Balboa Island Welcome


Official visitor's guide to Balboa Island in Newport Beach on the west coast of California. Offering listings of accommodation, activities, festivals, maps, travel information and more. Stop by and stay a while, and see why many refer to this beautiful island as "The Host of the Coast".

Welcome To Balboa Island's Visitor's Guide

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This site includes Balboa Island and parts of the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach on the west coast of California. This area is steeped in history and, despite its remote location, has produced or attracted a rich array of famous people and fascinating characters. Use the navigation on the left to find out more about Balboa Island's attractions, activities, and accommodations.

Annual Holiday Boat Parade Photos "Click Here"

The Best Kept Secret In Shopping!

Are you looking for a inexpensive, yet thoroughly enriching experience? Why not venture down to Marine Ave., a charming collection of Cape Cod-style picturesque gift shops, galleries and restaurants. Marine Ave. boasts 80 - 100 retailers that offer exclusive Island products and Apparel.

Wine & Dine

From cafes and tea shops to some of the finest cuisine in the world. In addition, a wide selection of family-run restaurants, Balboa offers a full range of options for Dining. With its pacific location, fine dining is a speciality in Balboa Island's restaurants. So if you are looking for International cuisine, or just Americana - we are the place.

 

What's Happening

The Balboa Island Parade 2007- See Picture Gallery CLICK HERE

The Newport Holiday Boat Parade 2009- See Picture Gallery CLICK HERE

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Adopt A Pot

We love to keep Balboa Island Beautiful and we want a "walk around the Island to be an enjoyable experience for all!" A great way to help and be a part of it is is to "Adopt-A-Pot". If you are interested, just give me a call! Peggy Marotta 723-4226

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Balboa Island Museum and Historical Society

502 S. Bayfront (Upstairs Next to the Ferry) Balboa Island, CA OPEN: SATURDAY AND WEDNESDAY 10 am to 2pm - Admission Free (949) 675-3952

Wednesdays, 11 Am - 12 Noon

Wednesdays, 11 Am - 12 Noon
Fun at Pirates Cove, 2 - 5 year olds
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
(949) 673-7863 X 105 Carol Davis

Click here for more info.
6pm to 9 pm the first Friday of each month

Balboa Island Stroll

A New Event the "Balboa Island Stroll" will happen from 6pm to 9 pm the first Friday of each month. It is an evening when all shops will be open until 9 and most will be serving cheese, crackers, and refreshments.