Must-See Sights on the Long Beach Waterfront
No trip to the SoCal seaside city of Long Beach, about 25 miles (40 kilometers) south of Los Angeles, would be complete without experiencing the waterfront. From floating museums to sun–kissed beaches, here are a few of the best sights and attractions along the Long Beach waterfront.
Queen Mary
This British luxury liner, larger and more extravagant than the Titanic, has been moored in Long Beach since 1967. Visitors can step aboard the floating museum to learn about its art deco design and storied history.
Aquarium of the Pacific
Southern California’s largest aquarium displays some 11,000 animals across 50 exhibits, with a focus on the biodiversity of the Pacific Ocean. Purchase your admission ticket in advance so you have more time to spend with the sharks, sea turtles, jellies, and lorikeets.
Rainbow Harbor and Marina
Rainbow Harbor is anchored in the heart of downtown Long Beach. It’s your jumping off point for a day of whale watching, deep sea fishing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and other water adventures.
Marine Park
No trip to Long Beach would be complete without a day of sun, sand, and sea, and that’s just what’s on offer at Marine Park. Visitors to this public beach park find volleyball courts, a playground, picnic areas, and the life-guarded Mother’s Beach swimming area, perfect for visiting families.
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Skip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket
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Visit sharks, penguins and puffins with admission to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, and explore 19 wildlife habitats from every corner of the world’s largest ocean. Slip beneath a full-sized model of a blue whale, and catch the eye of a fierce leopard shark. Travel from a Sea of Cortez kelp forest to the ice-crusted waters off Northern Japan; watch sea horses play in a tropical lagoon, pet a shark in a kid-friendly touch tank and listen to the eerie melodies of an undersea whale song.
Keeping our guests and staff safe is our top priority. We are limiting the number of visitors, requiring advance timed reservations, and managing traffic flow to ensure social distancing, requiring face coverings and temperature checks, providing numerous hand-sanitizing stations, and much more.
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Catalina Express Round-Trip Ferry Service: Long Beach or San Pedro to Avalon
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Travel to Southern California’s Catalina Island by boat with this round-trip ferry service from Long Beach or San Pedro on the 'Catalina Express.' Enjoy views of the Pacific during the journey, and then spend the day exploring Catalina at your leisure. The ferry drops you in the town of Avalon, the main town on the island, home to shops, restaurants, hotels, activities and more.
Select your departure point—Long Beach or San Pedro—when booking. This is a ticket purchase only, not a reservation for travel. To allow guests the flexibility of choosing their own travel time, guests must call in advance to reserve seats on a specific departure and return boat. You may return on the same day or stay overnight. We advise calling to make your reservations as soon as possible as boats often sell out.
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Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
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The Swan Boats on Rainbow Lagoon are one of the hottest new activities in Long Beach's ionic Rainbow Harbor. Don’t miss this unique way to experience the area and all of its beauty.
All of our boats come equipped with shaded canopies for maximum comfort. Our large swan boats feature a roomy back seat for those that would like to forego pedaling and would prefer to just enjoy the view.
You are welcome to bring food and drinks on-board the swan boats for a floating picnic (no alcohol is permitted).
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Private Helicopter Tour over Long Beach and Los Angeles
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See the L.A. coast from the sky with an exciting, 15-minute tour from Long Beach on a private helicopter. Swoop above the iconic Queen Mary ocean liner and hover over downtown Long Beach, see the imposing Battleship Iowa that's moored in the city's bustling port. Enjoy seaward views of Catalina Island and the curving Pacific coastline before touching back to earth at the Long Beach helipad.
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Whale Watching Cruise Los Angeles, Santa Monica , Long Beach, Marina Del Rey
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Take a thrilling whale-watching excursion off the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Travel along the coast of Los Angeles and experience marine wildlife up close. Enjoy a glass or wine or beer, a light snack, or other beverage from the boat’s galley. Sit either inside or out on our 45-passenger vessel as you search the Pacific for Gray, Humpback, and Sperm whales, sharks, seabirds, dolphins and sea lions on this memorable outing.
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Private Helicopter Tour of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, and Long Beach
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See the L.A. coast from a private helicopter with a 30-minute, narrated flight from Long Beach, and take in California’s most iconic vistas. Watch for surfers as you soar over the breaks at Redondo, Hermosa and Manhattan beaches, then swoop above the exclusive harbor in Marina del Rey. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the slender Santa Monica Pier, see the Los Angeles airport from above, and return to Long Beach past Hawthorne, Torrance and the Galaxy Stadium while enjoying sweeping western panoramas of the Pacific Ocean.
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Shared 8 hours Los Angeles City Sightseeing Tour from Long Beach
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Spend the day sightseeing in Los Angeles during this guided tour from Long Beach. With an expert local guide and a small group of 14 people or less, see LA landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica, Venice Beach and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Follow your guide to filming locations of famous movies, explore Hollywood Boulevard and see one of the biggest ports in the US. This tour includes a balanced mix of guided tours and free time and includes round-trip transportation from Long Beach hotels.
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Los Angeles Highlights Tour from Long Beach
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Spend a half-day sightseeing in Los Angeles during this guided tour from Long Beach. With an expert local guide and a small group of fourteen people or less, see LA landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica, Venice Beach and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Follow your guide to filming locations of famous movies, explore Hollywood Boulevard and see one of the biggest ports in the US. This tour includes round-trip transportation from Long Beach hotels.
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3 hour BYOB Sailboat Ride with Captain in Long Beach
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This activity is unique because you are welcome to bring your own alcohol and food. Also, it is a private trip only your group on the boat with the captain.
