Downtown 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.
Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse
After visiting Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Ana. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Anaheim Walking Food Tour: Discover Middle Eastern Flavors
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise
Newport Beach Paddle Pub Shared Experience for up to 16
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Ana
Hilton Anaheim
"Clean and spacious room, housekeeping staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Amazing!!"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"I would stay at this hotel again !"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
"Overall very clean. Hotel is on the older side but its not that bad. Everything was working as intended. They were easy to work with and gave me a partial refund for the nights that I canceled due to evacuation order."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"Property was beautiful. It had everything you could need. Super clean."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
"It was a decent place to stay as I had a layover before getting a flight from John Wayne Airport. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind. The room was clean, and the place was in decent shape. I wasn’t too thrilled about the surroundings, but I guess that’s life in Southern California. They don’t ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Ana
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.
