Life At UCI

On Campus:

The Irvine campus is a dynamic cosmopolitan community offering on-campus entertainment venues, intellectually stimulating speaker series, state-of-the art fitness facilities, social clubs and organizations, and all the other expected ingredients that make life at UCI both vibrant and full.

Off Campus

Irvine, and the surrounding Southern California region, is often described as a "total destination" offering a range of stores, dining, & other activities that appeal to all ages. From major theme parks, beaches, hiking, water sports, professional athletic teams, to culinary delights, all are found within minutes of Irvine.

Entertainment & Attractions as listed by Destination Irvine's website.
Adventure City - theme park built for kids.
Official Anaheim Mighty Ducks Hockey Page
Angel's Baseball Online - Major League baseball at Anaheim's beautiful Edison Field Stadium
Anaheim Orange County Visitors and Convention Bureau - the site with the most comprehensive information on visiting destinations in Orange County
Air Combat USA - For jet-fighter enthusiasists, this site is the ultimate experience. How would you like to fly a plane in mock combat?
Aardvark Cycles - With our great weather available, biking year round is no problem. Check out this site for recommended paths rated for levels of difficulty.
Big Bear Mountains - a four seasons resort community surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest, 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles with a wide variety of out-door activities, including hiking skiing and boating. Great for families!
Catalina Island - A site showcasing the shops, services and different forms of entertainment that this famous island just 2 hours off the Southern California coast has to offer.
Crystal Cathedral Church - "Located in Garden Grove, California, the Cyrstal Cathedral is the home base for the international Cyrstal Cathedral Ministries, including a congregation of over 10,000 members and the internationally televised 'Hour of Power'" and "The Glory of Christmas" pageant.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing - Come see the whales and dolphins between Dec. and April. Internet coupon discounts available on this site!
Davey's Locker - boasts 7 sports fishing boats and 4 whale watching boats. Great for water parties.
Day Go Tours - One Day Trips to Mexico and numerous locations in Southern California. Mystery trips and travel packages to more distant locations available.
The Discovery Musuem of Orange County - a natural and cultural history center dedicated to preserving, promoting and restoring the hertiage of Orange County.
Discovery Science Center - kids and adults alike can enjoy the wonder of discovery. Click the link and check out the "shake shack", "Tornado" and other exciting exhibits.

Disneyland - Home of Mickey Mouse, Downtown Disney, Disneyland, and the new California Adventure.
Fashion Island - An upscale outdoor mall with over 200 shops, 40 restaurants, and two cinemas with a dozen screens.
Flightline - Flight Simulation Center - experience fighter jet combat through virtual reality simulators.
Fun Zone Boat Company - a floating restaurant that offers brunches, private lunches, cocktail and dinner cruises as well as other special events such as sight-seeing tours and whale-watching.
Great Escapes Charters - a diving boat that offers packages for under water photography and sports fishing, as well as night lobster dives between Oct. and March

Griffith Observatory - a landmark since 1935, the observatory is visited by millions of people each year who share an interest in the heavens
Hollywood Park - Horseracing excitement.
Honda Center - Major concerts and Events Listings.
Huntington Beach Online - find out about the community events, shops, restaurants and all things surf related on this site.
Irvine Spectrum - touted as Orange County's premier shopping and entertainment destination, the Spectrum offers a variety of stores, restaurants, concerts, movies, dancing and nightclubs, and the IMAX theatre.
Knott's Berry Farm - An Old West theme park full of fun for families located in Buena Park, northern Orange County. Home of the Ghostrider coaster.
Laguna Beach is typical of the many seaside villages with gentle sea breezes along the pacific coast next to UCI. There are beaches, art galleries, unique restaurants and shops.
Lakers Basketball - Can't live without your basketball? Check out the world champion Lakers' page for scores, schedules and player stats
LA Kings Hockey - Are you a hockey fan? Check out what's new with the Los Angeles Kings
LA Clippers Basketball Home of the Clippers. News, scores, stats, player information and schedules all available here.
Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific - explore the wonders of the beautiful Pacific Ocean from the safety of dry land. Online coupons available!
Medieval Times - Located in Buena Park, Medieval Times dinner theatre and tournament will transport you to the age of knights and ladies. Use their online coupon to save money and get the royal treatment!
Mission San Juan Capistrano - explore California's multi-cultural past by touring this historial landmark. Visit them to celebrate the annual Return of the Swallows
Mountain Bike Trails of O.C. - For mountain bike enthusiasists, this site outlines the various places available in Orange County to indulge your passion whether you're just beginning or experienced
Movie Listings - A listing of new films, previews, reviews, and show times provided by region.
Newport Harbor Christmas Boat Parade - More than 200 boats cruise the harbor decorated in dazzling lights. This week-long boat parade, the largest and oldest of its kind in Southern California, lasts about two-and-a-half hours.
Orange County Beaches - Get information and directions to all of Orange County's beaches
Orange County Fair - find out more about this coming year's OC Fair
Palace Park, Irvine - a wide selection of games and entertainment in the form of bumper cars, miniature golf, laser tag, go-karts, batting cages, video games and more!
Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum - As seen on the famous television show and located in Buena Park. Coupon available online!
Santa Ana Zoo - Located in central Orange County, the zoo offers several tours for those of you who are interested in the wilder side of life
Santa Anita Racing - Horseracing excitment.
Sherman Gardens - A beautiful public garden near the Sherman Library. Tours of the conservatory, herb gardens and more available
Shopping Malls in Orange County - With over a dozen major shopping malls in the county, you can find almost anything your heart desires.
South Coast Plaza - A large, two-level mall that is world famous for its great shopping.
Tournament of Roses Parade - Pasadena's parade, more than a century old, is celebrated every New Year's Day and is watched by people around the world. Floats are decorated only with flowers or other organics.
Tustin Marketplace - A fabulous outdoor mall with over 100 venues to choose from for your shopping, dining and entertainment pleasure.