- Our list of the best things to do in Costa Mesa, California, features the top 879 nearby activities — including 335 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Costa Mesa, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Amusement.
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Over three afternoon sessions, kids engage in fun activities that stimulate their brain such as logical reasoning puzzles, Lego, and acting
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Orange County's Yost Theater is a concert and event venue that hosts a variety of events and programs. It features D.J.s and dancing, live music, theatrical productions, and even MMA and sporting events.
8.1 Miles
With a world-class gymnasium and dedicated and professional staff, Wildfire Gymnastics offers opportunities for both beginners and elite gymnasts. The venue offers birthday activities, access to many competitions, and open gym for unlimited practice.
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1801 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92701
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The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park houses an extensive collection of animals, birds and reptiles as well as numerous interactive experiences that adults and kids can enjoy. The zoo features a rainforest maze, a conservation education theater and a zoofari express train ride.
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Visitors can see quite a few animals at Santa Ana Zoo, such as a bald eagle, anteater, camel, and many monkeys. Kids can also ride the carousel or train, visit the children's farm and play on the playground.
8.5 Miles
Popular for surf and bare-handed fishing, the Bolsa Chica State Beach is also suited for RV camping, basketball games and bicycle riding, among others. It is also a popular place for wildlife and bird watching.
8.5 Miles
A complete disc golf course is available at Frontier Park. Visitors to the park can also access outdoor fitness equipment, a shaded picnic area with tables, children's playground equipment, and public restrooms.
8.7 Miles
At Arena Soccer Parks, visitors can join a variety of adult leagues or enroll their children in youth leagues. The park has a pro shop with gear from the LA Galaxy and Manchester United.
8.7 Miles
A spacious recreational park, Garden Grove park hosts a variety of youth and adult sports leagues. The park features basketball courts, a softball/baseball diamond, volley courts, tennis courts, walking trails, and a playground.
8.9 Miles
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Bowers Museum of Cultural Art
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2002 N. Main St. at 20th St., Santa Ana, CA
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Touted as Orange County's finest cultural museum, the Bowers Museum of Cultural Art has a lot to offer both tourists and locals. The museum offers exhibits ranging from Chinese history to art from the Pacific Islands, as well as early Californian artifacts, art and sculptures.
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Founded in 1936, the Bowers Museum is a historical museum dedicated to celebrating international cultures through art. Exhibits at the museum include ancient Terra Cotta Warriors, artifacts from lost civilizations, and artwork.