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
Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
Los Angeles: Battleship Iowa Museum Ticket
Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour
Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry
Top hotels in Waterfront
Hyatt Regency Long Beach
Front desk staff was very nice and recommended restaurants as we requested. Liked the market place and staff also.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Parking was horrible had to pay 300 for 4 days no breakfast over priced for nothing to be included room never got cold was humid never again
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hilton Anaheim
The pool area was excellent, SaltFlower was good and fairly fast, and the location was perfect if you are attending something at the Anaheim Convention Center. Poppy's had good service and hit-or-miss food.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Very good location and helpful staff. My son loves making hot chocolate in the lounge:-)
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Friendly staff, park shuttle, easy parking, and spacious room
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
The hotel was beautiful not far from the airport. Great bar inside
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront
South Redondo
If you're spending some time in South Redondo, Redondo Beach Pier and King Harbor Marina 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 Palace Theater 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 The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and Los Angeles City Hall. 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.
