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    Seal Beach Pier

    4.5 (244 reviews)

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    Wendy H.

    The pier is always clean. You can go fishing, look at the beach, or just sit and enjoy the nice breeze. Sometimes there are pop up vendors selling various items or live music which adds special touch to the atmosphere. There's no shade so remember to wear hat or sunscreen if needed. The beach is always clean and welcoming :)

    Candace C.

    I'd heard of Seal Beach (the town) but had never visited until now. In Westminster visiting friends, we decided to head to Seal Beach pier. Summer was clearly in session, as the shores were full of teenagers frolicking in the water with friends, and families enjoying the free sun tans and small children playing in the sand. The weather was lovely and I quickly regretted not bringing my bathing suit. Nice, chill, vibe, I can't wait to visit again.

    Yvette M.

    I love this area for a weekend walk. The pier, located off of Main St, is a nice sized pier that offers great views and a relaxed vibe. There is a police substation at the beginning of the pier and you'll usually have some sort of entertainment in the same area. We love to get a hotdog on a stick from Jane's Corndogs, and find a bench facing the pier. There is paid parking adjacent to the pier and limited street parking. We usually park in the free lot off of Marina Dr in Long Beach, which is about a nice mile walk to the pier. On this trip we also ventured to Main Street and enjoyed visiting the shops. There are many restaurants in the area along with coffee shops and ice cream spots.

    Seaside breeze brings me alive --basking in simple pleasures #LOVEYOUBYE #SunKissedBreezes
    Dominique D.

    Seal beach pier is a wonderful place to enjoy some sun and sun kissed breezes. I'm drawn to the vastness of the ocean and nine times out of ten when I close my eyes the ocean is what I see. It's definitely one spot you can feel the heartbeat of the city. You'll often catch the whole community it seems like running to the end of the pier and back in the mornings. It is clean and I usually find parking on the street on the same side as the beach. If you ever get a chance to visit, don't miss the chance. "Be training for what you want in life"

    Trevor C.

    This is one of my favorite spots. The views are incredible, and the atmosphere is so inviting. Parking is generally easy to find, and there's nothing better than a walk along the beach while taking in a beautiful sunset.

    Transportation boat

    A very fun Pier. We got to see some of the workers coming in from off the oil rigs. Beautiful day and beautiful water!

    Looks deserted, but we did pass people.
    Dari P.

    Today was a beautiful day for a walk on the pier. It is Saturday and there were a lot of people that were fishing. I don't know what they called, but they seem to be having fun trying. It appears that they may have had some kind of a fishing contest before we came. People put up a tent and we're singing classic rock songs at the entrance to the pier the music was very nice.

    Denise M.

    I really love Seal Beach. It's a gorgeous beach without the gigantic crowds of some of the other beaches. I usually go in the morning when the surfers first start showing up and the man is driving the sifting tractor. Most of the times that I'm there the surf school Van is there to meet students. This time of year there aren't too many people fishing off the pier like there are in the summer. The Pier is decorated for Christmas with pine Garland wrapping all of the light posts. It looks very pretty. I love that groups of people gather on the benches to just chit chat, and they all seem to be neighborhood people who know each other. There are lots of people jogging and walking dogs. Main Street at Seal Beach is so cute with lots of little local restaurants and shops along the tree lined street. I love the Irish pub on main Street, and Bogart's coffee house on Ocean Avenue.

    Kwang C.

    A hidden gem along the Southern California Pacific Coast. 南加州太平洋沿岸的不顯眼景點。

    Frank P.

    This is a nice pier located at the end of Main Street. You can come here and relax. I like to check out what the fishermen are catching. Today there were very few people fishing. It' much more chill here than some of the other piers. If you are in the area of Old Town check out the pier.

    Christopher T.

    Local fave pier at the end of Main Street with fire dept & kid's place ground. During summer time, movie at the park on the beach. Small community with great neighborhood and great Main Street that has everything you could ask for - they do have a library and teatime in the cottage too. Great place to seat and enjoys life or the little thing in life. Love it here.

    Kris B.

