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California Welcome Centres in Orange County
Known as The OC, Orange County is located in the heart of Southern California – the geographic centre of beautiful places and bountiful attractions. With 42 miles of breathtaking beaches, legendary theme parks, world-class shopping, renowned arts and California cuisine, The OC entices visitors with endless discoveries. The California Welcome Center Buena Park is situated just 5 miles from Disneyland®, 15 miles/24 kilometres from Huntington Beach, 20 miles/32 kilometres from John Wayne Airport and 20 miles from Los Angeles.
California Welcome Center - Buena Park
California Welcome Center - Buena Park
Small town charm, big time fun
With so much to see and do in the OC, a stopover at the California Welcome Center Buena Park is a must for visitors. Located in the historic Stage Stop Hotel, built in 1890, the hotel was once a popular overnight rest stop for stagecoach travelers and now continues its legacy of assisting Orange County visitors.
The charming town of Buena Park is home to the lovable Snoopy at Knott’s Berry Farm, Knott’s Soak City Waterpark, several interactive dinner shows –Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Pirate’s Dinner Adventure and Teatro Martini, Los Coyotes Interpretive Center and the Nutrilite Health Institute.
The center’s friendly staff can assist travelers with driving directions and dining and local landmark recommendations. Visitors can also pick up free city maps, destination travel guides, attraction brochures, computer and internet access, purchase California merchandise and book last minute hotel rooms.
Save time and money by getting your discounted attraction tickets at Southern California Ticket & Tour Center, located inside the California Welcome Center. Conveniently open 7 days a week, they offer a variety of ticket options including Go Los Angeles Cards. Don’t wait in long lines—get your tickets ahead of time at the Center!
Hours: Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 9 am - 12 pm
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