Irvine, Orange County, CA
Places to go in Irvine
15 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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Aldrich Park
Circular, 19-acre botanical garden in the center of UC Irvine, site of many ceremonies & events.
Irvine, CA 92697, USA
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Beacon Park
501 Benchmark, Irvine, CA 92618, USA
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Citrus Ranch Park
Park with a lemon orchard, a playground, picnic areas with grills & a hilltop gazebo with views.
2910 Portola Pkwy, Tustin, CA 92782, USA
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Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park
Spacious park with athletic fields such as baseball diamonds & tennis courts, plus an amphitheater.
Bill Barber Memorial Park, 4 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606, USA
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Great Park
Public space popular for a huge helium balloon tethered to the ground offering views from up high.
8000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine, CA 92618, USA
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Great Park Balloon Ride
Great Park, Balloon Ride-Parking lot #3, 8307 Great Park Blvd, Irvine, CA 92618, USA
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Heritage Community Park
36-acre park offering lighted sports fields, 3 pools, playground, picnic space & a community center.
14301 Yale Ave, Irvine, CA 92604, USA
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IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary
Wetlands cover 300 acres at this tranquil preserve that has 12 miles of trails & 200+ bird species.
Parking lot, 5 Riparian View, Irvine, CA 92612, USA
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Jeffrey Open Space Trail
Approximately 5-mi. paved trail through parkland for walking, jogging & cycling.
13252 Jeffrey Rd, Irvine, CA 92620, USA
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North Lake Park
4615 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92604, USA
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Parasol Park
375 Magnet, Irvine, CA 92618, USA
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Quail Hill Trailhead
Leashed pets are allowed on this popular loop trail for hiking, jogging & biking with city views.
34 Shady Canyon Dr, Irvine, CA 92603, USA
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Sweet Shade Neighborhood Park
Small park with play & picnic areas, 2 basketball courts & a rentable multi-use building.
15 Sweet Shade, Irvine, CA 92606, USA
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Turtle Rock Community Park
Play areas, tennis, volleyball & basketball courts, picnic hubs, plus an amphitheater & rec room.
1 Sunnyhill, Irvine, CA 92603, USA
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William R Mason Regional Park
Park has 300+ acres for picnics, softball, volleyball, golf, hiking & biking, toddler play & more.
18712 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612, USA