What to do In Newport Beach, CA
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Places To Go In Newport Beach
Welcome, traveler, to Newport Beach. 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 Newport Beach
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Newport Beach. 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 Newport Beach? 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 Newport Beach 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

Fashion Island
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fashion Island during your visit to Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and charming coffeehouses.

Balboa Pier
Explore the waterfront of Balboa Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Balboa Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Balboa Beach during your travels in Newport Beach? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the biking trails.
Pelican Hill Golf Course
Play a round of golf at Pelican Hill Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Newport Beach such as surfing. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and charming coffeehouses.
Hoag Hospital
Though Hoag Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Newport Beach while you are here.
Mother’s Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Mother’s Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Newport Beach. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the biking trails.
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