
The Best Spots to Explore Along Metrolink's Orange County Line
Here's a lineup of some of the best spots to explore along Metrolink's Orange County line.
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Family
San Juan Capistrano
Los Rios Historic District
San Juan Capistrano StationThis is the oldest neighborhood in California, with three original adobe structures among the forty remaining homes.
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Food & Beverage
San Juan Capistrano
Heritage Barbecue
San Juan Capistrano StationHeritage Barbecue serves small batches of hand-crafted central-Texas-style barbecue smoked meats prepared over a real wood fire.
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Outdoors
Oceanside
Oceanside
Oceanside StationThis classic laid-back SoCal beach city boasts fantastic year-round weather, surfer vibes and spectacular sandy beaches.
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Arts & Culture
Irvine
Irvine Spectrum
Irvine StationThis enormous outdoor mall in Irvine is well-known for its impressive architecture and seemingly endless opportunities for entertainment.
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Accomodations
Orange
The Richland Hotel
Orange StationThe Richland is a newly reimagined boutique hotel and events venue in the heart of the historic Orange Plaza in Old Towne Orange.
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Food & Beverage
San Juan Capistrano
Sundried Tomato San Juan Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano StationThis iconic San Juan Capistrano restaurant serves an “all-day menu,” and feels like a trip to a trendy European bistro.
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Accomodations
San Juan Capistrano
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano StationThe historic and luxurious boutique hotel in San Juan Capistrano directly overlooks the city's 240-year-old mission.
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Outdoors
Dana Point
Doheny Beach Trail
San Clemente StationThe 3.9-mile paved out-and-back trail is a flat, family-friendly route along the coast featuring gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean and the beach.
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Outdoors
Fullerton
Fullerton Loop Biking & Hiking Trail
Fullerton StationThe Fullerton Loop Biking and Hiking Trail is a beautiful destination for a walk or bike ride.
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Outdoors
San Clemente
San Clemente Pier
San Clemente Pier StationAt this seaside destination, visitors will find sunsets, ocean view dining and epic coastal sights.
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Arts & Culture
Santa Ana
Bowers Museum
Santa Ana StationThe museum's permanent collection includes more than 100,000 objects.
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Arts & Culture
San Juan Capistrano
Mission San Juan Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano StationThis former Spanish mission was founded in 1776 in colonial Las Californias by Spanish Catholic missionaries of the Franciscan Order.
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Arts & Culture
Orange
City of Orange Farmers Market
Orange StationThe Saturday OHG Farmer's & Artisans Market offers locals and visitors a welcoming place to buy fresh food and gather as a community.
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Family
Santa Ana
Santa Ana Zoo
Santa Ana StationThis family-friendly, smaller scale sized zoo is located in Orange County.
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Food & Beverage
Anaheim
Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles
Anaheim - ARTIC StationRoscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles is a famed Los Angeles institution known for serving soul food in an authentic setting.
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Family
Santa Ana
Calle Cuatro Marketplace, or "La Cuatro"
Santa Ana StationLocated in Downtown Santa Ana on Fourth Street, Calle Cuatro Marketplace, also known as “La Cuatro,” features street vendors, cafes, world-renowned restaurants and a gift shop.
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Arts & Culture
Oceanside
Mission San Luis Rey de Francia
Oceanside StationThe Mission San Luis Rey de Francia holds the title “King of the Missions,” due to its spacious expansiveness, architectural beauty, and picturesque Oceanside surroundings.
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Garden Grove, CA
Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
Anaheim - ARTIC StationThis year-round 84-degree, 105,000 square foot indoor water park features 16 thrill rides and water slides to enjoy.
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Arts & Culture
Orange
Orange Circle Antique Mall
Orange StationThis antique mall in Old Towne Orange stands out for its 125 vendors across two floors selling everything from estate jewelry and fine china to vintage clothing, pinup art, album covers and much more.
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Accomodations
Oceanside
Mission Pacific Hotel
Oceanside StationThe Mission Pacific Hotel is a serene seaside retreat with sweeping ocean sights on the coast of Oceanside.
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Accomodations
Oceanside
The Seabird Resort
Oceanside StationBring the family together for a beachside holiday celebration at The Seabird Resort.
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Outdoors
Oceanside
Oceanside Harbor
Oceanside StationExplore Oceanside Harbor to experience a range of seaside outdoor adventure opportunities.
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Outdoors
Buena Park
Coyote Creek Bikeway
Buena Park StationThis 5.8-mile out-and-back trail near Buena Park is considered an easy route that's fun for all skill levels.
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Outdoors
Anaheim
Angel Stadium
Anaheim - ARTIC StationAngel Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Angels, is the second oldest ballpark in the American League and the fourth oldest in baseball.
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Family
Anaheim
Disneyland
Anaheim - ARTIC StationDisneyland is known as the happiest place on Earth, offering a collection of adventures, rides and shows that are perfect for all ages to enjoy.
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Arts & Culture
Orange
The Outlets at Orange
Orange StationAs Orange County's only outlet shopping mall conveniently located in the middle of Orange County, this venue is home to more than 120 outlet and value stores.
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Food & Beverage
San Juan Capistrano
Trevor's at the Tracks
San Juan Capistrano StationThis legendary restaurant is located at the historic train depot in San Juan Capistrano.