About Irvine

Irvine is a city in Orange County. It has been largely planned and built by the Irvine Company since the 1960s.

Irvine is one of the nation's largest planned urban communities and encompasses more than 65 square miles.

What is known in Irvine - Newport Beach?

This centrally located Orange County city is the perfect home base for shopping, dining, and kid-friendly exploring.

Irvine’s central location—45 miles from Los Angeles, 85 from San Diego, and 15 minutes from Disneyland Resort—makes it a popular hub for travellers. But there’s a lot to love right in Irvine proper. From kid-friendly outdoor activities to full-service shopping, the little big city of more than 250,000 has something for everyone.

Shopping malls are an Orange County hallmark, and Irvine’s selection does not disappoint. The grandest is, of course, the massive outdoor Irvine Spectrum Center. Visitors can browse more than 100 stores and restaurants, ride the Ferris wheel, and ice-skate during the holidays. Other options include the South Coast Plaza known for its high-end boutiques and Quail Hill Shopping Center.

The mall culture has even informed some of the area’s most exciting dining. The Trade Food Hall is a trendy take on the classic court. Tuck into some pork belly fries at Pig Pen Delicacy or a waffle on a stick at Sweet Combforts, just two of the hall’s merchants. For eclectic fare in a more formal setting, try the omakase (chef’s choice menu) at Ootoro Sushi or freshly made pasta at North Italia.

What makes Irvine - Newport Beach attractive to visit?

Irvine is a postcard-worthy destination of Orange County and an economic center of Southern California. Well-executed city planning and diverse natural spaces provide tourists plenty of places to explore, including wildlife sanctuaries, children's museums, and one great park after another.