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Balboa Village · Balboa Peninsula · Newport Beach · California4.3(682)

Balboa Fun Zone

Recreation
Outdoor

Known For

  • Ferris wheel ride
  • Ocean Motion ride
  • Harbor cruise for Christmas lights
  • Duffy boat rentals
  • Dive bar with jukebox and pool table

Insider Tips

Best Time

Late afternoon into sunset for Duffy boats, dolphin sightings and golden light; arrive early on summer weekends to secure parking; off-season hours are limited so check before you go.

Ideal For

Families with young childrenCouples seeking a short sunset harbor cruiseLocals grabbing a cold beer at the dive barMulti-generational memory-making

Pro Tip

Avoid the fishy dock smell by walking out to East Bay Avenue; bring cash or small bills for individual rides and aim to arrive before midday on busy summer weekends.

The Balboa Fun Zone is one of Southern California’s oldest and last great coastal amusement areas and a popular family-friendly attraction for visitors to Newport Beach. Visitors can enjoy rides on the waterfront Ferris Wheel, play games in the arcade or tour the nautical museum while enjoying their favorite beach treats. Balboa Newport Beach is also a popular place to rent bikes, harbor cruises, whale watching or take off for a day trip to nearby Catalina Island on the Catalina Flyer. Directions to the Balboa Fun Zone The Balboa Fun Zone is located on Balboa Peninsula across from Balboa Pier off Balboa Blvd. A public parking lot is available across Balboa Blvd next to the pier. Or the Balboa Fun Zone can be reached by the Auto Ferry located on Balboa Island.

Price Level

$

Contact

+1 949-662-0193

Outdoor Seating

Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Drifter Insights

Major destination with tourist appeal

Popular with friends, couples and families

Popular With

FriendsCouplesFamilies

Tourist Awareness

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TripAdvisor: #276 of 465 Places to Eat in Newport Beach

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