You’ve rocked through the night at the House of Blues in Downtown Disney. You’ve grabbed a quintessential SoCal swim suit from Quiksilver or Roxy.  You’ve explored every possible stretch of beach.  But there is one teeny, tiny thing you’re missing:  your backstage pass to the coolest spots in OC.  We know you want to get behind the scenes.  And we’re here to help. 

Orange County Performing Artcenter
Arts and culture aficionados, have we got a backstage pass for you.  Now’s your chance to get a closer look at theatre production.  Experience OCPAC’s all-new expanded Center Tour and get inside SoCal’s award-winning home of performing arts like Broadway’s Wicked.  This tour takes you behind the curtains and through all the backstage areas, dressing and rehearsal rooms, and magnificent lobbies.  Plus, your trusty guide will give you the inside scoop on the architecture, sculpture and other awesome objects d’arte that grace the interior and exterior of The Center.  600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.  Call for reservations and more information 714-556-2122 ext. 4259.   www.ocpac.org. 

Aquarium of the Pacific
Ever wondered what it would be like to prepare meals for 12,500 animals?  Ever thought about what it would take to maintain a goldfish bowl the size of three football fields?  Wonder no longer.  We invite you to join the Aquarium of the Pacific for a fascinating one-hour journey on their Behind-the-Scenes Tour.  Dive into the underwater world and discover places in the Aquarium that most visitors never have the chance to explore. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach.  Call for reservations and more information 562-951-1630.  www.aquariumofpacific.org. 

The OC Experience
Maybe you aren’t a fan of musicals, or fish for that matter.  That’s okay.  We’ve still got one trick up our sleeve.  How does this sound:  The OC Experience.  See why, for the past four years, the whole world was obsessed with The OC on FOX.  Escape for the day to fabulous Newport Beach.  Newport’s considered the crown jewel of the California Riviera and is famous for its beautiful harbor, incredible beach-front mansions and world-class shopping.  It’s home and playground to many sports, film and television stars.  And don’t forget, it served as the “on location” site for The OC from 2003 – 2007. 

Book this exclusive tour through Anaheim Sightseeing and Tours and you’ll see an Orange County that few get to experience.  First you’ll visit the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and enjoy awesome exhibits, including the world-class ship model gallery featuring over $3 million in spectacular models dating as far back as 1798.  Then sneak a peek at the former residences of celebs like John Wayne, Humphrey Bogart, Tyrone Power, Buddy Ebsen and many more of Hollywood's finest.  You’ll also get to cruise beautiful Newport Harbor, home to multi-million dollar mansions and yachts belonging to the hottest stars of the past and present.  And, just like a newpsie on the show, you’ll shop to your heart’s content at Fashion Island.  At SoCal’s premier open-air shopping and dining venue, you'll truly see why everyone was fascinated with The OC.  Just don’t forget comfortable walking shoes.  And your camera – you never know what or who you might see.  2001 South Manchester, Anaheim.  Call for reservations and more information 800-828-6699.  www.socaltours.com.