The entire family will enjoy learning about nature at Ocean Institute. Discover facts about animals and plants and how to help take care of the environment.

You'll soon see why this Dana Point place to learn about the environment is popular with travelers. If you're searching for more to see and do here, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point Harbor, and San Clemente Pier are in this area as well. They won't take you very long to reach from Ocean Institute.

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Hyatt Regency Irvine

Irvine Business Complex

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Jul 25 - Jul 31

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Portland (PDX) to Orange County (SNA)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Loved my stay and would stay here again !! Very clean !!

Reviewed on May 18, 2024

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

Balboa Peninsula

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Jun 26 - Jul 1

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Seattle (SEA) to Orange County (SNA)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

We really liked the patio and deck, as well as the view of the beach.

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Sonesta Irvine

Irvine Business Complex

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Jul 25 - Jul 31

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Portland (PDX) to Orange County (SNA)

8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

The pillows are hard and too big

Reviewed on May 21, 2024

Browse tours and tickets to explore Ocean Institute

Tours & day trips

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Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Laguna Beach Backroads Electric Bike Tour

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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Laguna Beach SUP Lesson and Tour

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Luxury Catamaran Sunset and Wine Cruise from Dana Point

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