Santa Ana, Orange County, CA

Places to go in Santa Ana

37 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Antonello Ristorante

Food & Drink

Antonello Ristorante

Classic Northern Italian menu is served in a ritzy space with an old-world Tuscan vibe.

3800 S Plaza Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Benchmark

Food & Drink

Benchmark

Eclectic New American fare & cocktails furnished in a convivial setting with a tree-shaded patio

601 E Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Bomo Koral Park

Outdoors

Bomo Koral Park

10-acre community park featuring a multi-sport playing field & a playground with swings.

900 W MacArthur Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA

Cabrillo Park

Outdoors

Cabrillo Park

Sprawling grassy space with shade trees, a baseball diamond & parking in a relaxed setting.

1820 E Fruit St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Cafe Cito

Food & Drink

Cafe Cito

400 W 4th St Ste B, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Candeeland Santa Ana

Family

Candeeland Santa Ana

2800 N Main St #504, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA

Carl Thornton Park

Outdoors

Carl Thornton Park

Green space featuring sports fields, a small lake & children's play area.

1801 W Segerstrom Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Centennial Park

Outdoors

Centennial Park

3000 W Edinger Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Chapter One: the modern local

Food & Drink

Chapter One: the modern local

Housed in an ex-book store, this modern tavern serves cocktails, beer & pub grub to a hip crowd.

227 N Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Crave Restaurant Downtown Santa Ana

Food & Drink

Crave Restaurant Downtown Santa Ana

Relaxed pick for health-conscious cafe fare, including veggie & gluten-free options, in bright digs.

410 W 4th St 1st Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Delhi Park

Outdoors

Delhi Park

2314 S Halladay St, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA

Den Cafe

Food & Drink

Den Cafe

Coffee shop with a bohemian vibe serving pastry, soup, sandwiches & burgers off the grill.

125 N Broadway D, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Downtown Santa Ana Historic District

Arts & Culture

Downtown Santa Ana Historic District

100 Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

El Salvador Park

Outdoors

El Salvador Park

1825 W Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92703, USA

EōS Fitness

Sports & Recreation

EōS Fitness

1501 N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA

Heritage Museum of Orange County

Arts & Culture

Heritage Museum of Orange County

Attraction featuring restored homes & buildings from the 1890s set amid extensive floral gardens.

3101 W Harvard St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Hidden House Coffee

Food & Drink

Hidden House Coffee

511 E Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Hopper & Burr

Food & Drink

Hopper & Burr

Stylish cafe offering a simple menu of java drinks & light fare in minimalist digs.

202 W 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Jerome Park

Outdoors

Jerome Park

Community spot features sports fields, trails, picnic areas & a recreation center with outdoor pool.

2115 W McFadden Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Lola Gaspar

Food & Drink

Lola Gaspar

Cozy tapas joint serves up Latin & Spanish small plates, plus creative cocktails, in a small space.

211 W 2nd St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Lyon Air Museum

Arts & Culture

Lyon Air Museum

Museum dedicated to rare vehicles showcases military motorcycles, automobiles & aircraft.

19300 Ike Jones Rd, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA

Madison Park

Outdoors

Madison Park

1528 S Standard Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA

MainPlace Mall

Shopping

MainPlace Mall

Spacious shopping center featuring department stores, a gym, a movie theater & a bowling alley.

2800 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA

Memorial Park

Outdoors

Memorial Park

Tree-filled green space featuring trails, a ball field & a basketball court, plus benches.

2102 S Flower St, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA