The best of the Gold Coast of California lies just outside your door. Discover tide pools and tidal wetlands, beaches set aside just for surfing, gondola rides through the canals of the city, or spend the day atDisneyland® Resort– just 20 minutes from Hyatt Regency Newport Beach. And that's just a small offering of the vast array of things to do in Newport Beach, California. Nearly every month of the year, there's a noteworthy annual event. Visit January through March for superb whale watching, cheer for the hometown favorite during the April Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race, Festival of the Arts in Laguna is a must-see, and jazz, fireworks and an enchanting boat regatta round out the calendar. From year-round golf to boutique shopping, sporting events, major theme parks, inviting beaches and a superb selection of arts and entertainment, our quintessential Southern California seaside destination offers an impressive list of Newport Beach things to do.