The Anaheim Packing District is a downtown Anaheim destination built around historic projects, food and public space. For things to do in downtown Anaheim, you can visit the former orange-packing facility turned food hall, spend time at Farmers Park and pair the outing with the Center Street Promenade.
- Four projects: Anaheim Packing House, MAKE, Farmers Park and Packard Building.
- The Packing House is a two-story food hall in a former 1919 orange-packaging facility.
- Farmers Park covers 2 acres.
- The Downtown Anaheim Certified Farmers Market takes place on Thursdays at the Center Street Promenade.
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What the Packing District includes
The Anaheim Packing District brings four historic projects together: Anaheim Packing House, MAKE, Farmers Park and Packard Building. The best-known stop is the Packing House, at 440 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805.
Once an orange-packaging facility dating to 1919, the Packing House has been converted into a two-story food hall. Its history gives the building a clear connection to Anaheim’s agricultural past, while its current use makes it a place to eat and spend time downtown.
Farmers Park adds open space to the district, covering 2 acres. Together, the food hall and park give you a choice between a meal inside the historic building and time outdoors.
Food and public spaces
The Packing House is the district’s main food hall, and food from its businesses can also be enjoyed at Unsung Brewing Company. Outside food and drinks are not permitted inside the Packing House, Umami Burger or Pali Wine Co.
Common areas are not available for reservation. If you’re planning a large group visit or private party, contact individual merchants to ask about arrangements. Pets are not permitted in the district’s interior or exterior areas for health-code reasons; service animals are defined as trained dogs performing work or tasks for a person with a disability.
Check market and event schedules
The Downtown Anaheim Certified Farmers Market is an open-air market held every Thursday at 201 Center Street Promenade. It runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., making it a possible addition to a downtown visit on market day.
The Packing District advises that merchant hours vary and recommends checking with individual establishments for current operating hours. The district is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Check the official site before you go.
How do you get to the Packing District from the Disneyland area?
From Disneyland or the Convention Center, the district’s driving directions are to head north on Harbor Boulevard for 2 miles, turn right onto Santa Ana Street, then left onto Anaheim Boulevard. For a theme-park day, the guide to getting to Disneyland from the hotel area covers that separate trip.
Self-parking is available in the Packing House lot and in a lot on Claudina, south of the Packing House; valet parking is also available. If you park on the street, check City restrictions. Confirm current parking details with the Anaheim Packing District before setting out.
Pair the visit with downtown Anaheim
The Center Street Promenade makes a natural addition to a downtown outing: it is the location of the Downtown Anaheim Certified Farmers Market, and it gives you another named downtown stop to include in your plans.
If you’re going on a Thursday, you can time the market visit for its 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. hours, then visit the Packing House and Farmers Park.
For other journeys around the city, Anaheim public transport for visitors can help you plan how to get around.
FAQs
What is the Anaheim Packing House?
It is a former 1919 orange-packaging facility converted into a two-story food hall at 440 S. Anaheim Blvd.
When is the Downtown Anaheim Certified Farmers Market?
The open-air market takes place every Thursday at 201 Center Street Promenade, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Can you reserve a common area for a group?
No. Common areas are not available for reservation; contact individual merchants about large groups or private parties.
Is parking available at the Packing District?
Yes. Self-parking is available in the Packing House lot and a lot on Claudina, south of the Packing House, and valet parking is also available. Check current details and City street-parking restrictions before you go.