As part of our Best of 2014 guide, we focused on four perfect days in Orange County. We’ve done the planning for you, whether you’re in the mood for romance, athletic activity, some family time, or if you are showing out-of-towners a good time. Remember, these are best-of recommendations.

Best Family Day in O.C.

Ride the Train

Take an Amtrak or Metrolink to San Juan Capistrano; both adjacent Fullerton depots are historical.

amtrak.com, metrolinktrains.com

Zoomars Petting Zoo

An easy walk from the station to an old-fashioned place with gentle animals, plus mini-train and pony rides, and panning for gold.

zoomars.com

Lunch Choices

Humming Bird House Café, Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot, and Mission Grill are all an easy stroll.

hummingcafe.com, capistranodepot.com, missiongrillsjc.com

Catch a Movie

The nearby Regency Theatre has four auditoriums.

regencymovies.com