ExplorOcean Tours



You'll have a great time while learning something new at ExplorOcean. The variety of hands-on exhibits and displays make it a great time for the whole family.

You'll have no end of sightseeing choices when staying in Balboa Peninsula. ExplorOcean is an ideal place to begin here, but there are loads of other worthy spots to check out. University of California, Irvine, Huntington State Beach, and Newport Pier are near the display of scientific achievements and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Best Lodging Options Near ExplorOcean

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

3 out of 5
105 Main St Newport Beach CA
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
25% Off Sept WkDays, Walk To Beach, Amazing Views!

25% Off Sept WkDays, Walk To Beach, Amazing Views!

Newport Beach CA
25% Off Sept WkDays, Walk To Beach, Amazing Views!
The Edgewater Condos by AvantStay

The Edgewater Condos by AvantStay

3 out of 5
Newport Beach CA
The Edgewater Condos by AvantStay
Oceanfront Home: Perfect for Large Groups/Families

Oceanfront Home: Perfect for Large Groups/Families

Newport Beach CA
Oceanfront Home: Perfect for Large Groups/Families
2 Bedroom upper unit at our Oceanfront Home  Newport Beach, California, United States

2 Bedroom upper unit at our Oceanfront Home Newport Beach, California, United States

Newport Beach CA
2 Bedroom upper unit at our Oceanfront Home Newport Beach, California, United States
6BR Oceanfront Retreat, Steps to Beach & Balboa Pier with AC!

6BR Oceanfront Retreat, Steps to Beach & Balboa Pier with AC!

Newport Beach CA
6BR Oceanfront Retreat, Steps to Beach & Balboa Pier with AC!
Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!

Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!

Newport Beach CA
Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!
One house from the sand,  situated between Newport and Balboa Piers.

One house from the sand, situated between Newport and Balboa Piers.

Newport Beach CA
One house from the sand, situated between Newport and Balboa Piers.
1002 E. Oceanfront | Biggest Oceanfront in Newport Sleeps 20

1002 E. Oceanfront | Biggest Oceanfront in Newport Sleeps 20

Newport Beach CA
1002 E. Oceanfront | Biggest Oceanfront in Newport Sleeps 20
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