    Walked along the pathway by the beach today. A lot less crowded than the pier and Main Street. We live in Huntington Beach but it's way too touristy so we like to come to Seal Beach. There are some great restaurants on Main and we rotate between breakfast, lunch and dinner, and then always a walk afterwards. The pier is fantastic. Always a beautiful walk and you can check out what kind of fish everyone has caught that day. FYI, no bathrooms at the end of the pier so make sure you make a stop under the pier to be safe. :) I mean there's bathrooms under the pier, not go to the bathroom under the pier. That would be frowned upon. Besides the pier, there's also a lovely walk to the left along the beach. Check out the really nice homes and rentals on one side and the beach and ocean on the other. About a mile round trip down to where the path ends and back. Gorgeous day today, not too hot, with a nice breeze.

    James V.

    Absolutely lovely beach to spend time. Despite its central location to OC & LA counties, this beach and pier were very serene on a weekend. Plentiful lot and street parking. Not too crowded, with plenty of space to walk and take photos. The beach itself was clean as well. Definitely recommended for a relaxing time.

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    This is a beautiful here to walk on just to clear your mind. Big blue it's always refreshing

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    Oh too fun. Great beach. Awesome view. Aldo great local shops and coffee places. Aldo great food in the area

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    Ask the Community - Seal Beach Pier

    Now with everything starting to reopen (as of 05/15/21), does anyone know if the pier is open for night fishing again from 10pm to 6am?

    I was there last week, and the sign stated that fishing was still only until 10pm. I'm not positive, but I'm guessing it's still that way.

    Is the pier open for night fishing; for example between 10pm to 6am?

    Carman not sure, due to the Pandemic. I would look online or call. It's always changing.

    Is the seal beach pier open for fishing?

    Not sure, Due to the Virus. It changes so much. I would call or check on line.

    Is the pier open for fishing?

    Right now no! Do to the Virus.I would check with them next couple of weeks.

    Where are the seals?

    I've actually seen some on weekdays when nobody is around. Some will swim around the surfers.

    Are dogs allowed?

    There's a sign that says no dogs allowed on the pier but that doesn't seem to stop anybody. I guess do it at your own risk.

    Pier hours? Is overnight fishing allowed?

    No. Pier closes at 10pm.

    How much for parking?

    $2 per hour. Free if you have handicap placard.

    Do they allow fishing there? Does it close at night?

    Yes, they allow fishing. The pier closes at 10 PM.

    Lost my GoPro hero 5 session a few days ago with a head strap. Has anyone came across one so far? =(

    Try checking with the local police or lifeguard stations at the pier to see if someone might have turned it in. Best of luck!

    Can you fish here?

    Yes you can. There are many people who fish here daily and because it's a public pier, no fishing license is required. The pier has benches as well as fish cleaning stations.

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    Main Street at Seal Beach is so cute with lots of little local restaurants and shops along the tree lined street.

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    Naples Canals - Naples Christmas Decorations

    Naples Canals

    4.7(105 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Built slightly after LA's Venice Canals but there is nothing to be disappointed about here…read more The housing architecture is equally as diverse as the Venice Canals. The plant life may not be quite as nice as Venice but the SPACE here is the big plus. The walkways are wide and roomy and homeowner's have more space for their outdoor space around the sidewalk and in front of their properties. There are way more boats here compared with LA given the wider canals and more spacious environment. I believe there are more canals here as well given our walk through the area. Some teens were jumping off the bridge and into the water. I flashed back to my youth, and it looked like fun on this hot day. Until I overheard one scooter referencing all the sting rays doing "blow bys" in the water around them. It made immediate sense as I looked at the outlet to the ocean and a quick Internet search confirmed it. The waters are full of paddleboarders and small boats. If I had to choose, I would say this is the more enjoyable spot for a stroll. The ability to take a gondola ride through at night is very cool for those who have not been dating or married long. We're well beyond that so we passed on the offer, sadly. ;)

    After a great day of the beach and lunch, our friends wanted to show us their favorite spots to go…read morefor a walk to get their steps in. Naples Canals is a beautiful neighborhood. Beautiful homes nestled around water and gondolas rides coasting by. We actually drove around for a couple of loops just being that crazy looky loo's at the beautiful neighborhood. We found parking and went for a walk. There's a cool bridge overlooking the canal. We got to see the gondola ride! Our friends told us this was a great neighborhood for seeing Christmas lights displays. All the neighborhood decorates their homes. How cool is that?!?!

