10 Things You Have to Do While in Mission Viejo

While Orange County in general is a very popular vacation destination, Mission Viejo is one of its cities that s often overlooked. But truth is, Mission Viejo is a hidden treasure waiting to be explored. Outside of the dozens of fabulous restaurants, here are a few cool things you can check out if you’re looking for something to do on a Saturday Afternoon.

1. Summer Concerts at Lake Mission Viejo
   • Lake Mission Viejo is a popular hot spot for Mission Viejo residents year around, but especially in the summer. Every Saturday of the summer at 7pm there is a different amazing performer varying from Chase Rise to the legendary KC and the Sunshine Band. Show up at 4pm if you want to catch Jazzfest & Taste of the Lake.
     
2. Burke Williams Spa
   • Need a little bit of relaxation? Burke Williams Spa is the place to go. Voted Best of Orange County in 2011 & 2012, this spa has everything you might need to have a leisurely day with friends or maybe just a quiet and serene day for yourself. Whether it’s a manicure, a facial or a full-body massage, Burke Williams Spa is the best of the best for pampering.
3. A Hidden Vine
   • If drinking wine is your hobby, then you cannot leave Mission Viejo without visiting A Hidden Wine. Go on a Friday night to enjoy a wine tasting overlooking Lake Mission Viejo or join the Wine club where you can have two featured wines every three months, tasting notes, and more!
4. OC Wine Mart & Tasting Bar
   • If you just want a simple, quick-stop wine tasting, then the OC Wine Bar is exactly what you are looking for. In addition to an incredible selection of premium wine, there is a self-serve wine tasting bar for you and your friends to try on your own. Try some wine, buy some wine, and then go have a movie night at home!
5. Howie’s Game Shack
   • If you have kids that love gaming, they won’t let you live it down if you don’t take them to Howie’s Game Shack. This place has an expansive list of virtual games for PCs and Xbox One that basically creates a gamer heaven. You can even have a gaming party!
6. Saddleback Lanes
   • For some good and affordable family fun, you can never go wrong with a night of bowling. This amazing bowling alley has the best lanes, a full-service coffee shop, and a fantastic lounge.
7. Color Me Mine
   • If you like crafting or you have creative kids, Color Me Mine is perfect for you. This unique crafting studio gives customers the opportunity to pick a blank piece of pottery and design and paint it in any way they want. If that’s not cool enough already, Color Me Mine bakes all of your creations in a real pottery kennel to give your product that professional-quality.
8. Casta Del Sol Golf Course
   • This isn’t just any golf course. It has a quality, upscale feel with affordable prices. They even have amazing all-inclusive rates that not only include the Green Fee, but also give you access to a cart, breakfast, lunch, and two beers for a price starting at just $22.95.
9. Mission Viejo Mall
   • If you’re wondering where you can get your shopping done. The Shops at Mission Viejo is the best place to go. With stores for everyone and great deals you can’t beat a day out shopping with your friends or family.
10. Oso Creek Trail
    • Do you feel the most alive when you are in the great outdoors? If so, this popular Mission Viejo trail is for you. This amazing trail started in 1997 as a way for the residents of Mission Viejo to come together and celebrate not only the Earth but the arts as well. This trail is 5.5 miles long and is filled with beautiful sites like the Butterfly Garden and the Wave Wall.

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