Destination Irvine
Southern California’s Hub
Irvine, only 45 miles south of Los Angeles and 80 miles north of San Diego, is Orange County’s hub ideally located within minutes of iconic beaches and famous theme parks. With a year-round coastal climate, in Irvine, visitors enjoy all the delights of city-life, along with the natural beauty of Irvine’s preserved open green spaces. Irvine boasts an award-winning, globally-inspired culinary scene, eclectic entertainment venues, and diverse shopping options. With its passenger-friendly airport, Orange County Airport (SNA), and being within an hour of other airports like LAX, Long Beach and Ontario, Irvine is an event planner’s dream. Irvine’s 23 hotels offer a full range of accommodations and more than 190,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. Not only is Irvine a fantastic meeting location, but it’s also the epicenter of sports in Orange County.. Great Park is Irvine’s premier sports park that features Great Park Balloon – a free, tethered helium balloon ride, many fields to accommodate all types of sports, ice rinks, soccer, and baseball stadiums. Irvine offers something for every type of traveler. Make the most of your time in Southern California and make Irvine the hub of your stay!
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View City GuidesDistance from airport
- John Wayne Orange County Airport
1 mi. from city center
- Long Beach Airport
20 mi. from city center
- Los Angeles International Airport
45 mi. from city center
Local Attractions
Pretend City Children's Museum
Orange County Great Park Hangar
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Additional Information
Let us Help You: Destination Irvine is a one-stop shop resource offering complimentary services to support your event. Complimentary Event Service Programs include: •RFP distribution •Event planning assistance •Site negotiations •Site visits •Contract negotiations •Familiarization tours •Off-site venue recommendations and more •Referrals to area restaurants, shopping and attractions Contact our knowledgeable staff for more detailed information and further assistance: