A charming island village in the middle of Newport Bay, Balboa Island is only a five-minute ferry ride away from the mainland, and well worth the trip.
A charming island village in the middle of Newport Bay, Balboa Island is only a five-minute ferry ride away from the mainland, and well worth the trip. A charming island village in the middle of Newport Bay, Balboa Island is only a five-minute ferry ride away from the mainland, and well worth the trip. Visitors should leave their cars behind and set out on foot along the pathway, which offers expansive views of the bay and harbor, as well as the beautiful oceanfront homes. For shopping and dining, Marine Avenue is the place to be for its quaint shops, outdoor cafes, and fine restaurants.
Visitors who arrive in June are just in time for one of the region's biggest events -- the Balboa Island Parade, a festive display of floats, marching bands, vintage cars, and drill teams. On the first Friday of each month, the Balboa Island Stroll offers a lovely evening out, when all shops extend their hours and serve cheese, crackers, and refreshments. With its beaches, sea cruises, golfing, outdoor concerts, and the Fun Zone arcades, Balboa Island truly offers something for everyone.
