What to do in Huntington Beach, CA

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Huntington Beach Attractions

There are opportunities for fun almost everywhere you look in Huntington Beach. From thrilling excursions to fascinating tourist attractions, this delightful city packs a punch. Ready to start planning your travel itinerary?

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Most popular experiences in Huntington Beach

Theme parks

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Disneyland® Resort Tickets

Disneyland® Resort Tickets

Activity duration is 1 day
4.3 out of 5 with 1449 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $167per adult
Disneyland® Resort Tickets

Cruises & boat tours

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Catalina Express Round-Trip Ferry Service: Long Beach or San Pedro to Avalo...

Catalina Express Round-Trip Ferry Service: Long Beach or San Pedro to Avalo...

Activity duration is 1 hour
3.8 out of 5 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $84per adult
Catalina Express Round-Trip Ferry Service: Long Beach or San Pedro to Avalo...

Spa & wellness

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Couples Spa Package in Newport Beach with Appetizers and Wine

Couples Spa Package in Newport Beach with Appetizers and Wine

Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $259per traveler*
Couples Spa Package in Newport Beach with Appetizers and Wine

Wildlife & nature

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Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours

Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours

Activity duration is 9 hours
5.0 out of 5 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $190per adult
Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours

History & culture

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Small-Group Hollywood, LA Beaches & Filming Location Tour from Anaheim

Small-Group Hollywood, LA Beaches & Filming Location Tour from Anaheim

Activity duration is 10 hours
4.6 out of 5 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $89per adult
Small-Group Hollywood, LA Beaches & Filming Location Tour from Anaheim

Huntington Beach Attractions Information

Number of things to do
103
Things to do from
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Cheapest thing to do
LA Angels Baseball Game Ticket at Angel Stadium
Top 5 things to do
Top 5 things to do under $25
Top 5 things to do with kids

What to do in Huntington Beach

Free Things to Do in Huntington Beach

Traveling on a tight budget in Huntington Beach? Spend time, not money, on terrific experiences.

Huntington Beach Public Library - Flick through your guidebook and discover why this place is worth adding to your must-see list.

Huntington Beach Beaches - Devour your favorite novel or listen to some playlists while you're catching those rays.

Huntington Beach State Park - Bring along your camera and let Mother Nature awaken a sense of wonder in you.

Best Friend Dog Park - Renew your mind and soul by spending some time with Mother Nature.

Things to Do in Huntington Beach with Kids

There are plenty of awesome experiences in Huntington Beach that the whole gang will love. Here are a few of the top family friendly experiences around.

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Huntington Beach on a sunny day?
When the weather is fine, these experiences are impossible to resist:


What to do in Huntington Beach on a rainy day?
Try out a couple of these indoor activities and turn a dark, rainy day into an adventure:


What is Huntington Beach famous for?
Take a family happy snap at Huntington State Beach — it’s a well-known local attraction.
What should I not miss in Huntington Beach?
Huntington Beach Pier is one sight you won’t want to jump back on that plane without dropping by.
Are there cheap things to do in Huntington Beach?
You’ll find plenty of fun experiences here that’ll catch your eye if you’re sticking to a budget:


What can you do in Huntington Beach for free?
You could store your cash in the hotel safe for the day, because these terrific attractions will cost you nothing at all:

  • Huntington Beach Pier
  • Bella Terra
  • Main Street
  • Huntington Dog Beach

Popular places to visit

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Huntington Beach Pier

4.5/5(1,679 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Huntington Beach Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Huntington Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Huntington Beach Pier
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Main Street

4.5/5(293 reviews)

During your visit to Huntington Beach, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Main Street. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area, or enjoy its surfing spots.

Main Street
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Bella Terra

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Bella Terra during your trip to Huntington Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Bella Terra
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Golden West College

Walk around the campus at Golden West College during your visit to Huntington Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Golden West College
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Huntington Beach State Park

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Huntington Beach State Park, a lovely green space in Huntington Beach. Attend a sporting event while in this walkable area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Huntington Beach State Park
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Huntington Central Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Huntington Central Park and enjoy the surfing in Huntington Beach. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Huntington Central Park
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Huntington Beach Wetlands

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Huntington Beach Wetlands during your trip to Huntington Beach. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Huntington Beach Wetlands
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SeaCliff Country Club

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Huntington Beach at SeaCliff Country Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

SeaCliff Country Club
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Pacific City

4.5/5(40 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pacific City during your visit to Huntington Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Pacific City

Areas of Huntington Beach

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Sunset Beach

4/5(155 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Sunset Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Knott's Berry Farm and Disney California Adventure® Park.

Sunset Beach
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Huntington Harbour

You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Huntington Harbour. You might want to make time for a stop at Knott's Berry Farm or Disney California Adventure® Park.

Huntington Harbour
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Yorktown

While visiting Yorktown, you might make a stop by sights like Disney California Adventure® Park and Disneyland® Resort.

Yorktown
They call this the "Are You kidding Me Grilled Cheese".

Bolsa Chica-Heil

While visiting Bolsa Chica-Heil, you might make a stop by sights like Knott's Berry Farm and Disney California Adventure® Park.

Bolsa Chica-Heil
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Garfield

4/5(54 area reviews)

While visiting Garfield, you might make a stop by sights like Disney California Adventure® Park and Disneyland® Resort.

Garfield
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Washington

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Washington, Disney California Adventure® Park and Disneyland® Resort are top sights worth seeing.

Washington
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Day trip destinations from Huntington Beach

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Seal Beach

Boomers Fountain Valley featuring signage

Fountain Valley

Segerstrom Center for the Arts featuring signage, art and modern architecture

Costa Mesa

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Westminster

Newport Beach which includes a sandy beach, landscape views and tropical scenes

Newport Beach