Downtown Long Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Long Beach
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
A star-studded venue which is part film and TV studio, part entertainment complex and part amusement park for three-times the fun.
Venice Beach
Top up your tan while you watch body builders and colourful performers doing their stuff along Los Angeles’ quirky urban shoreline, a great escape from the city.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour
Los Angeles: Battleship Iowa Museum Ticket
Long Beach: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry
The Queen Mary: Admission, Tours, and Paranormal Experience
Our pick of the best Downtown Long Beach Hotel Deals
Hilton Long Beach Hotel
"We booked an upgrade room and got it, a corner room with fantastic views."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Hilton Anaheim
"Perfect location, gorgeous property. Fun for adults and kids!"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"My check in and check out was very easy. Staff was able to answer all questions. It's an older hotel. My room was very clean. I appreciated how spacious the rooms were, a/c was easy to use, water temperature and pressure was great, and hotel's shuttle to and from the parks was easy to use. The bathrooms ..."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Our room was clean, checkin through Hilton App was easy, did not have breakfast come with our stay, unfortunately. No hot tub in room."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
"only did a quick overnight, but it was clean and updated. Super close to the airport with a free shuttle to the airport very convenient."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"First off the property is rundown and needs updating; foggy windows, dirty carpets and unkept landscape! Second the pool per the sign is being renovated which was not brought to our attention upon check in. Third, the property allowed guests to play basketball with loud music, yelling and screaming ..."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Long Beach
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.
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.
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.
