Things to do
Find something for everyone to enjoy, with a wide range of activities for all ages. Whether you're hitting the shops for the latest trends, catching the perfect wave while surfing, or exploring family-friendly attractions, the area offers endless possibilities for fun and adventure.
A world-class retail experience that epitomizes the Newport Beach style, with a curated set of ultra-premium designer boutiques and purveyors of luxury goods.
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Corona del Mar State Beach is a popular place for swimmers. The half-mile long sandy beach is framed by cliffs and a rock jetty that forms the east entrance to Newport Harbor. The beach is also popular with surfers and divers.
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The Wedge Newport Beach is a hot spot for powerful and awesome surf. An area known for its shore-breaking waves, the Wedge is more a place to admire than to engage. Either way, this spot with the biggest swell in Southern California is a must see when you visit Newport Beach.
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The Recreation Department actively services the entire community through it's various recreation and sports activities, & sports facilities, overseeing the Martin Recreation Center, Cardines Baseball Field, Freebody Park Sports Complex, as well as park activities at smaller ball fields and parks located throughout the city.
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Since 1919, Balboa Island Ferry has provided continuous service for drivers and passengers in vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians between Balboa Island and Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach, California. Crossings approximate 800 feet. Via bridges, an alternate route is possible; but the traveling distance increases up to six miles. Many choose the ferry's direct route and scenic crossing.
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We all need some fun in our lives and that’s why we are restoring this iconic destination where good times are had and memories have been made for generations. As the new owners, we are a local family who is honored to lead the preservation of the Balboa Fun Zone, and to work with the city and community of Newport Beach over the next couple of years to breathe new life into this 80-year-old landmark. Be sure to check out our latests events to see what is happening at the Fun Zone!
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