A nice sunny afternoon at the park calls for a little picnic. The old days are completely different…read moreat this park. Decades later, it's a whole new place. Still nice but with a major upgrade. It's part of the aquarium of the pacific just along the harbor. There's a parking lot that's part of it but the payment situations was a bit of a mess. Paying with credit card on the machine was a hit or miss. Which i also found out from someone else there. It's probably easy just to do it from your phone. It's a decent size parking lot but there's also parking at the structure just next to the aquarium. It's a cute rolling hill park that looks out to both the queen mary, shoreline village and the harbor. Depending on what side you are. It's a cute little walk around with the lighthouse on top. There's benches scattered throughout the park for seating. There's even a little beach like path along the harbor. Regardless which side you are, the view is quite beautiful. There's also fishing that you could do on the pier. You'll see people about and about walking, picnicking, walking with their dogs or a stroll. Long Beach has its hidden gems and this place was one of them.

I enjoy strolling through Shoreline Park each time I come to downtown Long Beach…read more It is a peaceful spot, passed the Aquarium, unique for the area. Quieter, green grass (it'd be nice to bring a book here) away from the hustle and bustle. And the views are hard to beat, the Lighthouse, the shore with boats and Queen Mary in the near distance. Bring a snack, a drink, take a nice break here, a cool walk to explore the Shoreline Park. Always enjoyable!

Beautiful sunset, calm tide, peaceful, relaxing, perfect spot to spend a day at the beach is pretty…read moreclean not clear, but has its great benifits

Bluff Park in Long Beach is one of those spots that just feels easy to love. It sits right on a…read morebluff above the sand, with wide open, unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and steady, gentle sea breezes that make it perfect for a relaxed walk any time of day. And it's completely free. At the top, there's a flat, grassy path that runs along Ocean Boulevard, and it's great for walking, jogging, or pushing strollers. You'll see a steady mix of locals and visitors out here, from joggers getting in miles, families strolling, and plenty of dog walkers taking advantage of how dog-friendly the whole area is. Getting down to the beach is simple too, thanks to multiple staircases that drop from the bluff to the sand below. From there, you can connect to the roughly three mile paved pedestrian and bike path that runs along the shoreline. Parking along Ocean Boulevard is generally pretty easy to find and often free, which makes it even more convenient than most coastal spots. And if you want to make a day of it, you're within walking distance of a lot of local favorites like the Bixby Park farmers market, neighborhood juice bars, and a bunch of casual, dog-friendly restaurants. Seriously, Long Beach is a city that LOVES their pups! The park itself is also home to some nice touches of history and scenery, including historic architecture nearby and the Lone Sailor Memorial, a bronze statue overlooking the ocean that honors the U.S. Navy and Long Beach's naval roots. All in all, Bluff Park feels like one of the most beautiful parks in Long Beach. It's simple, scenic, and right on the water, with unbeatable ocean views and an atmosphere that works just as well for locals as it does for visitors.

tbh I came across this beach when I took a wrong turn one time off PCH and what a lovely area and…read moremain street town. It's "away" from it all where you get the bigger beach vibe but not all of the hectic traffic and energy of some of the larger cities nearby.

This is likely the least crowded beach in Southern California - At least among the easy access…read morebeaches. This is especially true if you come to the north end of the beach, near first Street. I've come here a few times on weekends and it's consistently nice. Not too many people, easy parking, nice sense, and interesting views of wind surfers. Because it's less crowded, you have a lot of space between you other beach goers. The parking lot near this part of the beach is a bit small, and there is only one restaurant on the beach. There are many other eateries if you go out the pier area, just a bit further south. So if you like nice and quiet beach with not so many people, this (north end of Seal Beach) would be my recommendation!

Lovely! Walking lanes and biking / scooter lanes…read more The best day since the weathers been warm. Soooo many dogs on leashes and people enjoying the walk. Not too many ppl on the beach either. Will be back!

Belmont Shore Beach is a perfect blend of laid-back coastal charm and vibrant SoCal energy. The…read morewide sandy shoreline is clean and inviting, making it ideal for long walks, sunbathing, or simply relaxing while listening to the waves roll in. The paved bike and walking path adds to the experience, with plenty of joggers, cyclists, and families enjoying the ocean breeze. Nearby shops and restaurants along 2nd Street give the area a lively yet comfortable beach-town feel, making it easy to grab a bite or coffee after some time in the sun. Sunsets here are especially beautiful, painting the sky with warm colors and creating a peaceful end to the day. Whether you're looking for a relaxing stroll, a scenic bike ride, or a classic Southern California beach experience, Belmont Shore Beach delivers.

Beautiful location to play pickleball!…read more Tucked inside Horny Corner is the Bayshore Pickleball Club, where membership is not needed. Located across the street from the beach are 6 pickleball courts (1 permanent, 5 non-permanent courts) where enthusiasts gather every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 8a-noon for recreational play. There are no challenge courts; all courts are open play. Simply put your paddle up and wait to be called upon. This is a great place to learn with a various levels of pickleballers. Parking can be found out front, on the street, or across the street at the beach. Fridays are street sweeping days, so be careful! For an optimal experience find Lani and tell them Lance sent you!

Clean beach, extremely safe for kids, the people around are welcoming. Just a great beach to enjoy…read moretime with family and relax

The Gondola company saved me a lot of money,,,they brought Venice Italy to me! Had a great time…read morewith Amir, the rower, was a nice young Italian man. He was informative, funny and entertaining. He pointed out a lot of Long Beach. History on the canals. Making a reservation was really easy, Samantha was very nice and dealt with my neurotic self. a full hour ride, even though I was a few minutes late. Great Long Beach times!

