Looking for things to do near Villa Park? Explore local parks, trails, family activities, attractions, museums, community events and places to visit in Villa Park and nearby Orange County communities including Orange, Anaheim and Santa Ana.
For upcoming events, festivals and seasonal activities, check our Event Calendar. For activities within the city itself, see Things to Do in Villa Park.
Things to Do Near Villa Park
- Fun Places in Downtown Orange
- Things to Do in Downtown Santa Ana
- Things to Do in Orange
- Villa Park Scavenger Hunt
- Where to Go for a Beach Bonfire
- Pick up a book at a Little Red Library Box.
Parks, Trails & Outdoor Activities
The area around Villa Park offers regional parks, neighborhood parks, hiking areas and paved trails for walking, biking, picnics and family outings.
- Irvine Regional Park – A large regional park near Villa Park with trails, picnic areas, family activities and the Orange County Zoo.
- Santiago Oaks Regional Park – Trails and natural open space in the foothills east of Villa Park.
- Peters Canyon Regional Park – A popular nearby destination for hiking and outdoor recreation.
- Santiago Creek Bike Trail – A paved route for biking, walking and jogging that connects with areas near Villa Park.
- Oak Canyon Nature Center – A nature area in Anaheim Hills with trails and opportunities to explore local habitat.
- Villa Park Knowles – A local walking trail with landscaping, exercise stations and connections toward the Santiago Creek Bike Trail.
- El Modena Open Space
- Eisenhower Park
- Grijalva Park
- Hart Park
- Santiago Creek Recharge Basin
- Shaffer Park
- Yorba Dog Park
- Yorba Regional Park
More outdoor ideas: Best Parks for Kids.
Family Activities & Attractions
- Orange County Zoo – Located inside Irvine Regional Park and focused on animals and plants native to the southwestern United States.
- Irvine Regional Park Farmers Market
- Santa Ana Zoo
- Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Museums & Places to Visit
- Bowers Museum – A museum in Santa Ana featuring art and cultural exhibitions.
- St. Michael’s Abbey
- Villa Park Library
- Fred Kelly Stadium
Explore Nearby Cities & Neighborhoods
- Orange Park Acres
- Mabury Ranch
- Marywood Hills
- Platinum Triangle
- Portofira Estates
- Villa Park Town Center
Community Organizations & Youth Activities
Looking to get involved locally? Explore Villa Park community organizations, including service and charitable groups, or find leagues, camps and activities through our Youth Sports & Programs guide.
- Friends of the Villa Park Library
- Rotary Club of Villa Park
- Villa Park Community Services Foundation
- Villa Park Women’s League
- Villa Park Moms & Tots
Local Guides & Favorites
- Best Beaches for Toddlers
- Best Local Dessert Spots
- Best Parks & Playgrounds for Kids Near Villa Park