Central City
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
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Central City
Hilton Anaheim
Everything was phenomenal, the whole experience was super easy and they were super helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Great hotel for going to Disneyland. Not a lot of extras but we mostly just slept here and spent the days at disneyland. The staff were friendly and helpful. It was spring so they had baby ducks in the garden area which was a bonus.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Beauitful area
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Staff was great. Didn’t need alot, though what might an is wasn't. Helpful in every way.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
The staff were very helpful and kind. Unfortunately, the pool was closed the entire time we were there so we were not able to utilize that facility. Rooms were clean but the air conditioning was loud. The property was very close to downtown Disney and the park entrances.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
I was in room 1051, there was a good-sized tear on the carpet going towards the bathroom.
Reviewed on 21 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.
