What to do In Dana Point, CA
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Adventure & outdoor
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Laguna Beach Backroads Electric Bike Tour
Wildlife & nature
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Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point
Private & custom tours
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Nature Walk/Hike Tour near Disneyland: ID plants & wildlife
Food, drink & nightlife
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Luxury Catamaran Sunset and Wine Cruise from Dana Point
Water activities
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Laguna Beach SUP Lesson and Tour
Places To Go In Dana Point
Welcome, traveler, to Dana Point. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Dana Point
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Dana Point. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Dana Point? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Dana Point attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit
Dana Point Harbor
Explore the waterfront of Dana Point Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Doheny State Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Doheny State Beach during your travels in Dana Point? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Salt Creek Beach Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Salt Creek Beach Park and enjoy the surfing in Dana Point. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets, or seek out its golf courses.
Capistrano Beach Park
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Capistrano Beach Park during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Ocean Institute
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ocean Institute during your trip to Dana Point. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Baby Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.