The city that is made to play Discover the magic of A-City
Anaheim doesn't do ordinary, and honestly, it never has. This is a city with genuine personality, unexpected flavors, local scenes worth getting lost in, and the kind of energy that makes you want to stay longer than planned. Whether you're chasing something iconic or stumbling onto something new, Anaheim has a way of surprising even those who thought they knew what to expect. Come curious. Leave with stories.
Experiences that are made to play
Events Worth the Hype
Knott's Summer Nights The Ultimate Summer Nighttime Party
- Knott's Berry Farm® Theme Park
- July 2, 2026 - August 30, 2026
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What is Anaheim famous for?
- The magic of Disneyland® Resort
- World-class entertainment at Honda Center®, House of Blues and City National Grove of Anaheim
- Amazing food and fun in the Anaheim Packing District
- Massive meetings and conventions at the Anaheim Convention Center
- Home to Angels baseball
- Home to Ducks hockey
- Being an amazing family vacation spot with emerging luxury options
How far apart are LA and Anaheim?
Anaheim is 26 miles from Los Angeles by car. If traffic is light, Los Angeles can be reached in under a half-hour.
What is Anaheim known for besides Disneyland?
- Anaheim is known to have many "hidden gems" (places that are amazing, but not well known). The locals try to keep these places to themselves, but it's hard to keep these hidden gems secret. Learn more.
- Top-flight entertainment often passes through town in several of the amazing venues.
- A remarkable downtown area, with new restaurants and unique shops, makes for a uniquely Anaheim experience.
- The Anaheim Convention Center, the largest convention center on the West Coast.
- Anaheim is also known as the heart of SoCal, located right in the middle of the best parts of California. The city is within driving distance of LA, San Diego and the many amazing Orange County beaches.
Is Anaheim a suburb of Los Angeles?
Anaheim is a city, to be exact, the second-largest city in Orange County. But, Anaheim is close to Los Angeles and therefore is part of the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
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