San Clemente is a coastal city located in southern Orange County, California, within the United States. Situated roughly midway between Los Angeles and San Diego, the city serves as a popular tourist destination in the Southern California region. It was officially named in 1925 after the Spanish colonial island.
The city is characterized by its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and its prominent hospitality industry. Known for its beaches, it carries the official slogan "Spanish Village by the Sea." According to the 2020 census, San Clemente had a population of 64,293.