East Irvine Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Irvine Spectrum Center

Irvine Spectrum Center

You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Irvine Spectrum Center, a popular shopping spot in Irvine. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Irvine Spectrum Center
Orange County Great Park

Orange County Great Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Orange County Great Park, a lovely green space in Irvine. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Orange County Great Park
Lyon Air Museum featuring aircraft and interior views

Lyon Air Museum

Marvel at vintage planes, cars and jeeps in this rare collection of World War II vehicles.

Lyon Air Museum

University of California, Irvine

Enjoy the student vibe at University of California, Irvine during your visit to Irvine. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

University of California, Irvine

Concordia University

Walk around the campus at Concordia University during your stay in Irvine. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.

Concordia University

Bren Events Center

You can get tickets for a performance at Bren Events Center on your trip to Irvine. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Bren Events Center

Activities

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

NZ$79
per adult
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

NZ$78
per adult
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Walt Disney concert hall Los Angeles downtown

Best of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills Tour with Beaches plus more

NZ$147
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills Tour with Beaches plus more
Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

NZ$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

NZ$56
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

NZ$146
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
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Our pick of the best East Irvine Hotel Deals

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way, Anaheim, CA
The price is NZ$297 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$297
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,406 reviews)
"Great place, near Disneyland, with transportation, secure and clean."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Hilton Anaheim
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
631 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA
The price is NZ$283 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$283
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,492 reviews)
Desert Garden For the WIN!!
"I took 2 of my Grandchildren to Disneyland for 3 days this past wk & stayed here for 4 nites. So happy I chose this hotel! Yummy free breakfast buffet which changed daily. Also a nice food onsite option offered many types of food w/several room service as well as eat there. Easy 12 min walk to parks ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Grand Legacy At the Park

Grand Legacy At the Park

2.5 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,506 reviews)
"Great location for attending Disney parks. Really enjoyed the slushies upon check in. Staff very friendly!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Grand Legacy At the Park
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

3 out of 5
1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
The price is NZ$355 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$355
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free water park access, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,438 reviews)
"This location is great - I really enjoyed the proximity to Disneyland. The facility is clean, quiet, and rooms are comfortable. The waterslide for kids is nice - my nephew loved it!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort

Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort

3.5 out of 5
1460 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
The price is NZ$373 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$373
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,894 reviews)
"Great location. Staff are fantastic, rooms are clean and well maintained. The beds are comfy. Not too far of a walk to the parks. Close to Mimi’s restaurant which we always like to go to."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
SunCoast Park Hotel Anaheim Resort, Tapestry by Hilton

SunCoast Park Hotel Anaheim Resort, Tapestry by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
1640 S Clementine St, Anaheim, CA
The price is NZ$227 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$227
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,767 reviews)
"A great location for a visit to Disneyland. 15 minutes walk to the entrance. Staff efficient but not overly friendly. Having driven to the hotel I felt the parking charge of $35 per day was excessive."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

SunCoast Park Hotel Anaheim Resort, Tapestry by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around East Irvine

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Irvine Spectrum

If you're spending some time in Irvine Spectrum, Irvine Spectrum Center and Pretend City Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Irvine Spectrum
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Cypress Village

When in Cypress Village, you can plan a visit to Orange County Great Park and Oak Creek Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cypress Village
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Oak Creek

While there might not be top attractions in Oak Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oak Creek Golf Course and Orange County Great Park.

Oak Creek
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Quail Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Quail Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Pretend City Children's Museum.

Quail Hill
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Woodbury

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Woodbury and surrounding area, you can visit Orange County Great Park and Irvine Spectrum Center.

Woodbury
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El Camino Real

While El Camino Real isn't home to many top sights, Oak Creek Golf Course and Irvine Spectrum Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Camino Real

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