Best History Museum in Huntington Beach

We've collected top 10 mentioned history museums in Huntington Beach from other articles such as New York Times' 36 hours column, Trip101, Busy Tourist.

Best History Museum in Huntington Beach

Battleship USS Iowa Museum
Battleship USS Iowa Museum
4.7 (5189 ratings)4.5 (1691 ratings)
Storied Navy warship offering kid-friendly tours (from the decks to the Captain’s Cabin) & exhibits.
250 S Harbor Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90731, USA
Maritime museumMuseumsHistorical landmarkHistory museumLocal history museumMilitary Museums
Rancho Los Cerritos
Rancho Los Cerritos
4.7 (260 ratings)4.5 (64 ratings)
Historic site & museum showcasing 19th century ranch life in an adobe home with lush gardens.
4600 Virginia Rd, Long Beach, CA 90807, USA
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksCultural centerGardenMuseumSummer campWedding venueHistoric SitesHistory Museums
Mentioned by Travel Tips - USA Today
Things to Do for Kids in Long Beach, California
"Take your brood to learn about the history of Southern California and the the Spanish, Mexican and California Americans who helped shape its growth. Free tours are offered Wednesdays through Sundays at Rancho Los Cerritos (rancholoscerritos.org), a Monterey-style adobe built in 1844. Annual kid-friendly special events include May's Spring Festival, August's Mud Mania and a Christmas open house in December."
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
30 Best & Fun Things To Do In Long Beach (California)
"Another of the top places to visit for learning about other cultures in Long Beach is the Los Cerritos Ranch House. This shows how Mexican and Spanish culture impacted ranches in the late 19th century. This goes into a part of American history that you might’ve not been aware of, but which is very helpful to know about."
Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch and Gardens
Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch and Gardens
4.7 (257 ratings)5 (82 ratings)
Expansive property includes a historic adobe ranch home, gardens & horse barns with guided tours.
6400 E Bixby Hill Rd, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA
History museumSights & LandmarksEducation centerGardenHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Travel Lens
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"The Rancho Los Alamitos is a historic preserved ranch located near the campus of California State University, Long Beach. Over the course of its history, the rancho has been occupied by the Tongva people, Spanish and Mexican colonists, and American farmers. You can explore this ranch's historic buildings and gardens, whose name literally translates to “Ranch of the Cottonwoods."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Long Beach, CA (for 2021)
"Named after the native Fremont cottonwood trees in the area, Rancho Los Alamitos is actually a two-hundred-year-old ranch with a history that dates even further back."
Anaheim Founders' Park
Anaheim Founders' Park
4.6 (105 ratings)4 (10 ratings)
400 N West St, Anaheim, CA 92801, USA
Historical landmarkMuseumsParkHistory Museums
Mentioned by Trip101
20 Things To Do In Anaheim Besides Disneyland - Updated 2021
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Andrew Schmidt used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Travel back in time with a visit to this venue, preserved to immortalize Anaheim’s agricultural history. The location features two historic buildings — the two-level Anaheim’s citrus era’s Queen Anne, erected in the late 19th century, and the mid-19th-century Mother Colony House, one of the city’s earliest structures."
Balboa Island Museum
Balboa Island Museum
4.5 (81 ratings)4.5 (11 ratings)
210 Marine Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92662, USA
MuseumHistorical societyHistory Museums
Mentioned by annieclougherty.com
4 Can’t-Miss Historical Sites in Newport Beach | Blog | Annie Clougherty
"If you’re looking to learn more about Newport Beach and Balboa history, look no further than the Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society. This museum and historical society has exhibits and events celebrating the rich history of the area. Exhibit topics include sailing, whaling, and more."
International Printing Museum
International Printing Museum
4.7 (101 ratings)5 (12 ratings)
Museum showcasing its collection of historic printing machinery through exhibits & demonstrations.
315 W Torrance Blvd, Carson, CA 90745, USA
MuseumArt centerArt museumHistory museumSpecialty Museums
Bowers Museum
Bowers Museum
4.6 (1210 ratings)4.5 (365 ratings)
Mission Revival-style museum for global art (permanent & temporary), lectures & an eatery, Tangata.
2002 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92706, USA
MuseumEvent venueWedding venueArt MuseumsChildren's MuseumsHistory Museums
Mentioned by Anaheim 2 days itinerary
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"– Bowers Museum If you are here without kids, then head over to Bower’s Museum. This small museum has a lot of great exhibits, many that focus on California’s history. It is well laid out, and the exhibits themselves are engaging and very informative."
The Richard Nixon Library & Museum
The Richard Nixon Library & Museum
4.7 (385 ratings)4.5 (813 ratings)
President Nixon's dedicated library has artifacts, a Watergate gallery, his birthplace & gravesite.
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886, USA
MuseumLibraryHistoric SitesHistory MuseumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by world-guides.com
Anaheim Landmarks and Monuments: Anaheim, California
"Address: 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard, Yorba Linda, California CA, USA Tel: +1 714 993 5075 After hosting a huge opening ceremony of about 50,000 people including former US presidents Ford, Reagan and Bush, the Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace focuses on Nixon's tenure as president and includes a recording of the famed Watergate smoking-gun. Nixon's farmhouse birthplace is close to Anaheim and can be toured, where you can see the final resting place of Nixon and his wife within the gardens. Open hours: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 11:00 to 17:00 Admission: charge"

