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Home/Destinations/Newport Beach/Balboa Island

Balboa Island & Peninsula Tours

A slice of old Newport: Balboa Island and the Balboa Peninsula charm visitors with their waterfront path, the historic Fun Zone, the tiny car ferry and the original frozen banana. A walkable, nostalgic corner of the harbour.

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
−15%
Newport Beach
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
4.4(1,051)·2h 15min
from$33$39/ person
via Viator
Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People
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Newport Beach
Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People
4.9(327)·2 hours
from$150$170/ person
via Viator
Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Newport Beach
Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
4.2(240)·2 hours
from$39/ person
via Viator
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
−15%
Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
4.6(215)·2h–2h 30min
from$59$69/ person
via Viator
Catalina Island Ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon
Newport Beach
Catalina Island Ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon
4.1(154)·1h 15min
from$47/ person
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Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach
Newport Beach
Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach
5.0(71)·2h 30min
from$425/ person
via Viator
The Boat People Cruise Private Harbor Cruises
Newport Beach
The Boat People Cruise Private Harbor Cruises
5.0(52)·1h 30min
from$100/ person
via Viator
City Cruises Premier Brunch Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach
City Cruises Premier Brunch Cruise from Newport Beach
4.8(38)·2 hours
from$128/ person
via Viator
Historic Newport Harbor Boat Tours
Newport Beach
Historic Newport Harbor Boat Tours
5.0(38)·2 hours
from$379/ person
via Viator
Catalina Island Ferry Avalon to Newport Beach
Newport Beach
Catalina Island Ferry Avalon to Newport Beach
3.6(19)·1h 15min
from$47/ person
via Viator
Holiday Lights Cruise Throughout Luxurious Newport Beach Harbor
Newport Beach
Holiday Lights Cruise Throughout Luxurious Newport Beach Harbor
4.0(13)·1h 15min–2h
from$38/ person
via Viator
Pedego Electric Bike Rental
Newport Beach
Pedego Electric Bike Rental
5.0(8)·2–4 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Private Arrival Transfer from John Wayne Orange County Airport SNA
Newport Beach
Private Arrival Transfer from John Wayne Orange County Airport SNA
3.0(8)·30 min–1h 30min
from$32/ person
via Viator
Walking Food Tour of Newport Beach
Newport Beach
Walking Food Tour of Newport Beach
5.0(4)·3 hours
from$110/ person
via Viator
Self-Guided Orange County Driving Tour from Huntington Beach
Newport Beach
Self-Guided Orange County Driving Tour from Huntington Beach
5.0(1)·3–4 hours
from$15/ person
via Viator

Balboa Island in Newport Beach — FAQ

What is Balboa Island known for?
Its waterfront walking path, cottage-lined lanes, the Balboa Fun Zone and the famous frozen banana treat.
How do you get to Balboa Island?
By car or on the historic Balboa Island Ferry, a short and scenic three-car crossing.
Is Balboa Island walkable?
Yes — a flat 1.5-mile path circles the island, past shops and waterfront homes.

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