Ray’s guidebook
Themeparks
Everyone needs a reason to visit "The Happiest Place on Earth" so why not take advantage of the short 25 min drive while visiting :)
182 locals recommend
Disneyland Park
Everyone needs a reason to visit "The Happiest Place on Earth" so why not take advantage of the short 25 min drive while visiting :)
Knott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach Blvd
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaSan Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley RdLEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrShopping
If you're looking for a place to shop, Fashion Island has a wide range of stores like Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus, Macy's and more! Our outdoor mall offers plenty of restaurant options and beautiful views of the ocean.
719 locals recommend
Newport Center/Fashion Island
401 Newport Center DrIf you're looking for a place to shop, Fashion Island has a wide range of stores like Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus, Macy's and more! Our outdoor mall offers plenty of restaurant options and beautiful views of the ocean.
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StIrvine Spectrum Center
Local Spot
Welcome to one of the most famous surf spots in Southern California. Producing waves up to 30ft high, here you can witness a true taste of the California surf. Grab a beach towel and head on down to the end of the peninsula to check out our local surfers and our beautiful beaches.
106 locals recommend
The Wedge
E OceanfrontWelcome to one of the most famous surf spots in Southern California. Producing waves up to 30ft high, here you can witness a true taste of the California surf. Grab a beach towel and head on down to the end of the peninsula to check out our local surfers and our beautiful beaches.
This recently renovated part of the peninsula is truly a hidden gem. Lido is located at the beginning of the peninsula and only a 15 min walk from our house. Here you can find an eclectic range of restaurants like our favorite, Malibu Farms, for fresh farm to table options and gorgeous harbor views. Another local favorite is Zinqué for hands down our favorite coffee EVER! Lido is also a great place to check out some of our local boutiques.
54 locals recommend
Lido Marina Village
3434 Via LidoThis recently renovated part of the peninsula is truly a hidden gem. Lido is located at the beginning of the peninsula and only a 15 min walk from our house. Here you can find an eclectic range of restaurants like our favorite, Malibu Farms, for fresh farm to table options and gorgeous harbor views. Another local favorite is Zinqué for hands down our favorite coffee EVER! Lido is also a great place to check out some of our local boutiques.
Great place to sit, work and enjoy an amazing cup of coffee! One of our favorite local coffee shops.
10 locals recommend
KIT Coffee
1617 Westcliff DrGreat place to sit, work and enjoy an amazing cup of coffee! One of our favorite local coffee shops.
Food Scene
This is a great place to shop and dine with ocean front views! Our personal favorite is Ola Mexican Kitchen.
213 locals recommend
Pacific City
21010 Pacific Coast HwyThis is a great place to shop and dine with ocean front views! Our personal favorite is Ola Mexican Kitchen.
Truly a hole in the wall local gem! Make sure to check this place out for brunch and try their breakfast burrito and famous chai latte with almond milk. Try to get there before 11am to avoid the crowd. It is worth the wait!
79 locals recommend
Alta Coffee
506 31st StTruly a hole in the wall local gem! Make sure to check this place out for brunch and try their breakfast burrito and famous chai latte with almond milk. Try to get there before 11am to avoid the crowd. It is worth the wait!
Bear Flag Fish Company
3421 Via LidoTHE BEST POKE AND FISH TACOS EVER. Must, must go!
This place is worth the drive! If you're taking time to visit Disney, make sure to stop by this place afterwards. It's down the street from Disneyland and offers a wide range of casual restaurants. We like to think of it as a modern, hip food court with some of the best food in OC! If you're looking for some adventure, try to find the speakeasy (known as The Blind Rabbit) hidden inside.
27 locals recommend
Anaheim Packing District
440 South Anaheim BoulevardThis place is worth the drive! If you're taking time to visit Disney, make sure to stop by this place afterwards. It's down the street from Disneyland and offers a wide range of casual restaurants. We like to think of it as a modern, hip food court with some of the best food in OC! If you're looking for some adventure, try to find the speakeasy (known as The Blind Rabbit) hidden inside.
SOCIAL Costa Mesa
512 W 19th StNobu Newport Beach
3450 Via Oporto
Malibu Farm Lido
3420 Via OportoZinqué
3446 Via Oporto