Irvine Research Center Travel Guide
Irvine
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Popular places to visit
Irvine Spectrum Center
During your visit to Irvine, you can do some window-shopping at Irvine Spectrum Center. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and cosy cafes.
Orange County Great Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Orange County Great Park, a lovely green space in Irvine. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Lyon Air Museum
See some of the rarest flying machinery left over from World War II and learn about the United States’ role in aviation history.
Pretend City Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Pretend City Children's Museum during your travels to Irvine.
University of California, Irvine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of California, Irvine during your visit to Irvine. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Concordia University
Walk around the campus at Concordia University during your stay in Irvine. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.
Things to do
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Top hotels in Irvine Research Center
Hilton Anaheim
Great location!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
There’s a shuttle that takes you to and back from Disneyland every 15-30 minutes. The room wasn’t so clean. I had other dogs’ kibble leftovers on the floor. Overnight parking is $25 plus tax. Pet fee is one time $150 (one to two dogs). Staff members were very nice. The Hanagi sushi place was DELICIOUS! ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
At this particular Motel 6, housekeeping shows up every other day. Not each day. Plan on getting your extra shower towels at front desk if needed. Check to see if they booked your room access card (key to your room) for the proper amount of days of your stay. We had to get them to get us new keys ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Great room
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
This property was really nice. Wish the rooms came with a mini fridge at least to keep drinks and snacks.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Anaheim Resort Suites
Great place to stay for traveling families
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irvine Research Center
Irvine Spectrum
If you're spending some time in Irvine Spectrum, Irvine Spectrum Center and Giant Wheel at Irvine Spectrum Center are top sights worth seeing.
Irvine Industrial Complex-East
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Irvine Industrial Complex-East and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Arden-Modjeska Historic Site.
Quail Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Quail Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Strawberry Farms Golf Club.
East Irvine
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Irvine and surrounding area, you can visit Orange County Great Park and Oak Creek Golf Course.
Shady Canyon
While Shady Canyon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Strawberry Farms Golf Club and Tanaka Farms.
Oak Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oak Creek Golf Course and Orange County Great Park.