Central City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Santa Ana Zoo
Count the monkeys at this charming little zoo that promises to always house at least 50 primates.
Bowers Museum
This quirky little museum in Santa Ana hosts an eclectic mix of exhibitions from around the world.
Discovery Science Center
Head for the big black cube to find a place where science engages both mind and body.
Lyon Air Museum
Explore America's fascinating aviation history and take a close look at some of the rarest flying machines from around the world.
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 cosy cafes.
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.
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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 Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse.
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 Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse.
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 Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse 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.
West Floral Park
West Floral Park might not have many top sights, but Bowers Museum and Discovery Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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- Disney California Adventure® Park
- Knott's Berry Farm
- Long Beach Cruise Terminal
- Downtown Disney® District
- Honda Center
- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center
- Huntington Beach Pier
- RMS Queen Mary
- Aquarium of the Pacific
- South Coast Plaza
- Port of Long Beach
- Knott's Soak City Water Park
- UC Irvine Medical Center
- Crystal Cove State Park
- Newport Pier
- Asian Garden Mall
- Orange County Fairgrounds
- Bella Terra