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.
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 fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
Santa Monica Pier
Head to this century-old sun-baked attraction which has plenty of quirky beachside kitsch, a boardwalk ambience and a heady carnival atmosphere.
Activities
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
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
Our pick of the best Downtown Long Beach Hotel Deals
Hilton Long Beach Hotel
"Hotel is a great location and the shuttle is so helpful. Our room looked super nice and the bed was comfortable. Downfall was the room wouldn’t stay cool during the night."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hilton Anaheim
"Over crowded and unable to use amenities. Bathroom was broken and saw an insect crawling near our bag."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Everything about this place was great, we had shuttle to and from airport, clean, staff was helpful, and food was delicious. Unfortunately we were there for only a couple days and did not have time to enjoy the rest but overall it was great."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Staff was friendly and accommodating."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"My personal experience was amazing"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Long Beach
South Redondo
If you're spending some time in South Redondo, Redondo Beach Pier and Seaside Lagoon 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 Los Angeles City Hall and Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. 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.
