Located in Balboa Peninsula, this waterside attraction is well worth a look. But you'll find loads more to discover in the area. University of California, Irvine, Huntington State Beach, and Newport Pier are within easy reach of Balboa Pier.
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Parking is hard to get. Go early. Need an App to pay for parking
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Allow about 30 minutes to be sure you can arrive on time for the Catalina Flyer depending on traffic.
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