Newport Beach Balboa Visit Pros and Cons

Balboa Island

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(1.4K) · Beach in Newport Beach, United States
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This charming man-made island has been around for over a century and is filled with cozy homes and mouth-watering eateries. Here, you can enjoy a …

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Jul 31, 2024
Lots of souvenir and tshirt shops! Plus a small arcade and Ferris wheel. Lots of fun! Definitely get a chocolate covered frozen banana- so good! Full review by lindsay0215
Jul 26, 2024
Adorable little plaxe with streets of charming houses. A street of shops, few restaurants. You may ferry over, a 5 minute ride or drive. The ferry can only manage 3 cars at a time. The fare with ca… Full review by SueVirginiaBeach_Va
Apr 3, 2024
The first thing we did was to take the ferry over to Balboa peninsula. Upon returning, we enjoyed walking around the island and sampling some of the food. We walked down to the Wedge and enjoyed w… Full review by Carol and Ray L
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Wondering if Balboa Island or Pacific beach is better choice for MID OCT for 3 teens and mom/dad
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Yes, I would say Balboa Island too. You won’ have to deal with the homeless in the Pacific Beach area.
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Ugh- never been to Newport or Laguna etc- want to take 2 13 yr olds and a 15 yr old with hubby and me- In OCT so getting …
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Ugh- never been to Newport or Laguna etc- want to take 2 13 yr olds and a 15 yr old with hubby and me- In OCT so getting into water not on top of list- thinking a canal home rental? ( rent a duffy and zip around to restaurants and shops- can you dosck at restauarants??? or rent bikes on the strand ( still want to get to shops etc and NOT chain shops- more boutique- mom and pop etc) THANKS Thinking Balboa island or Belmont Shores or Laguna??? Please help
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Balboa Island would be a great choice, lots of cute little stores and some good restaurants (and of course the Balboa Bar and frozen bananas).The ferry is a must-do and you can take …
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Balboa Island would be a great choice, lots of cute little stores and some good restaurants (and of course the Balboa Bar and frozen bananas).The ferry is a must-do and you can take your bikes. The parking on the island is tough, just be forewarned. You can rent a Duffy close by, but not on the island. We have a great harbor to cruise, Dana Point harbor is much smaller, not too familiar with Long Beach but Belmont Shore is really fun with tons to do up there. Laguna is the most picturesque and they have a fun trolley to take you around and lots of restaurants, shops and art! They will all be crowded in the summer and traffic in Laguna because of the all-summer art festival gets pretty bad.
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I would like to know where is the boardwalk located , say from the area where the pier is? Could you tell me if E. …
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I would like to know where is the boardwalk located , say from the area where the pier is? Could you tell me if E. Oceanfront is the boardwalk to be able to walk and see the shops? There a few years back, walked the pier, saw the fun zone, boat ride for whale watch, saw no whales, never got to the boardwalk, need to know, want to go back with daughter this time. (went with husband last time ) Any info appreciated
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Just put Balboa Post Office in Google map, it will lead you to the boardwalk where all the shops locate... Easy to drive !!
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I'm spending a night by myself in Newport Beach. I'd like to have dinner with a beer or glass of wine in a place that has a …
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I'm spending a night by myself in Newport Beach. I'd like to have dinner with a beer or glass of wine in a place that has a great ocean view. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!
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The bar - restaurant with ocean view at Balboa Resort is nice too
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Answer by Brandy P · Apr 29, 2018
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I'm spending a night by myself in Newport Beach. I'd like to have dinner with a beer or glass of wine in a place that has a …
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I'm spending a night by myself in Newport Beach. I'd like to have dinner with a beer or glass of wine in a place that has a great ocean view. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!
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Newport Beach itself does have few with great ocean views. However for a truly spectacular view, Las Brisas, in Laguna Beach is the Orange County Rivera. A patio overlooking …
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Newport Beach itself does have few with great ocean views. However for a truly spectacular view, Las Brisas, in Laguna Beach is the Orange County Rivera. A patio overlooking main beach to the left and the park to the right. On the top of a bluff, this is a remarkable place. About 15 minutes by car from Newport to the South along the Pacific Coast Highway. In Newport Beach, most restaurants have views of the harbor. Property along The Pacific Ocean is mostly residential. The Cannery, Bluewater Grill, The Winery, all have good views of the Newport Bay and sailboats. For a single gentleman looking for some female companionship, Sol is good. But good looks equate to having work done. AKA plastic surgery. Newport Coast offers 2 on the bluff, on inland side of the Pacific Coast Highway, Mastero’s Beach Club and Javier’s. Both are places I know only by reputation. Best, in your search, enjoy your stay.
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