There
is a lot to do in Irvine. Some of the historical sites to see include
Old Town Irvine, which stands today as a testament to the rich
agricultural past of what has become one of California's most heavily
urban counties. Founded in 1887 as the distribution and storage
center of the 125,000-acre Irvine ranch,Old Town Irvine was to
develop over the years a bean and grain storage warehouse (1895)
and granary (1947) known as the Irvine Bean and Grain Grower's
Building, a blacksmith's shop
(1916),
a hotel (1913), a general store (1911), and an employees' bungalow
(1915). All of these structures have been rehabilitated for commercial
uses and their exteriors have been painstakingly maintained.
Old Town Irvine old historical buildings were redeveloped and are now
used as restaurants, shops and a hotel. It is Orange County's premier dining, shopping and entertainment destination. You can also enjoy concerts, dancing, movies, dining, comedy and nightclubs. You and your family can visit Wild Rivers Water Park. Wild Rivers is a family amusement water park offering over forty water rides and attractions for all ages. Irvine is the perfect place to have a full day of fun, cooling off. So come take it easy in Irvine.