Really nice outdoor mall for higher end shopping and dining.
Situated in the heart of Newport Harbor, Balboa Island is a great destination for an outing. Marine Avenue, the areas main thoroughfare, is home to chic coastal shops featuring unique nautical designs, stylish beach fashions, art and jewelry. It’s also home to quaint restaurants and bistros serving up a variety of dishes. There may be nothing more iconic than Balboa Island’s two famous desserts, the Balboa Bar and Frozen Banana. Make sure to give them a try!
The Irvine Spectrum is one of Southern California's most popular entertainment and shopping destinations. It’s a high energy outdoor mall brimming with shops and restaurants that are great for adults and kids, alike.
Want to get out on the water and take in all the views Newport Harbor has to offer? Then head to Duffy of Newport Beach to rent a boat for a fun outing around Newport Beach.
Artsy coastal community with nice boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries. It is a great place for a beach walk to the tide pools or a dip in the Pacific Ocean.
Paddle Board Newport Beach is your one stop shop for Paddleboard, Kayak, and Beach Cruiser rentals.
The Outlets at Orange is an open-air outlet mall in the city of Orange, for those looking for cut price deals on an array of international brands.
Crystal Cove State Park is a great place for a hike. With 3.2 miles of Pacific coastline, this hike is enhanced by nonstop views of the Pacific Ocean.
The Balboa Fun Zone is one of Southern California's oldest and last great coastal amusement areas and a popular family-friendly attraction for visitors to Newport Beach. For extra entertainment, cross the harbor on the ferry from Balboa Island.
South Coast Plaza is one of the five largest malls in the United States and the largest on the west coast. Home to over 250 boutiques, big box stores, and restaurants, it’s a must if you are up for some serious retail therapy!
One of our favorite restaurants. Make sure to try the Mango Con Chile Margarita and the Calamari appetizer. Delish!
Upscale eatery focused on seafood, steaks, and more in a harborside location featuring art displays and live music.
A great seafood restaurant with amazing views of Newport Harbor.
Good restaurant to pop into for breakfast or lunch while shopping at Fashion Island.
See and be seen, upmarket Mexican restaurant in Crystal Cove.
Nice restaurant based at the golf club of one of the top luxury resorts in the United States. This restaurant has exceptional views of Pelican Hill’s famous golf courses and the Pacific Ocean.