Harbor Day

Newport Harbor is the soul of Newport Beach, and a full day spent exploring it reveals layers of history, beauty, and character that most visitors never discover. Begin with a morning coffee at a harbor-side cafe, watching the fishing boats head out and the early sailors rig their boats. Take the Balboa Ferry to the island for a morning stroll, then rent a Duffy boat for a self-guided harbor tour — the harbor's 9,000+ boats, its magnificent waterfront estates, its yacht clubs, and its wildlife make for endlessly fascinating exploration. Lunch at a waterfront restaurant, then an afternoon whale watching or sportfishing trip. As evening approaches, find a spot on the harbor to watch the sunset paint the water gold, then dinner at one of the harbor's finest restaurants.