• January 10, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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1. Balboa Peninsula

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2. Corona Del Mar State Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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3. Newport Pier

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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5. Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. Newport Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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7. Balboa Island

Romantic Islands
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8. Balboa Village

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9. Environmental Nature Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. Balboa Fun Zone

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11. Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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12. Sherman Library and Gardens

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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13. Fashion Island

Romantic Islands

14. The Spa at Pelican Hill

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15. Gondola Adventures

Tours in the Area
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16. Pirate Coast Paddle Company

Tours in the Area
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17. Balboa Island Museum and Historical Society

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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18. Pelican Hill Golf Club

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19. Newport Landing Whale Watching

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20. Pelican Grill, Newport Beach, CA

Category: Relaxing Beaches

21. Bluewater Grill

Category: Nearby Food & Drink

22. The Wedge

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23. Balboa Island Ferry

Romantic Islands
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24. Little Corona Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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25. Newport Beach Vineyards and Winery

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Featuring an array of stunning beaches, nature preserves, a choice of activities and romantic restaurants, Newport Beach is a fun weekend destination in Orange County.
  • Take in the scenery at Corona del Mar State Beach, go for a walk along the Newport Pier, visit the Orange County Museum of Art and enjoy the beautiful Sherman Library and Gardens.
  • Here are the best things to do in Newport Beach.

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