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

NEW - Balboa Island Celebration Parade... See Picture Gallery
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.

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. Live On the Island Live on magical Balboa Island for a week, a month, a year or a lifetime! Balboa Island real estate offices represent a huge inventory of VACATION RENTAL PROPERTIES as well as long term lease properties, from the charming to the stunning, from the quintessential beach cottage to the fabulous waterfront mansion. Use this website to locate photos, rates and availability. To your left, click on accommodations, then click on Real Estate/Rentals. Many offices/agents listed do Rentals and Sales. 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 Balboa has several festivals and events throughout the season and 2010 is no exception. Hotels and pubs provide music and entertainment in high season and at weekends. This list shows some of the events taking place this summer; more will be added as they are announced and full details will be published as soon as they become available. It is advisable to check local papers and tourist offices to ensure you don't miss any of the local events! NEW - Balboa Island Celebration Parade... See Picture Gallery The Newport Holiday Boat Parade - See Picture Gallery M - F 8/2-6 5th Annual Just Plein Fun Dawn to Dusk This is where artists visit the island and paint views in open air taking advantage of ambient light and conditions. All around the island. For more information, visit our page here.   'Provisions' 2009 1st place winner by Daniel Aldana Sat 8/7 Brush Off Contest 4 to 6 PM (Watch artists compete to capture the Island charm along Marine Avenue) Along Marine Avenue. Reception and Awards, 6:30PM, Debra Huse Gallery, Balboa Ave. at Marine Ave.,( Meet the artists & vote for your favorite Island painting) Last Year's Winner, Michael Situ for his depiction of "Candy Store" Sat 8/7 Sand Castle Contest 9-10 AM Ruby Beach, N. Bay Front, E. of Ruby Sat 8/28 Pancake Breakfast No. 2 8-10 AM Pancake Breakfast No. 2 Balboa Island Park, 115 Agate Ave. Last Year Highlights Click Photo for Gallery Sat 1/8/11 Undecorate Light Poles 8:00 AM Behind Stone Bldg at 123 Agate Ave Please contact Marine Ave. Business Improvement District for further details of any of these events.