Newport Activities

If you think owning Newport Beach real estate is all about living the beach life, think again: there’s a whole lot more to this city than just endless stretches of coastline. In your Newport Beach home search, you’ll find a wide range of activities from shopping and dining to sports, amusement parks and recreation. No matter what you’re after, your Newport Beach real estate search is sure to turn up lots of interesting activities. Here are a few ideas:

Family Fun:

• Visit parks and beaches
• Go on picnics
• Go to amusement parks, such as Balboa Fun Zone
• Go rollerblading on the streets
• Shop at family-friendly places such as Toy Boat

Sports:

• Surf at one of the open beaches, such as the Wedge and Santa Ana River Jetties
• Go sport fishing at the pier
• Check out the golf courses inland
• Go cycling and explore the city
• Rent sailboats and other watercraft (the Duffy boat is considered a classic)

Rest And Relaxation:

• Take a long stroll down the beaches
• Take a quiet gondola ride
• Dine at fine bayside restaurants, sampling local cuisine
• Watch sunrises at the beach and have an al fresco brunch
• Sit on the beach and read, sunbathe, or just enjoy the view

Shopping:

• Shop and dine at the world-famous Fashion Island, with its more than 200 stores
• Check out Marine Avenue, Balboa Island’s main commercial center
• Explore Lido Marina Village and its harbor-view shops

Seasonal Activities

No matter what time of the year, Newport Beach has something to offer for everyone. The pleasant weather makes it perfect for a home search all year round. Some of the most popular activities are:

• Whale watching from January to March
• Yacht race from Newport to Ensenada every April
• Jazz Festival, Classic Car Show, and Art Show in May
• Balboa Island Parade in June
• Fourth of July Fireworks—try the Fireworks Cruise from the Catalina Passenger Service
• Character Boat Parade in July
• Taste of Newport festival in September
• Christmas Boat Parade in December