Travel from the east to the west side of the city – or the north end to the south end – and you will get a flavor of the distinct residential and commercial areas that combine to make the City of Newport Beach one of the most attractive communities on the west coast. Newport Beach is known for its villages, each with its own distinct character and appearance. The permanent, year-round residential population of Newport Beach is 86,252 and the summertime population increases to approximately 100,000.

Located in the center of coastal Orange County, Newport Beach is known for its vast recreational opportunities and outstanding shopping, dining and lodging. The city surrounds Newport Bay and more than 9,000 boats of all types are docked within the 21-square-mile harbor area. The bay and the citys eight miles of ocean beach offer outstanding fishing, swimming, surfing and aquatic activities. The Newport Beach Conference and Visitor Bureau is a non-profit organization under contract with the City.

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