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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Top hotels in Central City
Hilton Anaheim
Every thing was great!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Great rooms & friendly staff. They do charge another fee when you check in for hotel amenities ours was $70 total for 3 nights.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
room and staff was nice. I liked that they locked the doors at 10pm so the only way to enter is if you have a key card, makes the hotel feel more safe.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
When you arrive, the staff is very courteous. They made the check-in process very easy. When we got to the room, it was very clean and spacious. The checkout process was very easy because they sent you a link and once you click the link, you can choose to check out at the moment or at your checkout ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
I love the rooftop!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Solara Inn and Suites
Staff was wonderful and the facilities were clean. Super convenient ART access for Disneyland
Reviewed on 11 Jan 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.
