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 11-Honda Center of Anaheim formerly known as Arrowhead Pond– Orange County’s premier sports and entertainment venue, Honda Center Anaheim presents first-class events, concerts, sporting events, and family shows. The 650,000 square-foot arena is home to the NHL Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, the NLL Anaheim Storm and the John R. Wooden Classic at the Honda Center. Annual events include the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Disney on Ice, and the Harlem Globetrotters. Visit www.arrowheadpond.com  [ top ]

12-Angels Stadium of Anaheim – Home to the 2002 World Champion Anaheim Angels, Angels Stadium is a classic ballpark built on 140 acres. The new Angels Stadium seats nearly 45,050 for the Angels, and features terraced bullpens, widened concourses, the Nestle Family Zone, the Pepsi Perfect Game Pavilion, landscaped courtyards, and three restaurants. Angle Stadium has twice hosted the All-Star Game, and the 2002 World Series. Visit www.losangeles.angles.mlb.com   [ top ]

13-Aquarium of the Pacific – Long Beach is the home of the Aquarium of the Pacific one of the largest aquariums in the US with nearly 1,000 species that fill 19 major habitats and 32 exhibits. Meet more than 12,500 animals as you explore the Pacific Ocean's three regions: sunny Southern California and Baja, the frigid waters of the North Pacific, and the colorful reefs of the Tropical Pacific. Come face-to-face with the ocean's ultimate predators in Shark Lagoon , take an exciting Behind-the-Scenes tour, and experience the film AnimalVision 3-D . See the iridescent jellyfish exhibit and a rare dragonfish. The Aquarium is anchor to The Pike at Rainbow Harbor, the largest waterfront development in California. Visit www.aquariumofpacific.org   [ top ]

14-California Speedway - California Speedway is a state-of-the-art auto racing facility that boasts the fastest cars, greatest speeds and most invigorating thrills in Southern California. Experience the excitement of sitting in one of the 92,000 grandstand seats to watch the world's fastest autos race. NASCAR, IRL, AMA, GrandAmerican and Historics compete at the speedway in addition to racing schools and NHRA's Street Legal Drag Racing program, which uses the quarter-mile strip. Call ( 909) 429-5000 for upcoming events.   [ top ]

15-Catalina Island - Off the coast of Southern California, Catalina Island looks like California did 200 years ago - a scenic wilderness of oak, cactus, and sage. The beautiful island offers secluded coves surrounded by ocean with lush kelp forests and abundant sea life.  [ top ]

16-CBS Television City – See where Elvis Presley appeared on the " Ed Sullivan Show " for the first time in 1956 at CBS Television City , a studio made famous as the birthplace of the " Carol Burnett Show ," " The Sonny & Cher Show " and dozens of popular CBS programs. If you're interested in seeing a TV show being recorded live, just walk up to the studio's ticket office and pick up your tickets right on the spot. When David Letterman brings his " Late Show " out to the west coast, he tapes at CBS Television City, and you can get tickets to his rare L.A. shows if you write in advance. Visit the CBS gift for a variety of studio souvenirs. Visit www.seeing-stars.com   [ top ]

17-Crystal Cathedral – Located in Garden Grove, Crystal Cathedral is one of Southern California's most beautiful odes to religion. Designed by renowned architect Philip Johnson, the glass cathedral is shaped like a four-pointed star, with over 10,000 panes of glass covering the labyrinthine and opalescent facade. Glinting under the Southern California sun, the Crystal Cathedral is a brilliant site with 3,000 seats. Call (714) 791.4069.   [ top ]

18-Disneyland Park - From the charm of Main Street to the whimsy of Mickey's Toontown, explore eight fantastic lands of nostalgia and delight. Let your imagination run free in an enchanted kingdom of fantasy and magical entertainment. At Disneyland Park, you'll experience more than 60 attractions, 50 shops and 30 restaurants. Zoom through doom on their biggest ride in 40 years, the Indiana Jones Adventure - a high-tech, adrenaline-pumping thrill on wheels. Experience thrilling rides like the Matterhorn, Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Splash Mountain and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. Meet Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy! New innovations like the "FastPass" system helps keep waiting in line to a minimum. Visit www.disneyland.com   [ top ]

