The 10 Best Free Things to do in Anaheim, California (CA)

March 9, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Known as the home of “the happiest place on Earth,” there’s more to Anaheim than thrilling theme parks. Bring your appetite to the Anaheim Packing District and Center Street Promenade for some eclectic eateries and award-winning craft breweries. Explore the latest exhibits at the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center. Enjoy live music at the all-new House of Blues, now at the Anaheim GardenWalk.
Restaurants in Anaheim

1. Downtown Disney District

Disneyland Dr at Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92804 +1 714-781-4565 https://disneyland.disney.go.com/experience-updates/downtown-disney/
Excellent
50%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8,768 reviews

Downtown Disney District

Make way for more magic with unique eateries, upscale shops and exciting entertainment for Guests of all ages at Disneyland Resort's Downtown Disney District! Check out Disney fan favorite shops like World of Disney, Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop, & Disney Home; and unique restaurants like Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes & Salt & Straw. For the most up to date health and safety measures and top things to know, go to: https: //disneyland.disney.go.com / experience-updates / downtown-disney / Check out Disney fan favorite shops like World of Disney, Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop, & Disney Home; and unique restaurants like Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes & Salt & Straw. For the most up to date health and safety measures and top things to know, go to: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/experience-updates/downtown-disney/

Reviewed By CMelam - Bend, United States

In addition to the two Disney parks, there's also Downtown Disney which is a must see when in Anaheim. We always have a great time walking around Downtown, shopping, having a great meal, and just hanging out. There are plenty of restaurants, great shopping opportunities if you've forgotten to buy your keepsakes in the park, and a great place to people watch. You can get many of the sweets that you can find in the park, and the huge Disney store has everything you could want.

2. Anaheim Farmer's Market

203 W Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805-3911 +1 714-956-3586 http://www.anaheim.net/farmersmarket/main.html
Excellent
64%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

Anaheim Farmer's Market

A variety of items and food, from stained glass and specialty fashions to mangos and melons, can be found at this weekly open-air market in downtown Anaheim.

3. Anaheim Packing District

440 S Anaheim Blvd Corner of Santa Ana Blvd & Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805-7714 +1 714-533-7225 [email protected] http://anaheimpackingdistrict.com/visitor-information
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 869 reviews

Anaheim Packing District

Reviewed By mikerX714HZ

Pre COVID, this place is amazing! I have NOT been there since the restrictions, and Covid stuff. Prior to all that, this area is awesome! This is going to be long so, bare with me! First off, pay for the valet parking! It don t cost much, will save you the headache. Parking can be a nightmare. Park your car, and enjoy the area! This a great place for dates, and just getting out! The food options are amazing! Google “The Blind rabbit”! I had no idea about this place! Until, a wall opend up while, my daughter was enjoying a crape. Yeah! The wall just opened! I was leaning against it! Disneyland thing, Speak easy,/pirates of the Caribbean/ Alice in wonder land/ Harry Potter/ steam punk/ mixology place can’t really put my finger on it, or the kind of vibe but, really awesome and, the staff is amazing! Very easy to talk to, and they answer all your dumb questions, like mine, as to what they are setting on fire, and what the contraptions are doing. Make a reservation! Like 20 people max capacity! Perfect for a date night! Just do drinks though unless you are into fancy food. Would have preferred one of the many options available in the packing house. Just not my thing. Asian place across the street, great noodles! Walk down two lights, hang a left, house of chimney cakes!! GO THERE! Then, walk down to the DUCKS hockey arena and watch amateurs skate and play hockey! Air conditioning, and, a full bar! Awesome!

4. Phantom Ales

1211 N Las Brisas St, Anaheim, CA 92806-1823 +1 714-630-9463 http://www.phantomales.com
Excellent
60%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

Phantom Ales

Reviewed By BruceJ32406 - Fountain Valley, United States

This establishment is located in an industrial area with a good size tasting room serving various craft beers and a good food menu selection. Staff is very friendly and helpful in selecting the type of beer you want.

5. Bottle Logic Brewing

1072 N Armando St, Anaheim, CA 92806-2605 +1 714-660-2537 [email protected] http://www.bottlelogic.com
Excellent
53%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Bottle Logic Brewing

In addition to our #StageSelect to-go station and the left side of our building, we are now welcoming guests to our newly expanded patio for on-premise draft beer service from 12:00 - 10:00pm daily. Confirm hours here. We’ve reinvented our Tasting Room operations for a safe, socially-distant experience and we’re excited to see you!

6. Oak Canyon Nature Center

6700 E Walnut Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA 92807-4948 +1 714-998-8380 http://www.anaheim.net/1096/Oak-Canyon-Nature-Center
Excellent
53%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30 reviews

Oak Canyon Nature Center

Reviewed By Explore13407372133 - Hudson, United States

This was a relaxing stroll along a stream in a beautiful park. The cotrast in the rich vegetation fed by the stream and the dry hillsides was striking.

7. The Lego Store

1580 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802-2294 http://disneyland.disney.go.com/shops/downtown-disney-district/lego-store/
Excellent
55%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

The Lego Store

1580 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802-2294 +1 877-560-6477 http://disneyland.disney.go.com/shops/downtown-disney-district/wonderground-gallery/
Excellent
70%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

WonderGround Gallery

9. World of Disney

1580 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802-2294 +1 877-560-6477 http://disneyland.disney.go.com/shops/downtown-disney-district/world-of-disney/
Excellent
51%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 55 reviews

World of Disney

Reviewed By 208Quinn2C - Caldwell, United States

This was great! We could get basically anything we were looking in the parks at right here and didnt have to worry about carrying it around all day like we would have inside the parks! So many options!

10. Backstreet Brewery

1884 S Santa Cruz St, Anaheim, CA 92805-6726 +1 657-236-4050 http://www.backstreetbrew.com
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Backstreet Brewery

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