Irvine Research Center Travel Guide
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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
I had one of the best breakfast entrees, and unusual. Besides being very healthy and satisfying, it had a delicious crunch and taste so the cost was justified.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Great stay and will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Room was very clean and AC worked great.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Hard to get a good night sleep with so much noise. I stayed in the first floor, and I can hear foot steps from the second floor. Pool area is small compared to the other hotels in the area. Breakfast was ok.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Hotel Huntington Beach
I like the location close to fwy you dont here noise, u can see costco good for gas, is quiet 2nd time here good price, there was no little fridge, staff was friendly, parking was tight but there is free parking, there was breakfast not included,
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.