Crystal Cathedral
13280 Chapman Ave.,
Garden Grove, CA 92840
714/971-4069, fax: 714/750-3836
The Hour of Power from the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, California


Jones Family Mini Farm
Located in the Los Rios District one block from the train station
and Historic Mission San Juan Capistrano. Includes:Pony Rides,
Petting Zoo, Party Facility, and Mini Train Rides.

31791 Los Rios Street
949/831-6550


Fullerton Arboretum
900 Associated Rd.,
ullerton, CA 9283
(714) 278-3579
The Fullerton Arboretum, a 26-acre botanical garden with an
ecologically arranged collection of plants from around the world.


Mission San Juan Capistrano
P.O. Box 697,
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92693
(949) 248-2049
Mission San Juan Capistrano, the Birthplace of Orange County, was founded more than two hundred years ago. Today it is a monument to California' multi-cultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage.


Medieval Times
7662 Beach Blvd.,
Buena Park, CA 90620
1-800-899-6600
Enjoy a four course Medieval feast as 6 brave knights do battle,
during this 2 hour live tournament.


Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr.
Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: 949-496-2274


Orange County Zoo
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92862
Phone: (714)633-2022
The Orange County Zoo is located inside beautiful Irvine Park. The park is
located within the city limits of the City of Orange. The zoo is nestled
among the majestic 477 acre wilderness park. The zoo specializes in
the animals and plants from the southwestern United States.
Located within Irvine Regional Park


Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park
1801 E. Chestnut Ave.,
Santa Ana, CA 92701.
714/835-7484
Today the Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park is a public zoological garden
occupying a unique urban site in the heart of Orange County.
Situated on approximately 20 acres, it hosts more than 270,000 people annually.


Wild Rivers Waterpark
8770 Irvine Center Drive
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: (949) 768-WILD
The perfect place to have a full day of fun cooling off from the
summer heat. Only 40 minutes from downtown Los Angeles and
just yards away from the 405 freeway where the 5 meets
the 405 in Irvine. Cool off in any of their over 40 rides and attractions.
Enjoy rides designed for all ages from toddlers to adults.


Discovery Science Center
2500 Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92705.
714/542-CUBE, fax: 714/542-2828
Discovery Science Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated
to educating young minds, assisting teachers and increasing public
understanding of science, math and technology through
interactive exhibits and programs.

Bowers Kidseum, Santa Ana
(714) 480-1523, (714) 480-1524,
1802 N. Main Street. Interactive displays, storytelling, art labs,
Wed-Th10-5:30pm, S-S10-4pm, $2-$6 under 5 for free


Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
51 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.,
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949/673-7863


Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace
8001 Yorba Linda Blvd.,
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
(714) 993-5075


International Surfing Museum
411 Olive Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 960-3483


Orange County Natural History Museum
28373 Alicia Parkway
Laguna Niguel, California 92677
(949) 831-3287

Balboa Island
Description: This charming man-made island accessible from
Newport Beach via ferry boat or access road, offers beaches,
shopping and many restaurants.

Beaches
West Jetty View Park Balboa Beach

Corona Del Mar

Description: Corona del Mar is a part of the City of Newport Beach.
It is nestled on and at the foot of the San Joaquin Hills fronting
the Pacific Ocean and offers many spectacular views, along with beaches and tidepools.

Beaches
Bayside Drive County Beach Little Corona Beach
China Beach Rocky Beach
State Beach


Dana Point

At the turn of the 19th century, Dana Point was the only major harbor
between San Diego and Santa Barbara. Now the harbor sports a
modern marina which is a popular spot for departure of boats
offering whale watching cruises from November through March.
Along with it's beaches, the harbor also offers restaurant dining
with a harbor view and gift shops for taking home gift souvenirs from your vacation.

Beaches
Salt Creek State Beach Capistrano Beach
Doheny State Beach Poche Beach


Laguna Beach

Mansions and quaint beach cottages line bluffs above the sandy
coves along the seven mile, scenic coastline of Laguna Beach.
Tourists have been flocking to this little piece of paradise to
scuba dive and enjoy the scenery for 100 years.

Beaches
Aliso Creek Beach Divers Cove Shaws Cove
Brooks Beach Main Beach Victoria Beach
Crescent Bay Picnic Beach West Street
Crystal Cove Rockpile Beach 1000 Steps

Additional Laguna Beach locations: Sleepy Hollow Beach: at
west end of Sleepy Hollow Lane, (Located between Legion and Thalia)
Expansive stretch of sands perfect for swimming and
surfing. Ruby Viewpoint: West end of Ruby St, Laguna Beach CA.
Three Pocket Beaches: At west end of Diamond St, Moss St,
and Victoria Dr at Sunset Terrace, Laguna Beach CA (714) 494-6572


Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach is located on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in
northwestern Orange County. Voted "Safest City" in America
among the 100 largest cities by Morgan Quitno Press, this city hosts
one of the largest pleasure piers in the world and offers miles
of spacious, sandy beaches. Huntington Beach is also home to
and expansive City park system which includes 58 public parks
and the largest city-owned and operated regional park in Orange County
-- Huntington Central Park. Also within the city's boundaries
are three miles of equestrian trails, school playgrounds,
a city gym, a seniors' recreation center, two golf courses, 72 tennis courts,
a marina, and a protected wildlife preserve.

Beaches
State Beach City Beach
Bolsa Chica

Newport Beach

Newport Beach, California's premier oceanside retreat, offers
everything you need and anything you could want. With its close
proximity to John Wayne/Orange County Airport, the city is easily
accessible to all visitors. Superb golfing, world-class shopping,
yachting and a uniquely Californian sophistication, make Newport Beach
an inspiring destination.

Beaches
Municipal Beach
Santa Ana River County Beach


San Clemente

San Clemente is a unique beach town built on hillsides overlooking
the Pacific Ocean. Twenty acres of sand beaches and a 1,200-foot
long fishing pier with commanding views of coastal bluff and hills is
what makes this a popular beach town for locals and tourists alike.
A bait and tackle shop is located at the end of the pier along with
a full service restaurant and bar at the base. Umbrella, surfboard
and bodyboard rentals are available close to the pier and food
concessions are open on a seasonal basis at popular North Beach,
"T" Street Beach and Calafia Beach Park.

Beaches
San Clemente State Beach and Peir
Califia Beach

Seal Beach

Seal Beach is a quaint seaside community on the northern most border
of Orange County. Located at the mouth of Alamitos Bay, it provides
access for boats and yachts entering the Pacific Ocean from Huntington Harbor.
Old Town Seal Beach features shady, tree-lined Main Street,
a beautiful beach and pier.


Sunset Beach

Description: Sunset Beach is an unincorporated community in
north Orange County, California. Located on the Pacific Ocean,
many houses reside on sand beaches, with hotels, restaurants
and shops situated along Pacific Coast Highway, the primary road
passing through this one mile stretch between Huntington Beach
and the unincorporated town, Surfside.


Surfside

Between the cities of Seal Beach and Sunset Beach is the quaint little
city of Surfside. Most hardly know it exists because this little
piece of paradise is guard gated, with admission into the
community being a bit challenging.