Encourage the kids to take an interest in nature at The Ecology Center. They'll learn about the plants, animals and places that make the local area so vital to protect.

You'll soon discover why this San Juan Capistrano place to learn about the environment is popular with travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point Harbor, and San Clemente Pier are in this area as well. They won't take very long to get to from The Ecology Center.

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Crescent Bay Inn

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The staff are nice. Our room is clean. The property is a little bit dated and needs a little bit of sprucing up.

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Pacific Edge Hotel

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Limited parking and parking lines were too narrow, drive a Prius or Corolla next time you want to book this place. Parking filled by 9pm.

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Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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Mission San Juan Capistrano

Once a religious and agricultural community of a thousand, this mission is now an Orange County historic cultural hub.

Lovely place for a pic nic, get tan and swim

Doheny State Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Doheny State Beach during your travels in Dana Point? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Lantern Bay County Park

After visiting Lantern Bay County Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dana Point. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots.

The Coach House

Get tickets for a show at The Coach House, a theater with a story to tell in San Juan Capistrano. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Mission Bell Dog Run

Mission Bell Dog Run is just one of the places to see in San Juan Capistrano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Los Rios Historic District

You can find out about the history of San Juan Capistrano with a trip to Los Rios Historic District. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.