Anaheim/OC Family Vacations

Anaheim/OC Family Travel Guide

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Anaheim/OC Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
  • Tackle the fun at Disneyland, California Adventure Park, and Knott's Berry Farm
  • Watch the experts catch waves at Surf City
  • Spot whales and other marine creatures on day sails with the Ocean Institute
  • Root for the Anaheim Angels baseball team
  • Discover the secrets of ancient Egyptian mummies at the Bowers Museum

Anaheim/OC Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

Anaheim, including surrounding Orange County, is a dream destination for families. Dubbed Southern California's playground ever since Disneyland opened more than 50 years ago, the region combines top theme parks with 42 miles of windblown coast.

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Hotels

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Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa on Disneyland Resort Property
1600 Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, CA 92802
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 1.9 Miles
(from destination center)
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Carousel Inn and Suites
1530 S Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92802
Hotel Class: 3 class stars
Distance: 1.8 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.2 out of 5 20 reviews
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Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa
900 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 15.2 Miles
(from destination center)
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3.4 out of 5 9 reviews
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Attractions

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Disneyland Park
1313 South Harbor Boulevard
Anaheim, California 92803-3232 Map
Distance: 1.6 Miles (from destination center)
Description: No visit to Southern California would be complete... Read More
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Disney's California Adventure
1600 Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, California 92802 Map
Distance: 2.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Located directly across from the original... Read More
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Discovery Science Center
2500 N Main St
Santa Ana, California 92705 Map
Distance: 5.2 Miles (from destination center)
Description: This complex provides kids with an opportunity to... Read More
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Anaheim/OC Vacation Rentals

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6 Bedroom VACATION HOME in ANAHEIM, CA 92899
Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 4 Sleeps: 14
Amenities: Air Conditioning, DVD Player, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Laundry, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Patio, Swimming Pool, VCR
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Anaheim Cottages near Disneyland and the Anaheim Convention Center
Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Sleeps: 4
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'A Magical Place - The Anaheim House'
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Sleeps: 6
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