Neighborhoods
located in the center of the city but not crowded. It definitely quiet, friendly, and convenient
LIFE IS A WALK IN THE PARK
From the Grand Trellis and Silk Floss Tree marking the dramatic entry, to the winding paseos and thoughtfully designed parks, it’s all here for you to enjoy. Swimming, mingling, playing and picnicking bring fun and adventure to your doorstep. The community is perfectly suited to make outdoor living part of your life.
Eastwood
EastwoodLIFE IS A WALK IN THE PARK
From the Grand Trellis and Silk Floss Tree marking the dramatic entry, to the winding paseos and thoughtfully designed parks, it’s all here for you to enjoy. Swimming, mingling, playing and picnicking bring fun and adventure to your doorstep. The community is perfectly suited to make outdoor living part of your life.
City/town information
Incorporated on December 28, 1971, the City of Irvine is one of the nation's largest planned urban communities encompassing more than 55 square miles.
With it's population well over 200,00, it's no wonder many have decided to call Irvine their home with it's reputation as being one of the nation's safest communities, it's vibrant business environment and its unsurpassed educational system. Irvine's huge selection of housing opportunities include several "villages", each of which were initially planned to have a distinct architectural theme.
Irvine has been named America’s safest city by the FBI every year since 2005. But it isn’t just one of the safest cities in the U.S—it’s also one of the safest places to live in the world! With its low crime rates and the work of the dedicated Irvine Traffic Research & Control Center, whose efforts have made driving in the city easier and safer, Irvine is truly one of the best places to live in America for people of all lifestyles!
25 locals recommend
Irvine
Incorporated on December 28, 1971, the City of Irvine is one of the nation's largest planned urban communities encompassing more than 55 square miles.
With it's population well over 200,00, it's no wonder many have decided to call Irvine their home with it's reputation as being one of the nation's safest communities, it's vibrant business environment and its unsurpassed educational system. Irvine's huge selection of housing opportunities include several "villages", each of which were initially planned to have a distinct architectural theme.
Irvine has been named America’s safest city by the FBI every year since 2005. But it isn’t just one of the safest cities in the U.S—it’s also one of the safest places to live in the world! With its low crime rates and the work of the dedicated Irvine Traffic Research & Control Center, whose efforts have made driving in the city easier and safer, Irvine is truly one of the best places to live in America for people of all lifestyles!
Entertainment and Shopping Center
Irvine Spectrum Center is one of Southern California's most popular entertainment and shopping destinations
11 locals recommend
Spectrum
SpectrumIrvine Spectrum Center is one of Southern California's most popular entertainment and shopping destinations
Food scene
Fill up on traditional Vietnamese fare like Vegetable Pho or Lychee on Ice at Pho Saigon Pearl.
Pho Saigon Pearl
704 Spectrum Center DrFill up on traditional Vietnamese fare like Vegetable Pho or Lychee on Ice at Pho Saigon Pearl.
Make a reservation at Porch & Swing, a New American restaurant featuring dishes like Fried Chicken and Creamy Grits.
Porch & Swing
2010 Main StreetMake a reservation at Porch & Swing, a New American restaurant featuring dishes like Fried Chicken and Creamy Grits.
Looking for romantic places to eat in Irvine? Get a table at Antonello Ristorante and enjoy a plate of Gnocchi Di Ricotta, Spaghetti Alla Pescatora, or any of their other gourmet Italian dishes.
Antonello Ristorante
3800 S Plaza DrLooking for romantic places to eat in Irvine? Get a table at Antonello Ristorante and enjoy a plate of Gnocchi Di Ricotta, Spaghetti Alla Pescatora, or any of their other gourmet Italian dishes.
Treat yourself to an authentic French Crepe, like the Fruits Du Jour Crepe or the Caprici Crepe at Mr. French Crepe.
Mr French Crepe
1065 Brea MallTreat yourself to an authentic French Crepe, like the Fruits Du Jour Crepe or the Caprici Crepe at Mr. French Crepe.
For a great lunch, head to the quaint Le Diplomate Cafe and order a Cold Turkey Supreme Sandwich.
Le Diplomate Bakery Cafe
4237 Campus DrFor a great lunch, head to the quaint Le Diplomate Cafe and order a Cold Turkey Supreme Sandwich.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Bring outdoor outfits, sunscreen, and slip-on shoes.
Orange County is known for its warm weather and sunny days, and Irvine is no exception. The city sees 281 sunny days each year on average and almost never receives snowfall. And extreme heat isn’t an issue either. The city of Irvine’s average annual high temperature is 73 degrees, and its average low is a comfortable 52 degrees—perfect for making the most of Irvine’s many outdoor amenities! And despite its coastal location, the weather in Irvine isn’t overly humid and maintains a consistently low dew point throughout the year.
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The Sunday farmer’s market is a must
Sundays at Great Park are headlined by fresh produce and fun at our Certified Farmers Market. Every week, the Great Park Certified Farmers Market features fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for sale.
Take home fresh produce grown on the Great Park Farm and other local farms.
Explore the Farm + Food Lab and get home gardening tips from master gardeners from the University of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
It is open every Sunday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., weather permitting. Parking and admission are free. The Farmers Market is located in Lot No. 2.
Getting around
Irvine has multiple modes of transportation to get around
The City of Irvine is served by multiple modes of transportation including bus, light rail, train, biking and walking.
For starters, getting in and out is a breeze with one of the most flier-friendly airports in the country: John Wayne Airport (SNA). Less than an hour from Los Angeles, the clean, uncrowded Irvine airport offers a great alternative to LAX.
If you'll have a rental car, you'll also be pleased to know that the no-stress experience of the Irvine airport continues on the city's roads. Because Irvine is master-planned, you'll never experience snarled traffic or rush hour delay.
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Connect with Nature
Staying Irvine means having equal access to urban amenities and natural wonders. Go on a group tour led by a professional naturist at Turtle Rock, where you can observe local flora and fauna. See even more local wildlife like coyotes and mule deer on a bike ride through the massive Irvine Open Space Preserve. Birdwatch by day and bat-watch by night at San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary. Travel through Californian nature the old-fashioned way—go horseback riding through the scenic Bommer Canyon! Enjoy manicured version of the outdoors with a picnic or take a hot-air balloon ride on the Great Park.