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    Skinny House - Night View

    Skinny House

    4.3(16 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    The skinny House was a short drive from Phnom Penh Noodle Shack and because parking was impossible…read moreone of us jumped out to take these photos. This skinny house was listed in the Guinness Book of World Records and also featured on Ripley's Believe It or Not. No signs posted just a marker in Google Maps. It was built on a tiny plot of land that was given as a debt repayment. The original owner built the house to collect on a bet. Per Redfin, the house is a 2 bedroom and 1 bath with roughly 860 sqft.spread out over the three floors. A permanent tiny home. The home was still privately owned so this was a quick photo shoot of the outside but really only worth it if in the area. Still something quirky to see and read about during our latest SoCal trip.

    A slender, slim and, dare I say, skinny house located on the famed Eastside of Long Beach...pretty…read moreawesome place to drive by and check out, if you're ever in the area. Skinny House is literally that- a very skinny house located on the corner of 7th and Gladys Ave in Long Beach. You'll almost always see people driving or walking by to take a few snapshots of it. I couldn't believe how skinny it was the first time I drove by it. It is in a residential area, so it's best to either drive by or walk by it. Good luck finding parking here...as anyone will tell you, we'll, those who are from Long Beach...as it is impossible to find a parking spot anywhere in this city! So yeah, check this place out whenever you want. Pretty cool landmark...one of many in Long Beach. Beats the heck out of me if anyone lives in it! I can only imagine the possibilities...

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    Jack Dunster Marine Reserve

    Jack Dunster Marine Reserve

    4.8(12 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    There's little cluster hidden in Long Beach that you sort of want to keep a little secrets.... But…read morebeautiful places are meant to be shared. Everyone knows about mother's beach with the clam water just along the bay. But across the water, this little hidden spot with its cute picturesque view of the waterfront and beautiful homes. It's tucked inside the community of Alamitos Heights along the Marina. There's a parking lot beforehand where you'll have a little walk which isn't much. If you know where the Pete Archer Rowing Center is, then it's basically there. There's a little dirt path behind the center which leads you to the entrance of the trail. It's not a big place but a cute little path that shows you beautiful homes and plants along the way. A good 15 min or so if you walk leisurely taking your time around the whole path. But take your time so you can fully enjoy it. There's also docks that you can walk onto looking out over the water. I didn't know that it's a sanctuary where oysters are habitat. The path is along the back of some homes so be respectful as it's someone's property and leave it the way you saw it, clean. There's benches places along the way to have a seat and just take it in. Native plants growing wild but beautifully preserved. Just taking the time and enjoying everything was quite nice. A quiet place that you didn't even know was here. Loads of flowers starting to blooms at the moment. Also with flowers comes the butterflies. Plus as it's part of the bay, the water was so calm and clear. People were kayaking and paddle boarding while we were there. The view of the boats and homes were beautiful but you're there for the path. A simple beautiful walk with nature. Man made nature but beautiful. Afterwards, you could sit and enjoy the water view along the path back to your car.

    At the end of Marine Stadium, through a narrow pathway next to the rowing center, is the entrance…read moreto this park. Surrounded by water, this tiny park is a great place to walk or sit and watch the Marine life. Very clean and well maintained. It's especially beautiful during sunsets.

