Insider tip 📍 Santa Ana Zoo
Affordable, enclosed, and easy parking. Buy annual passes and discounted ride packets to keep costs low.
Overheard on r/irvine · 9 upvotes
Santa Ana Zoo
Compact zoo featuring a petting barnyard, train ride, and a variety of animals perfect for younger kids.
4.1 (4654 Google reviews)$$Ages 1–12Outdoor
- toddler friendly
- animals
1801 E Chestnut Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
What locals say
Insider tip Heads up 📍 Santa Ana
Reports indicate ICE activity in Santa Ana, including raids at public parks.
“Saw them in Santa Ana last week…”
Overheard on r/irvine · 6 upvotes
Insider tip toddlers 📍 Santa Ana Zoo
Perfect size for toddlers; features monkeys, a petting zoo, train, and carousel. Pair with a visit to the nearby Discovery Science Center.
“The zoo and science center are close to each other, knock those out the same day.”
Overheard on r/irvine · 5 upvotes
Insider tip 📍 Blacksmithing Guild in Santa Ana
For those interested in rare crafts like blacksmithing, check the local guild in Santa Ana, though note that schedules can be tight.
“the blacksmithing guild in santa ana”
Overheard on r/irvine