My husband I were celebrating our 20-year anniversary & were hoping to be able to go to Italy…read more Since that wasn't in the cards, we came up with Italian themed ideas throughout the week for our Italian staycation celebration. I came up with the gondola ride since I had gone on it many years ago & was so happy that they were still around. We booked it at sunset & I actually surprised my husband with a custom-made song of our 20 years together. I wanted it to be a surprise, so I called the company to let them know of my plan and Julia made sure to send the link of the song to my gondolier. We got Jack for our gondolier and let me tell you, he was perfect. He made our night very special and was very informative of the houses and history of the canal. He picked the perfect time to play the song and made the entire experience perfect. I highly recommend this for any special occasion. I definitely want to go back for the holidays to see the lights.

Used to take my kid here when he was little (a decade ago) and been here countless times since it's…read morea neighborhood beach. It's small but plenty of things to do besides the beach. There is picnic area, benches over look the water, day camp, and walking trails. During summertime, it can be a hassle since it's pack of folks so come early if you want a spot. Parking is not free, it's a paid parking lot unless you want to walk 1-2-3 blocks from the neighborhood street parking. Overall nice park/beach and great for morning walk for sure.

All the reviews are accurate. This beach is definitely a spot that after one visit my family fell…read morein love with it. The water is very calm, it's clean, and my kids love that there is a playground. There was a vendor walking around to sell floaties and we ended up getting a raft and the sticks for the raft for our kids. We did try to negotiate on the price but were only able to save a few bucks. I saw lifeguards walking back and forth often and it definitely made me feel safer to have the kids there. If you have young kids, I definitely say this is a great little beach to take your kiddos. Plenty of trash cans around and my kids gotta play with other kids. They didn't have to run super far with their bucket of water to make a sandcastle. Needless to say, we really liked this beach and definitely plan to come back. 2 thumbs up from this mom. Tips: *Parking lot available but you have to pay. *Free street parking. *Restroom available. *Lifeguard on site. * Vendors are always walking around (food, floaties). *There is a little playground with swings.

Not the prettiest or cleanest beach, but honestly a good choice for if you're just planning to…read morewalk/bike/roller skate along the water as they have a designated path. It's also perfect if you're trying to avoid a crowd. Would highly recommend avoiding the bathrooms if you can though. They're quite nasty.

We just sat on the beach to relax and then walked the pier. Nice beach, it has plenty of restrooms,…read moreparking space and the view is amazing. Good public art and good food all up and down the beach

The most neatest thing you could find at the Promenade ! A QR code Potty! It was new to me , I was…read moreactually hesitant to try it since it is a facility right on the side walk. Surprisingly you use your phone snap the QR Code and the door opens and to my surprise so clean . Everything is a wave of your hand and what a relief it is! This one was located at the Harvey Milk Promenade Park. Very convenient if you are at Gold Bahn The Promenade is Cool. Lots of stores and eating places . I recommend trying this when you see it. It's called "throne" .

This was a really interesting area of Long Beach. Somehow I have never been in this area and found…read moreit accidentally. I wanted to check out Broken Spirits which is right next to the 2 hour free parking garage. Parking is by Long Beach Blvd with entrances on 3rd and 4th street. The promenade itself is a 4 block pedestrian walkway full of gorgeous murals, pleasant landscaping, and an odd QR code enabled toilet. It's interesting and fun to walk. You can get some great views of historic architecture such as the Middough Building. Sad part is on a Saturday it felt like I was in an apocalypse movie. Nobody anywhere. Was a total ghost town. Restaurant we ate at was great but totally empty. Was odd. I assume night time might be busier? I will definitely be back for Broken Spirits and curious to see what else is around.

When you think of SoCal beaches, this is not quite the image one holds in mind. Yes, it is a beach…read more Yes, there it is right up against the Pacific Ocean. But, as it is link to the L.A. Harbor, it just does not give one that true feeling of Surf Lifestyle. There are really two parts of this beach. There is the North-Facing side that is lined by the San Pedro Cliffs. Cliffs that are quickly falling into the sea. On this side, you can view houses that are barely in place and teetering on the cliff. If it was me living there, I would be very nervous. On this side of the beach is the more open, majestic space of Cabrillo Beach. Here the waves freely crash on the shore and you are just a short walk from the tide pools of the marine reserve, which I highly recommend visiting. You just have to be careful of the homeless and those using drugs like Crack over in that section. Because I have seen a few scary situations unfold. The other part of Cabrillo Beach is where most people congregate. This section is in direct view of the the ships that travel in and out of the L.A. Harbor. This area holds the main swimming area that has a buoyed safety rope strung across the outside reaches of the swimming area. This is where most people swim and enjoy the water. Due to this area of the beach being enclosed by the harbor breakwater, there are virtually no waves in this section. The water seems much more stagnate here. Thus, you really miss the feeling of the natural flowing ocean. Overall, though perhaps not the beauty one expects from the SoCal Oceanside, this is a unique contribution to the California Coastline.

It's not the kind of beach where you come to lay out on the beach. I come here often though because…read moreit's close by, after catching breakfast in the area. I usually park outside where parking is free. Once I walk onto the grounds, I turn right and check to see if the tide is low. There's a great tide pool on the other side of the bridge. Then, I walk on the sidewalk through the small park where people are gathered to picnic or hold a wedding ceremony. You'll notice a significant amount of ground squirrels in their burrowed holes or running up a tree. The restrooms are large with many stalls. There are also multiple showers to wash the sand off. I enjoy walking down the pier, all the way to the end. There are always people fishing. Dogs are allowed, leashed of course. You run into many individuals walking their dog on the sidewalk. By the way, there's also a ping pong table.