Waterfront Travel Guide
Los Angeles
Popular places to visit
Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, a top convention centre in Long Beach. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Aquarium of the Pacific
Immerse yourself in the world under the sea and come nose to nose with sharks, eels and the giant Pacific octopus.
Shoreline Village
You can enjoy retail therapy at Shoreline Village during your stay in Long Beach. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
The Pike Outlets
You can do some window-shopping at The Pike Outlets during your trip to Long Beach. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
The Terrace Theater
You can make plans for a show at The Terrace Theater during your trip to Long Beach. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
California State University-Office of the Chancellor
California State University-Office of the Chancellor is just one of the places to see in Long Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
San Pedro: West Harbor LA Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise
Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
Los Angeles: Battleship Iowa Museum Ticket
Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour
Top hotels in Waterfront
Hyatt Regency Long Beach
"Staff were very friendly and available . Great food . Especially the pizza late at night … !!!"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
"I like that there is a self-serve, 24 hour market for basic food and drink, as well as a cafe. As a solo traveler, I also found it safe and the staff very helpful. The rooms are modern and clean. I also appreciate that there are water stations on each floor, so you can fill your water bottle."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hilton Anaheim
"Room was spacious and ready when we checked in. Clean and pleasant. The staff was friendly and approachable. We’ve stayed here before and will again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"No ice machines working on floors 15 down to ten? remote to tv didn't recognize "guide" so you had to search by channel up and down, air set at 70 degrees blasted cold air non stop and anything higher made room hot. We stayed there three times before and loved it. Don't know what's going on."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"Great breakfast menu and choice. I didnt get anything from the bar, so can't comment."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Allowed early check in, pretty clean, good location, hot breakfast"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront
South Redondo
If you're spending some time in South Redondo, Redondo Beach Pier and Seaside Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.
Westchester
You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Bowlero Los Angeles is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to see more of the city.
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
South Park
While you're in South Park, take in top sights like Crypto.com Arena and jump on the metro at Pico Station to see more of the city.
Little Tokyo
Visitors often come to Little Tokyo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Los Angeles City Hall and Japanese Village Plaza. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Little Tokyo/Arts District Station.
Mid City
While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.