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    Osteria Mare Blu - Menu

    Osteria Mare Blu

    4.6(101 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    I feel like this weekend we've hit the jackpot with restaurants. We took note of the menu in the…read morewindow as we walked by a few nights ago decided to return. This Italian restaurant was a great find. The decor simple but perfect for this coastal restaurant. It's all shades of blue and white and aqua, with photos of coastal Italy. There is a bar with some wine and beer, but I'm not sure if I noticed any other alcohol. A great special that they have on tuesdays, wednesdays, and Thursdays. For $50 for a couple, you get your choice of appetizer, two entrees, and gelato for dessert. For appetizer, there were two choices: mixed salad or fried zucchini and mozzarella with spicy tomato sauce. We chose the mixed salad, and it was perfectly dressed and very good. There were several options for entrees. I choose the caccio e pepe, and hubby choose Salmon Piccata with potatoes and vegetables. Both were delicious! We finished the meal with two scoops each of gelato. There were several flavors to choose from, but we are a little boring--I got chocolate and strawberry, hubby got chocolate and vanilla. I think our server may have been the daughter of the chef, as I heard them talking and laughing together in Italian. She was great, attentive and very sweet. I am sure we will be back. This is just the kind of place thats right up our alley.

    I was taken here on a date with my significant other, and it ended up being such a lovely…read moreexperience. It's an intimate Italian restaurant inspired by the waterfront. The decor is minimal and calming, mimicking the movement and tones of the water, almost like dining on a boat. We sat at the bar top and were warmly greeted by who I believe was the owner, which immediately made the space feel welcoming. I ordered the tagliatelle al ragù bianco, served with a pink sauce, and my significant other got the ravioli. The ingredients tasted fresh and rich, and everything felt thoughtfully prepared without being heavy. We paired our meal with two glasses of wine, which complemented the dishes perfectly. Overall, the food was great. Compliments to the young chef and our waiter as well, both really added to the experience.

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    Ellie's - Breakfast Pasta

    Ellie's

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    4.5 mi
    $$

    We chose Ellie's to celebrate two of our best friends getting married and it was the perfect spot!…read more Everything we ordered was delicious! When you go, def order: Bone Marrow Board, Shrimp & Melon Salad, Rillettes Crostada, Chicken Piccata, Pappardelle, and the massive Short Rib Al Pastor. And remember to save room for the Strawberry Cake and Panna Cotta! The food was incredible, fantastic service, and we loved Ellie's atmosphere with their outdoor seating. Would be a great place for a date night or any celebration. We'll definitely be back!

    I only really leave reviews if a place really stands out, both in a fantastic way, but in some…read morecases, like Ellies in not the best ways. I'm hoping this was an off night for them because man, what a let down. This was my friend and my first time here and it was all over pretty rocky. To start, zero ac inside, we asked to move outside and they very quickly accommodated us which was great. We came for the LB week 3 course after seeing the menu online. I was looking forward to the Tuna entree but they had changed the fish, that's ok changes happen but my second choice was the steak... this was unfortunate because online it just listed it as an individual entree upcharge where at the location it was actually required to share and a double upcharge. So I ordered what was never a preference and got the replacement fish. On top of that there were some misleading wording about the pastas but that's ok, wasn't even the worst part. We ordered, along with some oysters and were excited to get started. Things started great with the table apps and wine but it was about 15 minutes after we finished those we thought we should check on those oysters, glad I did because they clearly weren't going to come out. Besides a few missing condiments to go with the oysters, the food was great up to this point. But, it was now over 40 minutes since our apps and the 2nd course (pasta) was no where to be found, better ask again. Another flag down. Both pastas came out about 5 minutes later having clearly just been cooked and both were underwhelming. There was mention of Italian sausage as a listed ingredient but as a Sicilian I can tell you, please don't bother listing this ingredient, it was microscopic at best. Another suprise came when the check hit the table and we had to inform the server we hadn't even received our entrees. It made sense though because even though we ordered around 720, it was now almost 9pm and they were closing. By the time the entrees came out (3 minutes before 9) the pace had been so slow we were just so annoyed we wanted to go home. We actually had to cancel the plans we had after dinner because it was getting too late. Honestly, the worst part was that there was no way they didn't know how long service was taking and there wasn't a single person that even said, "we're so sorry about the wait". We honestly understand things happen, but to completely pretend it's normal and not acknowledge that we had to keep asking about our food.... I mean, that just makes us feel like we chose the wrong spot because we clearly weren't that important.

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    Seal Beach Pier - localflavor - Updated August 2026

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