Costa Mesa Things to Do

Located on the western edge of the campus, this garden with its Japanese touch, provides a tranquil setting. Built in the name of the late Mr. Miller, the funds were contributed to the University by his wife. It remains closed... more

The perfect thing to do on a bright sunny day is to head to this place for a breath of fresh air! The admission is free for the green sprawling gardens. Once you park your car, it's best to have a smoke there itself before ente... more

Two decades after the formation of the Los Angeles-Orange County State College in 1949, the City of Long Beach took up the responsibility of exclusively educating the Long Beach students by starting an autonomous university of... more

The campus of the California State University at Long Beach features one of the lesser-known but nicest and most accessible art museums in the region. The permanent collection comprises a large amount of works on paper from imp... more

Located inside the Seaport Marina Hotel very close to the ocean, Sachi, meaning happy in Japanese, is both a lounge and a nightclub. The lounge features daybeds and Atari games and is perfect for a low-key night. The nightclu... more

If you harbor dreams of riding waves but have never touched a surf board, the good people at Endless Summer Surf Camp are there to help. With programs in Newport Beach, San Onofre, and Costa Rica, the camps (ranging from one da... more

Liberate your dogs from their leashes and set them loose in this dog park, where they can play and run to their heart's delight. And for you, there's the Park Bench Cafe. This is a great place to go for a stroll and a wonderful... more

Naples island in Long Beach, located in the middle of Alamitos Bay, was the brainchild of Arthur Parson, who wanted to create a romantic spot that resembled Italy. He dug canals and built cozy cottage homes on the water. There... more

This club is located in the Best Western Golden Sails Hotel and features nightly entertainment with a little something for everyone. Monday is Latin dance night with lessons from 7p-9p and dancing to a live band from 9p-midnigh... more

Located in a restored Victorian home, this restaurant serves luncheon and classic high tea. There are four dining rooms and a tea garden in front. The in-house art gallery features artwork by owner, Audrey Heredia. Meals are m... more