Buena Park: Fun All Year-Round
The proud home of Knott's Berry Farm and some 85,000 permanent residents, Buena Park, CA is located in northwestern Orange County, California just 12 miles from downtown Santa Ana. Buena Park also sits within the Los Angeles metropolitan area but is also essentially a residential suburb and a commercial hub. The city's thriving economy is due to the presence of several big names headquartered in the city. Its E-Zone district is filled with theme parks, designer shops, luxury hotels, and other attractions that keep the city teeming with visitors and the neighboring John Wayne Airport heavy in tourist traffic.
Best Time to Visit
Summers in Buena Park, California are often short, temperate, dry, and clear making it the perfect time to stroll around and enjoy the many warm-weather activities the city offers. Temperatures hover around the low 70s and spikes up to the low 80s towards the tail-end of August. Although the winter months are known to be long, cool, and sometimes rainy, temperatures rarely go below 39 degrees. The best time to visit Buena Park is from late February to early July when room rates aren't as steep as summer prices.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Buena Park is a hit for travelers visiting with families. The city proudly hosts a myriad of attractions perfect for both adults and kids, like the Knott's Berry Farm Theme Park, Knott's Soak City Water Park, Pirate's Dinner Adventure Show, Movieland Wax Museum, Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum, and the Medieval Times. Adults interested to learn about the city's history can visit the Whitaker-Jaynes House or and the Bacon House. Travelers can opt to stay at Knott's Berry Farm Hotel or at the Radisson Suite Buena Park that are conveniently located close to popular attractions.