Location: Garden Grove
Top Things to do in Garden Grove
Top 10 Things to do in Garden Grove, United States
Garden Grove is a city in northern Orange County, California, United States, located 34 miles (55 km) southeast of the city of Los Angeles. The population was 170,883 at the 2010 United States Census. State Route 22, also known as the Garden Grove Freeway, passes through the city in an east-west direction. The western portion of the city is known as West Garden Grove.
Restaurants in Garden Grove
1. Disney California Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Experience the thrill of the an old wooden rollercoaster, but with modern twists, turns and technology, at "California Screamin." Or enjoy a live performance by your favorite characters at Disney's newest theme park, featuring a slew of exciting rides and family entertainment.
Reviewed By 2again - Chatham, Illinois
Disney knows how to run a park. We had a great morning here and then went to Disneyland. We wish we had more time. For some advice, read my review of Disneyland. Enjoy!!!
2. Crystal Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4 based on 238 reviews
Unique cathedral composed of 10,000 panes of glass forming a four-pointed star.
Reviewed By c17360
This landmark has three distinct buildings each by a well known designer. The ownership changed only recently to the Catholic Church. The newest structure was designed by Richard Meier whose design are all over the world. The original 'crystal cathedral' was designed by Phillip Johnson many years back. It is quite spectacular. This leads to the original church building that was designed by Richard Neutra which also includes a bell tower. Each building has its unique quality that represented that particular period. Enjoy.
3. Disneyland Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Welcome to the place where imagination is the destination. For young and old, big and small — it's the happiest place on earth! Come build memories with your family that last a lifetime as you discover the wonder of this magical, fantastical world. When you enter the lands that comprise Disneyland Park, stories come to life around you, immersing you in tales from some of your favorite Disney films.
Reviewed By Chris A - Columbia, Missouri
Expectations were high for the entire family and Disneyland did not disappoint.
We’d been to Disneyworld in FL but never Disneyland. We really liked the smaller size of Disneyland. The weather was perfect during the day but got chilly at night. Not sure what we were thinking but we didn’t bring enough layers so most of us were pretty cold by the end of the day.
4. Bowers Museum of Cultural Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 342 reviews
Exhibits specialize in the art of the world's indigenous peoples.
Reviewed By Linda C - Moorpark, California
We've been to the Bower's numerous times since we frequently return for special exhibits. They currently have a wonderful exhibit of treasures from the Summer Palace, revolving around Cixi (pronounced she she), a fascinating ruler of the Qing Dynasty who reigned roughly during the same period as Queen Victoria. The items are varied and many are quite remarkable. We had lunch there at Tangata, which will validate your parking, saving you $6. The food and service are always excellent. I read a scholarly book on Cixi before our visit, which made it even more interesting but you might also just do a quick online search to learn more about her and the period. Allow time for the other exhibits and permanent collection if you're able.
5. Radiator Springs Racers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Dmarkwind - Kansas City, Missouri
It’s amazing how they’ve brought the world of Cars to life and make you feel as it you’re really in a southwestern landscape complete with ancient car fin-shaped flatirons! (But if you look really closely, you can see that a group of pigeons like to hang out on one of those formations. LOL.) This was easily our group’s favorite ride of the California Adventure park, and even my 75+ mother was up for going twice! It’s kind of like a cross between one of the storybook rides of Disneyland, and the Indiana Jones Adventure, although this doesn’t jerk you around as much as that ride does. You start off with a slow ride through some scenes from the movie, but you ride in a large stylized and independent vehicle (not like a regular roller coaster car) which holds up to six people, and you end with a race through that Cars scenery. It’s fun and is over way too quick. When we got to this ride, there was a 90-minute wait in the regular line, but the attendant said if our group of three used the single riders line and rode separately to help fill in the car capacity, we could get on much quicker. We did that and were through the line and riding within 15 minutes. We did the same thing later when there was a two-hour wait in the regular line and were riding within 30 minutes.
6. Paint the Night
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By v_becks5 - Canada
This parade is so good, fun, and upbeat. Thankfully a cast member told us to get a seat a couple hours early so my friend and I took turns saving a spot and it was definitely worth it. The music is great, Owl City, and the characters were all so fun!
I saw this parade in July of 2015, the review is coming a little late....but for when the parade comes back, be sure to check it out. It is really well done already and they will be adding some new things to it.
7. The Outlets at Orange
Overall Ratings
4 based on 693 reviews
The Outlets at Orange, Orange County’s only outlet shopping destination, is home to more than 120 outlet and value retail stores including Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Last Call by Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom Rack, Off Broadway Shoes, DKNY, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and more. The Outlets at Orange also offers fun and entertainment for the entire family with over 25 incredible eateries plus a Vans Skate Park, Dave & Buster's, Lucky Strike Bowling and a huge AMC 30 Theatre with IMAX.
Reviewed By dyhx - Singapore
A small outlet that one can finish in just about 5 hrs or so. Most outlets offer additional discount coupons but here, they sell it for USD5 for a pack of coupons at selective brands.
This is a convenient outlet mall for those visiting Anaheim, just a short 5min Uber ride away from Sheraton Park (which is near Disneyland and Anaheim convention center). The ART bus route 16 also brings one here in about 20mins.
8. Pirates of the Caribbean
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By Shannon R - Whanganui, New Zealand
Disneyland is full of rides that are visually interesting and obviously have had hours of work poured into them to create those extra little details taht make them sttand out from other theme parks, this is no exception.
The ride seems to go on forever, a new scene around every corner keeps you inteerested right to the very end. There's even a little drop that takes you by surprise, hinting at a more aggressive ride than it actually is. It was a welcome relief to be entirely inside on a hot day after we had queued for 30 minutes. Like so mnay rides we would have oved to go again but with only 2 days at teh park it just isn't possible.
9. World of Color - Celebrate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By Canuckd0wnunder - Newcastle, Australia
Did the dessert party and felt it was good value. Had party of four including two youngish children. We arrived about 7:30 for an 8:15 booking. We waited in line and were asked as we checked in if we wanted a high or low table. Based on reviews, requested a high table. Note there are about two high tables that sit directly behind other high tables. The rest are positioned behind low tables. Worth checking when you go in. Food was lovely, albeit a bit skimpy. Another few crackers or bread sticks would not have gone astray. Server was lovely. Show was outstanding. Best part was just relaxing in chairs for the entirety. With tax and tip included we felt it was good value. People who have reservations must cancel 24 hours prior to start of show so if you can't get reservations, don't give up. Just keep checking. I managed to get a booking four days before show.
10. Fantasmic!
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 868 reviews
Reviewed By Karen S - Downers Grove, Illinois
This show was worth the hour wait. Since we had Fantasmic Dining package preferred seats (on the ground), our view was just incredible. I would highly recommend a dining package for the view with the Fastpasses that come with the meal. The show was amazing, lights, water, fireworks, ships, just wonderful.
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