19-Disney's California Adventure - Disney's California Adventure is a 55-acre theme park located next to Disneyland. Immerse yourself in a magical festival of shows, parades and attractions celebrating California's storied past and exciting future. From the gold rush to Hollywood's golden era to the timeless allure of the beach, discover the vast and diverse Golden State. Enjoy five themed lands, including Sunshine Plaza, Paradise Pier, Hollywood Backlot Pictures, Golden State and the all-new A Bugs Land. Get ready for California Screamin', a looping rollercoaster with plenty of air-time, and Soarin' over California, where you'll feel like you're flying over California's greatest landmarks. Visit http://disneyland.disney.go.com/dlr/landing/parkDCA.   [ top ]

20-Dodger Stadium – Dodger Stadium remains one of the crown jewels in professional sports and a landmark to West Coast expansion in Major League Baseball. Since 1962, Dodger Stadium has awed spectators with breath-taking views of downtown Los Angeles, the tree-lined Elysian hills, and the San Gabriel Mountains. The 56,000-seat Dodger Stadium covers 300 acres of beautiful landscape. Dodger Stadium has hosted eight World Series, and the Dodgers have won four World Championships (1963, 1965, 1981 and 1988). Dodger Stadium field was named the best in baseball by Sports Illustrated in 2003. Visit www.dodgers.com   [ top ]

21-Downtown Disneyland – Downtown Disney is a 300,000-square-foot dining, shopping, entertainment promenade. It features flagship entertainment facilities as a House of Blues, a 12-screen movie theater, and an ESPN Zone. There are also 15 shops, including the massive Disney store, seven full-service restaurants, and an open-air bar. It's a fun place to relax after a busy day at the theme parks. Visit http://disneyland.disney.go.com   [ top ]

22-Discovery Science Center - Children and adults will have fun interacting with more than 120 hands-on exhibits, participating in live science shows, and experiencing a 3-D laser show. Discovery Science Center offers family workshops, fieldstrips, teacher workshops, and after-hours functions. Enjoy the fun! Call (714) 542-2823.   [ top ]

23-Getty Center - Situated on a hilltop with breathtaking views of Los Angeles, the Santa Monica Mountains, and the Pacific Ocean, the Getty Center is Los Angeles' newest cultural attraction. Awaiting you are works of art in the J. Paul Getty Museum, dining, tranquil gardens, and activities to give you new perspectives on art. Visit www.getty.edu    [ top ]

24-Knott's Berry Farm - Knott's Berry Farm, America's oldest and twelfth most-visited amusement park, re-creates the atmosphere of the Old West in six themed areas including Ghost Town, Fiesta Village, Wild Water Wilderness, Indian Trails, The Boardwalk and Camp Snoopy. In all, Knott's Theme Park features 160 acres of wild rides, live shows and family attractions. Visit www.knotts.com    [ top ]

25-Legoland - LEGOLAND ® California offers limitless fun with more than 50 family rides, shows and attractions. Kids are fascinated by the fact that virtually everything here is built from Legos. Legoland also has action-packed live shows, as well as wonderful restaurants and shops. Whether you're getting sprayed by zany Fun Town Firefighters or hugging your favorite Lego characters, you will enjoy yourself and learn something too. Located in Carlsbad, this is definitely a unique experience. Visit www.legoland.com   [ top ]

26-Medieval Times – Experience the splendor, pageantry and romance of the Middle Ages at the Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament. Feel the thunder of hooves, the shattering of lances, the clash of swords and ringing axes as knights engage in combat for the title of champion. Enjoy an exceptional royal feast as you witness the chivalry and horsemanship of Medieval days in this magnificent setting. Visit www.medievaltimes.com    [ top ]

