"Orange County’s scene is classic SoCal with a polished twist: golden beaches, surfer towns, upscale shopping, and palm-lined streets that seem built for cruising. It’s the kind of place where I can catch a wave, stroll an art festival, and toast with oceanfront cocktails—all in the same day."
I’ve got flip-flops on my feet, sunglasses perched high, and the Pacific sparkling in the distance—all wrapped in that easy-breezy Orange County glow. Who knew paradise could be this perfectly manicured?
I head to Laguna Beach for cliffside art galleries, tidepool walks, and panoramic ocean views. Over in Newport Beach, I bike the Balboa Peninsula. For family thrills, Disneyland in Anaheim never fails to dazzle, while Huntington Beach offers sandy volleyball courts, surf competitions, and classic pier vibes. And when I want a luxe retail escape, South Coast Plaza delivers world-class brands in a sunlit space.
Best Things to Do in Orange County:
Hike and Spot Wildlife at Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve -
Ride and Play at Adventure City -
Catch a Game and Cheer for the Angels at Angel Stadium -
Ride on the Ferris Wheel at Balboa Fun Zone -
Explore Art and Culture at Bowers Museum -
Explore the Tide Pools at Crystal Cove State Park -
Have Hands-On Fun at Discovery Cube -
Dive Into the Magic at Disney California Adventure -
Experience Timeless Magic and Adventure at Disneyland -
Surf, Picnic, and Relax by the Ocean at Doheny State Beach -
In Summary...
(and if you want to revisit my photo journey)- • Hike and Spot Wildlife at Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve
- • Ride and Play at Adventure City
- • Catch a Game and Cheer for the Angels at Angel Stadium
- • Ride on the Ferris Wheel at Balboa Fun Zone
- • Explore Art and Culture at Bowers Museum
- • Explore the Tide Pools at Crystal Cove State Park
- • Have Hands-On Fun at Discovery Cube
- • Dive Into the Magic at Disney California Adventure
- • Experience Timeless Magic and Adventure at Disneyland
- • Surf, Picnic, and Relax by the Ocean at Doheny State Beach