Little Saigon
Garden Grove is located in the heart of Little Saigon, the largest and most vibrant Vietnamese Community in North America. In fact, Orange County’s Little Saigon is one of the largest and richest ethnic communities of any kind in the United States. The shopping centers here are filled with energetic Vietnamese eateries, bakeries, and cafes. Don’t leave without trying some Bahn mi sandwiches and some rich, buzzy Vietnamese coffee.
Eat Together
Come together over food and drinks at SteelCraft. This food hall unites local eateries and offers a delightful communal dining space. From ice cream in “Puffle Cones” at Cauldron Ice Cream to Mole Duck Confit Tacos at Renegade Taco, Steelcraft offers everything your heart and taste buds desire.
Historical Attractions
The Christ Cathedral (formerly known as the Crystal Cathedral) was the largest glass building in the world when it was unveiled in 1981 and remains one of the most beautiful houses of worship in Southern California. It houses one of the largest musical instruments in the world, the Hazel Wright Organ.
The Garden Amp is one of the area’s great outdoor venues, and it is home to Anaheim’s local bard festival, Shakespeare Orange County. The Gem Theatre is a charming, intimate venue for showings of new and classic plays. Given the proximity to Hollywood, the talent level is sky-high here.
Staying in Garden Grove
The Great Wolf Lodge Garden Grove is a destination for families. This Southern California location features dozens of thrilling water slides and pools, laser tag, mini-golf, an arcade, a Build-A-Bear Workshop, plus a full schedule of fun activities, classes, and entertaining shows for children.
Garden Grove is right next to Anaheim, so it makes a fine alternative to staying in the city. Garden Grove is a great place to stay if you’d want to get a taste of local character in Orange County, while still having easy access to the top attractions that Anaheim is known for.