Best Donuts in Huntington Beach

Baker's Dozen Donuts
Baker's Dozen Donuts
4.7 (59 ratings)
3414 W Ball Rd # N, Anaheim, CA 92804, USA
Donut shopDessert shop
7th Street Donut Yogurt
7th Street Donut Yogurt
4.9 (25 ratings)
2821 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA 90804, USA
Donut shopDessert shop
The Donuttery
The Donuttery
4.6 (2105 ratings)
Unfussy, 24/7 joint offering traditional donuts, specialty treats such as maple bacon bars & coffee.
17420 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Donut shopEspresso barGluten-free restaurantVegan restaurant

Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Huntington Beach

Long Beach Playhouse
Long Beach Playhouse
4.6 (314 ratings)4.5 (20 ratings)
Established in 1929, this intimate performing arts venue showcases plays throughout the year.
5021 E Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA 90804, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsEvent venueNon-profit organizationTheaters
Pirates Dinner Adventure
Pirates Dinner Adventure
4.5 (4313 ratings)4 (880 ratings)
Diners enjoy dinner & a show with an 18th-century ship replica as the stage at this thrilling event.
7600 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620, USA
Dinner theaterConcerts & ShowsBarFamily restaurant
Mentioned by Marcie in Mommyland
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"One of our favorite things to do with kids in Buena Park is the Pirate’s Adventure Dinner!. The food is surprisingly good and they do an awesome job of separating the food on the kids’ plates. Plus, the show is very entertaining and full of audience participation opportunities!"
Mentioned by Los Angeles 5 days itinerary
The Ultimate 5-Day Los Angeles Family Vacation Itinerary
"Or, get your tickets to the “World’s Most Interactive Dinner Show” at Pirate’s Dinner Adventure. Featuring a four-course meal, incredible special effects, swordplay, aerial acrobatics, and more, this dinner show is epic!. Relax on the beach for your last day in Los Angeles."
Art Theatre of Long Beach
Art Theatre of Long Beach
4.8 (401 ratings)4.5 (8 ratings)
Restored 1920s theater with a wine & coffee bar mostly screening independent films & documentaries.
2025 E 4th St, Long Beach, CA 90814, USA
Movie theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by traveltriangle.com
7 Overlooked Places In Long Beach California All Travel Lovers Must Visit!
"Discover the unique blend of culture and art present behind welcoming doors at the Art Theatre of Long Beach. Once a bustling theater in the 1920s, the space has since been renovated and preserved for the enjoyment of current and future Long Beach generations. Today, the Art Theatre shows much more than the best silent films of 1925!"

Best Gelato in Huntington Beach

Corner of Paradise, Bicycle Rentals & Sales
Corner of Paradise, Bicycle Rentals & Sales
3.6 (39 ratings)
101 Palm St, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA
Ice cream shop
Rollin' Creamery
Rollin' Creamery
4.6 (355 ratings)
Contemporary counter-serve serving rolled, Thai-style ice cream with classic & creative toppings.
17908 1/2 Magnolia St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708, USA
Ice cream shopCatering food and drink supplierChildren's party serviceDessert restaurantDessert shop
Paleteria Y Neveria La Monarca
Paleteria Y Neveria La Monarca
4.6 (62 ratings)
14226 Bellflower Blvd, Bellflower, CA 90706, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by LAist
27 Uniquely LA Ice Cream, Gelato And Paleta Peddlers
"They offer about a dozen different paletas de fresca (made with water) and about 15 paletas de leche (made with milk). In addition to the standards -- vanilla, chocolate, coconut, pecan, lime, etc. -- their ice cream flavors include gansito (inspired by a popular chocolate and strawberry snack cake) and cheese. Want something out of the ordinary?"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Huntington Beach

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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Garden Grove/Anaheim South
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3.9 (456 reviews)
Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach Hotel
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$200 /night
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach
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$85 /night
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