Top 5 Things to Do in Buena Park, CA: The Ultimate Guide (2024)
Buena Park At-A-Glance
| Population | 83,011 |
|---|---|
| Area | 10.56 mi² |
| Best known for | Knott's Berry Farm |
| Character | Mix of residential and commercial due to the theme park |
Buena Park is in the northwest corner of Orange County, right next to LA county. It’s a pretty low-key place, with most of its recognition coming from Knott’s Berry Farm.
Top 5 Things to Do in Buena Park
1. Knott’s Berry Farm
Knott’s Berry Farm started as a small family-run berry stand in the 1920s. It eventually transformed into one of the largest theme parks in the country, receiving 4 million visits per year.
Knott’s Berry Farm is Disneyland’s overlooked little sister, but the one place where they have Mickey beat is coasters! There are lots of great rollercoasters here for thrill-seekers. You can’t leave without riding Ghostrider and Supreme Scream.
Complete List of Knott’s Berry Farm Rides
Knott’s Berry Farm has two major seasonal events each year: Knott’s Merry Farm, during the winter holidays, and Knott’s Scary Farm, the Halloween event.
Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner
Opened in 1934, this is the park’s most notable eatery. No need to purchase a park ticket, they’re open to the general public.
2. Soak City Waterpark
Right across the street from Knott’s Berry Farm—separate admission required
Closed for the season. Will be open from May 18 - Sept 8, 2024
3. Medieval Times
Maybe it’s the opportunity to just sit and be entertained, or the chicken dinner, but tourists love Medieval Times.
4. Pirates Dinner Adventure
5. Porto’s Bakery
Expect long lines out the door during peak times
Try this: Refugios (guava pastries) and their potato balls
6. The Source
Buena Park is home to a large Korean population and was recently designated Orange County’s second Koreatown. The Source, a mall with primarily Asian businesses, is its most popular destination.
