Welcome to Anaheim

Anaheim, California — the heart of Orange County. Where the Angels^® and the Anaheim Ducks^® duke it out, where Mickey and his pals reside, and where the sun shines year-round. From exhilarating thrills to laid-back eats, few cities match up to what Anaheim has to offer. In fact, staying in Anaheim puts you in the middle of all of Southern California’s highlights without the gridlock traffic of more metropolitan areas like Los Angeles or San Diego. Truth is, any trip to Southern California would not be complete without some time in Anaheim.

Exploring the City

Anaheim is a mid-sized city, but it boasts the culture and excitement of California’s major metros.

Known for family-friendly attractions like Disneyland_® Park and Disney California Adventure^® Park, Anaheim also offers delightful options for all travelers. From delicious cuisine at the Anaheim Packing House, to an ice-cold beer at the Packard Building, a visit to Anaheim’s historical Packing District is a can’t miss.

But that’s not all! The choices for dining in Anaheim cover cuisines from around the world and the craft brewing scene here is among the most dynamic on the West Coast. 

Shopping in Anaheim offers more than your usual pacing through ordinary malls. The Anaheim GardenWalk is part shopping center, part green promenade, perfect for taking in the California sun.

The Beautiful Outdoors

In addition to its vibrant city life, Anaheim is close to beautiful beaches and snowy mountaintops. And though it’s near two of America’s largest cities, you don’t have to go anywhere else to find inspiring scenery.

Within Anaheim city limits, visitors can find a river, lakes and mountain foothills. Anaheim is also home to many great parks and nature areas where travelers can get a breath of fresh air. Walk along the Santa Ana River where locals can often be found fishing or jogging. Alongside the river is Yorba Linda Regional Park, which features four lakes, and hundreds of picnic tables offering opportunities for water recreation or just a contemplative escape.

And if you’re into hiking, head up into the Anaheim Hills to hike the forest trails of Oak Canyon Nature Center. 

Meet in Style

Here for a conference or event? The Anaheim Convention Center is the largest convention center on the West Coast and is adjacent to the Downtown Disney^® District and many of the best Anaheim hotels.

Whether you need conference rooms, a business center, reliable WiFi, or simply a comfortable lobby to meet your team, Anaheim has you covered. Best of all? Everything you need, including amazing restaurants, is nearby.

Staying in Anaheim is perfect for travelers that want to be close to all of Southern California’s greatest hits. Anaheim is at the center of it all.