Community & Visitors

Welcome to UCI

Founded in 1965, the University of California, Irvine combines the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. With a commitment to cutting-edge research, teaching, learning and creativity, UCI is a driving force of innovation and discovery that benefits our local, national and global communities in multiple ways. Visit Quick Facts to learn more about the remarkable university UCI has become.

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Maps, Directions & Parking

Visit the Campus Maps page for the best way to reach UCI and locate intended campus destinations, as well as nearby parking options. Parking & Transportation Services offers information on parking rates and timely updates on UCI construction projects and their impact on getting around campus.

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Visitor Center

The Visitor Center welcomes prospective students and their parents, alumni and all visitors who want to know more about the university. It should be your first stop when you make a trip to the Irvine campus, and it is the starting point for campus tours. Located in the UCI Student Center, across from the Student Center Parking Structure near Campus and West Peltason drives, the Visitor Center is open 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday. Can’t make a trip to campus just yet? A virtual tour provides panoramic views and descriptions of many areas of the campus.

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Ideas for spending a day on campus

Open to the public; visit almost any time

Plan ahead; reservations and tickets may be required

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For those staying longer than a day

Some area hotels offer UCI rates and shuttle service. See SNAP’s Local Hotels page for details.

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Travel & Transportation

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Other Highlights of the O.C.

Entertainment and Shopping

Local Communities

General information about Orange County

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