Big Canyon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Fashion Island
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fashion Island during your stay in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and cosy cafes.
Newport Beach Pier
After visiting Newport Beach Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.
Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Balboa Pier
After visiting Balboa Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Balboa Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Balboa Beach during your travels in Newport Beach? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Corona del Mar State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Corona del Mar State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Activities
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Our pick of the best Big Canyon Hotel Deals
Hilton Anaheim
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"very clean easy and fast check in"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"This was the worse hotel experience we have ever had. I’ve stayed here a few times over the years and it has really changed. The room we were given was filthy, the walls were broken (yes broken parts on the walls) the bathroom looked like it hadn’t ever been cleaned, and it over all had a war torn ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"Everything was wonderful and cozy. Very close to Disneyland and other fun things. If we do another big family trip we’ll be staying here again!"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
"Beds were not comfortable at all. Pillows were so worn out they were pretty much flat"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"Clean room Great Staff 5 min walk to Disneyland"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Big Canyon
Newport Center
If you're spending some time in Newport Center, Fashion Island and Regal Edwards Big Newport are top sights worth seeing.
One Ford Road
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in One Ford Road and surrounding area, you can visit Fashion Island and Bren Events Center.
Harbor View
Though Harbor View may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fashion Island and Corona del Mar State Beach.
East Bluff
While East Bluff isn't home to many top sights, Fashion Island and Newport Dune are some notable places to visit nearby.
Harbor Ridge
While there might not be top attractions in Harbor Ridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fashion Island and Pelican Hill Golf Course.
Mariners
While visiting Mariners, you might make a stop by sights like Westcliff Plaza and Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve.
