Central City
Santa Ana
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Santa Ana Zoo
Count the monkeys at this charming little zoo that promises to always house at least 50 primates.
Old Orange County Courthouse
You can browse the exhibits at Old Orange County Courthouse, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santa Ana. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Bowers Museum
This quirky little museum in Santa Ana hosts an eclectic mix of exhibitions from around the world.
Discovery Science Center
Head for the big black cube to find a place where science engages both mind and body.
Lyon Air Museum
Explore America's fascinating aviation history and take a close look at some of the rarest flying machines from around the world.
The Observatory
The Observatory is just one of the places to see in Santa Ana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Anaheim Ducks Ice Hockey Game at Honda Center
Top hotels in Central City
Hilton Anaheim
Clean rooms and the view was amazing
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Hotel key didn’t work 2 times and the
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Good
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
This is a great place overall. Lots of space, very comfortable and walkable to the parks (although not extremely close. It’s about a 15 minute walk). Was very, very disappointed, however, that the pool was closed for 6 weeks while we were there and we were not notified in advance.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
All was great! The walls are pretty thin so i was able to hear people next to me crystal clear.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Maya
Stunning, beautiful food was delicious. The views were amazing.!!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Henninger Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Henninger Park and surrounding area, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum.
Wilshire Square
When in Wilshire Square, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Santa Ana Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Santa Ana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Santa Ana and surrounding area, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum.
Artists Village
The restaurants and live music are just a few features travellers like about Artists Village. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum are a few top places to visit.
Riverview
While Riverview may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bowers Museum and The Outlets at Orange.
Lacy
When in Lacy, you can plan a visit to Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
