Central City
Santa Ana
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Popular places to visit
Santa Ana Zoo
Take a head count of the monkeys at this family friendly zoo that has been a local favourite for over half a century.
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.
Bowers Museum
Santa Ana’s picturesque museum houses a fascinating collection of historic artefacts from prehistoric times to the 20th century.
Discovery Science Center
Entertainment and education go hand in hand at this child-friendly facility in Santa Ana.
Lyon Air Museum
Hear first-hand accounts of the daredevil exploits of World War II fighter pilots and witness some of their historic aircraft at close quarters.
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 top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Central City
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Great hotel
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Clean room and courteous staff
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Good food, staff, amenities
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Westin Anaheim Resort
Clean room, really good lighting, easy to get an Uber/Lyft. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Anaheim Convention Center
Pros - great location, ample parking, reasonable rates, generously-sized rooms, friendly staff, close enough to be convenient to the convention center, far enough to escape the noise. Cons - miniature pillows, lighting akin to a surgical theater (maintenance - 2700K LED is your friend), toilet flushed ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Clean room and exceptionally quiet for being next to a busy freeway. Friendly staff. Grandkids had big fun splashing in the water park... in January no less!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
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 Bowers Museum.
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 Bowers Museum.
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 Bowers Museum 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.
Lacy
When in Lacy, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
