I've Lived in Southern California for 16 Years and This Is My Favorite Small Town—and It's Called 'The City of the Arts'

I've Lived in Southern California for 16 Years and This Is My Favorite Small Town—and It's Called 'The City of the Arts'

With Broadway shows, incredible dining, and a vibrant museum scene, there isn't much more you could ask for.Daytime view of the downtown city skyline of Costa Mesa, California.Credit: MattGush/Getty ImagesKey PointsCosta Mesa—located in Orange County, California—is known as the “City of the Arts” due to its world-class performing arts venue, award-winning musical artists, new art museum, and public art installations.Visitors can enjoy high-end s…