Brea, California travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Brea is a city in Orange County.

1 sights · 1 things to do · 3 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Brea

Carbon Canyon Regional Park

Downtown Brea

Upscale downtown area hosting cinemas and restaurants.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Jan–Dec. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 48°F. Wettest: Feb and Jan. (climate data from nearby Anaheim)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
LGB Long Beach International Airport, Long Beach — 16 mi away (major hub). Directions
SNA John Wayne Orange County International Airport, Santa Ana — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions

Take the 57 Freeway to Imperial Hwy or Lambert Rd.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

Places to stay listed here: about $90–$110 a night (typical $110), from 3 listed prices.
Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$130, mid-range ~$180, comfortable ~$280.

See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Downtown Brea
Afternoon Carbon Canyon Regional Park

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

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Map

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Get in

Take the 57 Freeway to Imperial Hwy or Lambert Rd.

See

See Downtown Brea

Upscale downtown area hosting cinemas and restaurants.

Brea Blvd & Birch St☎ +1 714 674-0801⚠ Last checked Apr 2020 — confirm before you go

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Do

Do Carbon Canyon Regional Park

📍 4442 Carbon Canyon Rd☎ +1 714 973-3160⚠ Last checked Jun 2018 — confirm before you go

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Buy

Shop Brea Mall

Upscale center, showcasing five major department stores, over 175 specialty shops, a full-service day spa, and many popular restaurants. Its architectural highlights include Italian tile walkways, vaulted skylights, and fountains.

📍 1065 Brea MallExit 57 at Imperial☎ +1 714-990-2732Checked Dec 2025

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Sleep

Stay Chase Suite Hotel

📍 3100 E Imperial Hwy💲 $110-232Check-in 3PM · out noon☎ +1 714-579-3200⚠ Last checked Apr 2020 — confirm before you go

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Stay Embassy Suites by Hilton

This hotel features a pool, atrium, and free breakfast.

📍 900 East Birch Street 1across the street from the Brea Mall💲 Rates around $150Check-in 4PM · out 11AM☎ +1 714 990-6000⚠ Last checked Apr 2020 — confirm before you go

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