SoCal 7-Day Itinerary

Discover the lively city of Buena Park and beyond—a SoCal playground packed with thrilling theme parks, mouthwatering eats, and unforgettable adventures. This 7-day itinerary guides you through foodie delights, festive attractions, and exciting experiences along the Southern California coast, from sandy beaches to iconic sights— ensuring nonstop fun for every traveler.

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Day 1:
Check-in to your cozy and comfortable Buena Park hotel. Relax with a drink by the fireplace or enjoy your hotel amenities. For dinner, devour the poison burger at Rock & Brews or gorgonzola pizza at Il Fiora.

Day 2:

Grab breakfast sandwich at Flippoly or Monday to Sunday Café before heading to Knott’s Berry Farm for coasters and boysenberry treats. Take a break for the famous fried chicken and boysenberry pie at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant or dive into the action at Pirates Dinner Adventure.

DAY 3:
Enjoy pastries at Porto’s Bakery or waffles at Stereoscope Coffee. Cool off at Knott’s Soak City seasonal waterpark or lounge at your hotel pool. Explore Knott’s Independence Hall, then discover Buena Park’s Koreatown, a 2.5-mile stretch filled with Korean spots, head spas and K-pop merchandise. Visit The Source OC for Korean food, shopping and photo opportunities at Photogram OC. In the evening, cheer on your knight at Medieval Times or sample sushi at Izakaya Ichie.

Family taking a hike in Ralph B. Clark Regional Park in Buena Park, CA

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DAY 4:
Choose between Broken Yolk Café or Old Ferry Donut to start your morning. Create your own signature fragrance at Daniel’s Truth, then shop at nearby The Outlets at Orange or South Coast Plaza. For dinner, choose between beef dips at Portillo’s or French cuisine at The Cauldron.

DAY 5:
Fuel up with breakfast at 1040 Coffee or souffle pancakes at Basilur Tea before heading five miles to Disneyland® for a full day of rides. Catch an Angels game, Ducks hockey game or live concert at House of Blues, then make a late-night stop at In-N-Out Burger.

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DAY 6:
Head to Huntington Beach for surfing, biking or a stroll along the pier. For wildlife and family-friendly fun, visit the 20-acre Santa Ana Zoo or Discovery Cube. Back in Buena Park, explore the Interpretive Center at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park before grabbing a steak dinner at Gaucho Grill or Michelin-rated Ramen & Tsukemen Tao.

DAY 7:
Grab croffles at Don Melt or breakfast burritos at Strange Brew Café before heading to Los Angeles. Spend the day at Universal Studios, visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame or Warner Bros. Studio before returning to Buena Park for dinner at INS Ice Beer or M Korean BBQ. End the night with soft serve ice cream at Honeymee or Nobibi

After a full day of exploring like a local, relax at one of the many comfortable and affordable hotels in Buena Park. Take advantage of ‘suite’ deals and ticket deals to make the most of your stay. Start planning an authentic Southern California getaway by ordering your FREE Buena Park Travel Guide.