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City Tour of Los Angeles from Long Beach and San Pedro Cruise Terminals
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This full–day tour of Los Angeles is a popular and convenient choice for cruise ship passengers docked at the Long Beach or San Pedro terminals. After pick–up from the port, your guide brings you to LA’s highlights and hidden gems, from the Hollywood Sign to Marlon Brando’s acting school. The day’s itinerary factors in free time to explore, dine, or shop at your own pace.
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Private Helicopter Tour of Beaches & Downtown Los Angeles from Long Beach
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Take in Los Angeles’ scenic highlights from the air with a private, 45-minute helicopter tour from Long Beach. Soar over the L.A. harbor and the iconic Queen Mary, and look out towards Catalina Island from the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Fly up the coast past Manhattan Beach and Marina del Rey, bank over Santa Monica pier then head for downtown. See the city’s sports centers and gleaming sky scrapers and take in views of the Hollywood Hills and the San Gabriel Mountains before touching back down in Long Beach.
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Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Anaheim Resort Area - Arrival Private Transfer
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Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to the Anaheim Resort Area.
Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer.
Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.
• Meeting with a Nameplate
• We track your Flight
• Door-to-door Service
• No Hidden Charges
• Clean cars & Professional drivers
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Private Round-trip Airport Transfer: Long Beach Airport to & from Anaheim Hotels
Skip the hassle of taxis, shared shuttles or public transport, and instead book a private arrival transfer from Long Beach Airport to your Anaheim Resort accommodation. This stress-free airport transfer service ensures peace of mind, so you can start your Southern California vacation on a good note.
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3 Hour Sailing Lesson: Rainbow Harbor Long Beach to the Pacific Ocean
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Beginner to Advanced Sailing Lesson/ Instruction, for Up to 6 Passengers. No Experience Needed, All Ages, Animals/ Pets Allowed
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Long Beach Bash 2-Hour Scavenger Hunt
Alley Kat Adventures is an Austin, TX-based event design company offering city scavenger hunts in 60 cities in the US and Mexico as well as custom events worldwide. Our specially hand-crafted, interactive quests are equal parts tour, cultural experience, creative challenge, detective hunt, & social experiment! Guests get to discover hidden gems off the beaten trail while completing fun missions!
Get swept off your feet high in the breathtaking Japanese gardens, take a trip back in time searching for a specific oddities on Retro Row, pay homage to Rosie the Riveter and to firefighters, and so much more!
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Long Beach Self-Guided Audio Tour
Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour.
This fascinating audio tour of the beautiful sunny and vibrant Long Beach in California will take you on a fun journey where you will see sights such as the magnificent RMS Queen Mary and the famous Long Beach Grand Prix.
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Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours
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Travelers arriving in Los Angeles by cruise should make the most of their first day in the city by visiting the top attractions around town. On this full-day sightseeing tour, see more in one day, from Downtown Los Angeles and the TCL Chinese Theater, to world-renowned Hollywood Boulevard. Along the way, see the city's diverse neighborhoods, including Venice Beach, Santa Monica, and Beverly Hills. And of course, snap a souvenir photo of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Private Van Transfer: Long Beach & San Pedro Cruise Terminals to LAX airport
Travel from the Long Beach or San Pedro cruise terminal to LAX Airport with this Private van transfer. This fast, clean and safe mode of transportation will provide a stress-free start to your stay in Southern California.
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San Diego Private 7 Hrs Day Trip.
Visit the city of San Diego from Anaheim with ease on this full-day private tour. Travel in a private transfer to San Diego, where you can customize your itinerary to suit your interests. Choose to visit Old Towne San Diego, the Gas Lamp District, the San Diego Waterfront, Balboa Park, and more.
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Illuminated Swan Boat Night Ride on Rainbow Lagoon
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For a romantic activity perfect for admiring the Rainbow Harbor sunset, just grab your favorite person and pedal out onto Rainbow Lagoon with this swan boat adventure. Book the time that works for you, hop into your novelty vessel, and admire the sights of downtown Long Beach harbor. You can enjoy an onboard picnic, glide across the calm waters, or skip pedaling altogether and relax in the boat's roomy back seat.
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Los Angeles Airport (LAX): Private Transfer From the Long Beach Cruise Port.
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Make your transfer From Log Beach, CA. easy, and pleasant by making an affordable RapidShuttle Private, Direct, Non-Stop reservation that will fit your travel needs and budget.
Because you are Not sharing the ride with other travelers, your schedule is based on your or your party flight departures or arrivals.
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Long Beach Private Transfer To Anaheim Resort.
Make your transfer From Long Beach, the surrounding communities, easy, and pleasant by making an affordable RapidShuttle Private, Direct, Non-Stop reservation that will fit your travel needs and budget. Because you are Not sharing the ride with other travelers, your schedule is based on your or your party flight departures or arrivals.
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Private Van transfer: Long Beach & San Pedro Cruise Terminals to LGB airport
Travel from the Long Beach or San Pedro cruise terminal to Long Beach Airport with this Private van transfer. This fast, clean and safe mode of transportation will provide a stress-free start to your stay in Southern California.
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$40.00
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Private Port of Long Beach Transfer: Cruise Port to Airport or LA Hotels
Private transfers provide a terrific way to get between your cruise port and your hotel or the airport.
There's no waiting in taxi lines or making multiple shuttle stops.
There's just the relaxed and stress-free transportation of a late-model vehicle and a professional chauffeur that will get you safely to your destination.
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