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GREAT PARK BALLOON RIDE

(5.0 Score)
8307 Great Park Boulevard, Balloon Ride-Parking lot #3,
Irvine, CA 92618 Directions

Since 2007

Specialty:

✓Balloon Rides ✓Great Park Attractions ✓Scenic Rides ✓Outdoor Recreation

“ 2026 Highlights: Great Park Balloon Ride offers visitors two popular attractions at Great Park. The Great Park Balloon rises up to 400 feet and provides a 360 degree panoramic view extending up to 40 miles on a clear day. Balloon rides last approximately 10-12 minutes and operate weather permitting on a first-come, first-served basis. The balloon is wheelchair accessible, and leashed dogs are permitted. The Great Park Carousel features vintage-inspired scenic artwork and 12 painted animals, offering a family friendly ride that is free for guests. Great Park Balloon Ride offers free admission for kids. ”

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Price:

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Balloon Rides Are $10

Contact:

(949) 724-6247 (866) 829-3829

Thu & Fri: 10am - 3pm|7pm - 10pm
Sat & Sun: 9am - 3pm|7pm - 10pm
Mon-Wed: Closed

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IRVINE FINE ARTS CENTER

(5.0 Score)
14321 Yale Avenue,
Irvine, CA 92604 Directions

Since 1980

Specialty:

✓Art Camps ✓Art Classes ✓Events ✓Open Studio Programs ✓Drawing and Painting ✓Ceramics ✓Photography ✓Printmaking ✓Jewelry ✓Culinary Arts ✓Contemporary Exhibitions

" Irvine Fine Arts Center is an 18,000-square-foot arts facility offering art camps, classes, events, and open studio programs for all ages. Its fully equipped studios support drawing and painting, ceramics, photography, printmaking, jewelry, and culinary arts. The center also presents contemporary and cultural exhibitions featuring local and regional artists. Programs encourage community awareness, understanding, and appreciation of art while providing opportunities for creative learning and leisurely viewing.

2026 Highlights: Irvine Fine Arts Center offers free admission for all the visitors. "

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Contact:

(949) 724-6880

Mon-Thu: 10am - 9pm
Fri: 10am - 5pm
Sat: 9am - 5pm
Sun: Closed

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IRVINE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

(4.8 Score)
5 San Joaquin,
Irvine, CA 92612 Directions

Since 1877

Specialty:

✓Historical Preservation ✓Irvine Ranch History ✓Museum Exhibits ✓Historical Research ✓Heritage Education ✓Agricultural History ✓Historical Archives

“ 2026 Highlights: Irvine Historical Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Irvine and the Irvine Ranch. Irvine Historical Museum preserves and shares the history of Irvine through historical exhibits, educational programs, research, and preservation efforts. Visitors can learn about the region’s agricultural heritage, early development, and the people who helped shape the Irvine community. The society also maintains historical resources and provides opportunities to explore Irvine’s past through museum experiences and community activities. Its work supports the preservation of local history and promotes greater appreciation of Irvine’s cultural and historical heritage. ”

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Contact:

(949) 786-4112

Tue & Sun: 1pm - 4pm
Mon,Wed-Sat: Closed

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GREAT PARK BALLOON RIDE REVIEWS

it was a cute little short fun experience. i was unsure about coming here first because of the amount of same low reviews. but it wasn’t even bad at all. we came on a saturday for the evening session which starts at 7:00, come earlier around 6:20-30, before you do, make sure you’ve signed the forms for everyone, come in around that time and get your passes. the session started at 7, and we got on around 7:20, only 20 min wait time, which is not bad at all. the experience was short n sweet. we went in the air and stopped for 10 mins to admire the views and got back on the ground. for the price, it was honestly very good and very fun! TRY IT OUT!!!.

Beautiful park with an amazing view from the balloon ride next to the fun merry-go-round! This park is BIG with so much more to do than your average OC park! And the grounds are well kept up with plenty of parking!.

Park is really nice, a little confusing to get in off main street on Sand Canyon, lots of sports fields. Kids play area has different places for all age kids, varousal rides and Hot Air Balloon ride for additional charge. Long walkways to walk and ride bikes with historic information painted on floor to read when walking. Bathrooms are fairly clean and park open until 10 pm with very well lit areas and high activity. There is a Customer service building with snack and drink vending machines that accept cash and card. There are indoor seating and tables, not many but a few. A really nice park to visit that was put inside the old El Toro Military Base. A few miles down the freeway from this park is the last Blimp Hangar still up and a site to see, cant go in and fenced off but massive.

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I love this place. They have so many different classes to choose from. No kids. . .That's o.k with me . Sometimes Mommies and Daddies need time for fun with out the kids. This place has a wonderful atmosphere and the teachers and volunteers are great!.

Beautiful spot to see local artists do their thing or live out your fantasy of seeing your work on the walls of Fine Arts Center by entering the yearly All Media competitions. A beautiful spot for all levels of art.

I would like to thank the staff member at the front desk for her unusual welcome when my daughter and I visited the gallery. Upon our arrival, we were initially made to feel as though we might not be allowed to enter. When I asked if the gallery was closed, I was informed it wasn’t but was then advised to ‘be careful.’ I’m unsure what we were meant to be cautious of, as the gallery features art on the walls and nothing particularly hazardous. It was an unexpected and perplexing interaction, especially for what should be a welcoming and enriching experience. I hope this isn’t reflective of the overall approach to visitors.

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This was my first visit to this facility, which is dedicated to teaching about the history of Irvine, and I was fortunate enough to attend a lecture on urban planning by Mr. Dannenbrink. The lecture was incredibly interesting, and his presentation materials were excellent. I thought it would be great if they could be scanned and added to a digital archive.

The Irvine History Society Museum is a great place to learn about the History of Irvine. The society has a hands on learning approach to learning. If you want to know about the history of Irvine, I recommend starting the Journey here and get a panflet on other historical places in Irvine, i.e. Katy Wheeler Library and Old Town Irvine.

An Irvine historical site that brings together the history with historical objects and the great stories by the docent. This is not only the history of Irvine from the Native Americans through the master planning of the city and stories of the progression of the West. It is a great place for all ages ( maybe not infants) to visit. If you live in Orange County or just want to understand how it became what it is, I would for sure want to visit this place.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

GREAT PARK BALLOON RIDE Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

IRVINE FINE ARTS CENTER Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Contact Info: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

IRVINE HISTORICAL MUSEUM Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Contact Info: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10