27-Mission San Juan Capistrano - Home of the swallows and the jewel of the California Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, the 7 th mission and birthplace of Orange County, was founded in 1776 and named for St. John of Capistrano, Italy, a 14 th century theologian. The Mission stands as a monument to California's multi-cultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage. Hear century old bells as you walk down time worn paths. Enjoy serenity and peace amid the 10 acres of lush gardens and cool fountains, cloistered by old adobe walls that share an interesting past. Visit the Serra Chapel – the oldest church in California. Visit www.missionsjc.com   [ top ]

28-Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum – Located in Buena Park, Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum showcases hundreds of unusual and unbelievable artifacts - unavailable anywhere else in the world. Visit www.movielandwaxmuseum.com park, scenic parks and plazas, a historic train exhibit, and 12 acres of carnival grounds. Since 1922, the L.A. County Fair has showcased entertainment, exhibits, horticulture, arts, horse racing, science, technology and attractions. Visit www.fairplex.com   [ top ]

29-Richard Nixon Library – The Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace offers a dramatic tour through a half-century of California, United States and world history.   [ top ]

30-Queen Mary – An elegant floating city, the historic Queen Mary in Long Beach is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and one of the most famous ships in history. The Queen Mary features 365 hotel staterooms , award-winning restaurants and dining , an elaborate Champagne Sunday Brunch , a wedding chapel and 16 Art Deco reception salons, decorated with warm wood paneling, original paintings and larger-than-life murals, brass and nickel-silver fixtures and etched leaded glass accents. Located on the water in Long Beach, California, the historic ocean liner offers unique settings for unforgettable events. Peter James, renowned paranormal researcher, presents an exciting dinner and tour experience, where guests will follow James on a real Ghost Tour to paranormal hot spots. Visit www.queenmary.com   [ top ]

31-Orange County Fair & Exposition Center – The Orange County Fair & Exposition Center provides educational, entertainment and recreational opportunities for the public and preserves the heritage of California agriculture. Don’t miss the annual Orange County Fair, Centennial Farm, The Ranch, Youth Expo and more than 100 events throughout the year. Visit www.ocfair.com.   [ top ]

32-SeaWorld San Diego - Go below the surface, above the waves and beyond your expectations at SeaWorld San Diego. Meet animals up close, see wondrous creatures, and challenge yourself to games of skill and physical feats. From captivating panoramic views to splashing adventures, SeaWorld rides offer excitement and wonder. Experience a poolside meal with Shamu the Whale. From a spine-tingling 4-D movie to highflying dolphins, SeaWorld's spectacular shows will amaze. Visit www.seaworld.com   [ top ]

33-Six Flags Magic Mountain - This Southern California theme park features exciting thrill rides, world-class entertainment, shows, concerts, family adventure and the largest collection of extreme coasters on the planet. The DejaVu coaster encourages a stress-relieving scream, X features 360-degree rotating seats, and Sweet 16 is Southern California's first floorless coaster. A ride on Scream simulates racing through the air in a flying chair, and Batman is a heart-pounding thrill. Visit www.sixflags.com   [ top ]

34-Six Flags Hurricane Harbor - A family water park with aquatic rides and slides, Hurricane Harbor is perfect for hot summer days. Enjoy Taboo Tower's three thrilling body speed slides, three twisting and turning open tube slides at Arrowhead Splashdown, Tiki Falls' two dark slides and one translucent tube slide, Castaway Cove, an exclusive children's water play kingdom, Shipwreck Shores, which offers water activities for the entire family, the Forgotten Sea wave pool, and The River Cruise on the Lazy River.   [ top ]

35-Universal Studios/City Walk – The magic of the movies comes to life at Universal Studios Hollywood, a Los Angeles theme park and working Hollywood Studio. Universal Studios Hollywood, the world's #1 motion picture and television studio attraction, offers a backlot look at the film and TV industry, a working movie studio, the rich heritage of movies and the stars of Hollywood. Enjoy thrills, magic, stunts and special effects when you take part in your favorite blockbuster movies. Visit www.universalstudios.com   [ top ]