- 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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5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
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From the bubbling pits of tar and museum exhibits of sabre tooth tigers and giant sloths to the fishbowl lab where you can see the scientists working on fossils, Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits has something in store for all ages. They also have volunteer programs.
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Paramount Studios
860 N. Gower St. at Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
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Paramount Studios is one of the biggest-name studios in Los Angeles. You may be able to walk around the sets of your favorite shows, or catch a glimpse of a celebrity.
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The Mint
6010 W. Pico Blvd. at Crescent Heights Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90035
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The Mint is a popular nightlife destination. The drinks and food are available at a reasonable price although a minimum $10 food bill is required per person. With easy parking and friendly staff, it is a good place to socialize while listening to live music.
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Ballona Creek is a biking and walking pathway along a creek. Great for daytime exercise; avoid at night.
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In business since 1984, Action Watersports offers a full range of outdoor and water sport gear. The store features stand up paddle boards, kayaks, surf boards, and an array of beach accessories and apparel.
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Altadena's Summer of Surf is a beach camp and retreat that focuses on providing surfing lessons and experiences for families who might not otherwise get to go to the beach. The camp accepts only nine campers at a time.
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5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
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The largest art museum in the western United States, The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has over 120,000 objects dating from antiquity to the present. It features exhibitions, research facilities, and educational programs.
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Well known for its opulent historic homes and celebrity inhabitants, Los Feliz is a hillside neighborhood located in Los Angeles. It is adjacent to Hollywood, and is part of the Santa Monica Mountains.
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6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
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Not just for car lovers, Petersen Automotive Museum, features four floors and over 300,000 square feet of automobile display space. With one floor dedicated to the history of the automobile, and another dedicated to interactive learning exhibits, there is something here for everyone.
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The Forest Lawn Memorial Park is a famous cemetery that has dozens of Hollywood exhibits and tributes. There is also an on site flower shop and museum that showcases work from many renowned artists.