center has expanded its facilities, and has opened a spectacular new venue that includes 2,000-seat Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall and 500-seat Samueli Theater. Created by the award-winning architect Cesar Pelli with acoustics designed by Russell Johnson of ARTEC, it has become the centerpiece of Segerstrom Center for the Arts and Orange County’s cultural heart.

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Orange County Performing Arts Center

600 Town Center Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714.556.2787

The Orange County Performing Arts Center is one of the nation's most respected cultural institutions, renowned for its stunning design, impressive acoustics and the international caliber of its programming. Every year, many of the world's leading artists and companies from the worlds of classical music, dance, Broadway, jazz, cabaret and family entertainment grace the stages of the 3,000-seat Segerstrom Hall and the intimate 250-seat Founders Hall. The Center is also the performance home of Pacific Chorale.

www.ocpac.org
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South Coast Repertory

655 Town Center Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Named by "TIME" Magazine as one of the top five repertory theaters in the United States, South Coast Plaza Repertory was founded in 1964 by David Emmes and Martin Benson who remain its artistic directors. South Coast Repertory, winner of the 1988 Tony Award for Distinguished Achievement by a Regional Theatre, has commissioned and produced the world premieres of scores of new plays. South Coast Repertory has opened the Folino Theatre Center, its expanded three-theatre complex in Costa Mesa. Theatres include the 507-seat Segerstrom Stage, the 336-seat Julianne Argyros Stage and the 95-seat Nicholas Studio.

www.scr.org
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Noguchi Sculpture Garden

Two Town Center
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Celebrated sculptor Isamu Noguchi's California Scenario is a striking yet tranquil 1.6 acre "sculptural ensemble" that dramatically abstracts the California environment. Tucked between two glass office buildings, California Scenario is an ideal place for a sunlit respite or a meditative meandering stroll at sunset.

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THEME PARKS

Disneyland / Disney’s California Adventure

1313 S Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92803
714.965.4565

The Happiest Place on Earth! Since 1955, Walt Disney's "Magic Kingdom" has lured visitors from all over the world. Transportation is available three times daily from South Coast Plaza to Disneyland Hotel, and Disneyland® Pacific Hotel, connecting via monorail into the Park.

www.disneyland.com
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Knott’s Berry Farm

8039 Beach Blvd
Buena Park, CA 90620
714.220.5200

Once a roadside berry stand, this popular theme park revives the spirit of the Old West in six themed areas. Rides, shops, restaurants and live performances.

www.knotts.com
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Lego Land

1 Legoland Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
760.918.5346

First and only theme park in the U.S. that feature LEGO toy blocks and games. The 128-acre LEGOLAND offers interactive attractions, family rides, food and shows, and 15,000 LEGO Models created from more than 30 millions LEGO bricks.

www.lego.com
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AQUARIUMS & ZOOS

Aquarium of the Pacific

100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
562.590.3100

Meet more than 12,500 animals as you explore sunny Southern California and Baja, the frigid waters of the North Pacific, and the colorful reefs of the Tropical Pacific.

www.aquariumofpacific.org
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San Diego Zoo

2920 Zoo Dr
San Diego, CA 92101
619.231.1515

The San Diego Zoo is 100 lush acres of innovative animal habitats where the animals are the stars. Get up close with animal shows and encounters.

www.sandiegozoo.org
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San Diego Wild Animal Park

15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Escondido, CA 92027
619.231.1515

The San Diego Wild Animal Park is an unforgettable Safari Adventure bringing the vast plains of Africa and Asia to you with herds of roaming animals.

www.sandiegozoo.org
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Sea World

500 Sea World Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
800.25.SHAMU

This 166 acre marine zoological park is home to dolphins, sharks, penguins, polar bear, manatee, otter, seal, seal lion, walruses, flamingoes and much more.

www.seaworld.com
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BEACHES

Newport Beach

With the largest small boat harbor in the world, this beach city is famous worldwide for its picturesque sandy beaches and majestic coastline.

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Laguna Beach

949.494.6572

A resort for all seasons, Laguna Beach is a full-fledged resort town where you can stroll parks, explore tidepools, and enjoy the sunsets over the Pacific Ocean.

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Huntington Beach

Blessed with an idyllic year-round climate, 8 miles of the world’s most beautiful beaches, a historic pier, and an incredible array of recreational and cultural activities, Huntington Beach is a classic Surf City USA experience.

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Dana Point Harbor

949.923.2280

Truly one of the most spectacular man-made harbors in the world, the harbor and adjacent city are named after Richard Henry Dana, who sailed around Cape Horn in search of cowhides for Boston shoe factories. Upon his return, he wrote the book "Two Years Before the Mast."

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GOLF COURSES

Aliso Creek Golf Club

31106 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949.499.1919

Nine-hole executive course, par 32, that offers dramatic views winding around a creek and through a steep canyon.

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Aliso Viejo Golf Club

25002 Golf Dr
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
949.598.9200

Designed by Jack Nicklaus, hill vistas and walkable. Plays par 72.

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Black Gold Golf Club

17681 Lakeview Ave
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
714.961.0060

Plays par 72. Five different teeing areas. Full service bar, grill and banquet facilities.

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Costa Mesa Golf Course & Country Club

1701 Golf Course Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714.540.7500

Two Courses: Los Lagos plays a full 6500 yards, par 72. Lots of water and trees. Walkable. Mesa Linda is the shorter course, par 64 at 5530 yards.

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Coyote Hills Golf Course

1440 E Bastanchury Rd
Fullerton, CA 92835
714.672.6800

Plays 6510 yards at par 71. Hilly, but unusual vistas.

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The Links at Monarch Beach

33033 Niguel Rd
Dana Point, CA 92629
949.240.8247

Incredible ocean views on many holes. Plays 6000 yards at par 69.

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Oak Creek Golf

1 Golf Club Dr
Irvine, CA 92618
949.653.5300

Trees, well-placed sand traps, gently undulating fairways. Plays 6834 yards at par 71.

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Strawberry Farms Golf Club

11 Strawberry Farms Rd
Irvine, CA 92612
949.551.1811

Farm environment as you enter the golf course; harks back to Orange County's agricultural roots. Large reservoir on the back nine provides a water element. Plays 6700 yards at par 72.

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Talega Golf Club

990 Avenida Talega
San Clemente, CA 92673
949.369.6226

Fred Couples "signature" championship course. Voted by Golf Digest as the "Best New Public Course in 2001." Plays 6940 yards at par 72.

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Tijeras Creek Golf Club

29082 Tijeras Creek
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
949.589.9793

There is rural beauty and a number of picturesque vistas to be found on this par 71 layout that plays 6613 yards.

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Tustin Ranch Golf Club

12442 Tustin Ranch Rd
Tustin, CA 92782
714.730.1611

Course features fairway bunkers and 800 yards of classic Ted Robinson design. Par 72.

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