Orange County has quietly shaped Hollywood history. Whether you’re retracing Tom Hanks at Disneyland, Tony Stark in Irvine, or Tom Cruise at Fashion Island, every corner of the OC holds a piece of movie magic waiting for you to step into the scene.

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Discover the best performing arts venues in Orange County—from Segerstrom Center and South Coast Repertory to Irvine Barclay, Laguna Playhouse, and Pageant of the Masters.

The Surf & Sand Resort in Laguna Beach is a luxury oceanfront retreat where the soothing sound of the waves is your constant companion