Things to do in Costa Mesa
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Popular places to visit
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
From classical concerts to rock gigs, Orange County’s prestigious arts complex provides year-round cultural entertainment.
Orange County Museum of Art
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this romantic area.
The LAB Antimall
During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The LAB Antimall. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
South Coast Plaza
During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.
Orange County Fairgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Orange County Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its cosy cafes.
Orange Coast College
Enjoy the student vibe at Orange Coast College as part of your travels around Costa Mesa. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Costa Mesa Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Costa Mesa at Costa Mesa Country Club. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.
The Camp
During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Camp. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Metro Pointe at South Coast
During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can enjoy retail therapy at Metro Pointe at South Coast. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Costa Mesa
East Side Costa Mesa
When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fairgrounds and Costa Mesa Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mesa Verde
If you're spending some time in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa Country Club and Fairview Park are top sights worth seeing.
Westside Costa Mesa
When in Westside Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Costa Mesa Country Club and Balboa Peninsula Beaches, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Costa Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Costa Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club.
Mesa Del Mar
Mesa Del Mar might not have many top sights, but Orange County Fairgrounds and South Coast Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Halecrest
While Halecrest isn't home to many top sights, The Observatory and South Coast Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
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