Waterfront Travel Guide
Los Angeles
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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.
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.
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 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
Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry
Top hotels in Waterfront
Hyatt Regency Long Beach
"Decent hotel. The staff is definitely friendly- especially the valet crew. Our bathroom was the most concerning. Between a very leaky shower head that sprayed the ceiling, to the wallpaper peeling in multiple places in the main room, to a tv that only worked occasionally- we were definitely shocked ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"Great hotel"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hilton Anaheim
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Seemed to be very well managed"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Fantastic property! Clean room, great staff, etc. 10/10."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"My wife got sick eating the sausage for breakfast. Too crowded of breakfast area. Water pressure of shower was very low."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Waterfront
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.
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.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
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.
