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.
Crypto.com Arena
This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Activities
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Long Beach: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Los Angeles: Battleship Iowa Museum Ticket
Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour
Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry
Our pick of the best Downtown Long Beach Hotel Deals
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Excellent stay
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hilton Anaheim
Staff was nice, nice hotel.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Room was clean and staff was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Comfortable room, small bathroom with shower, clean and good for a night
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd
The breakfast was the worse I have ever tasted.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
The rooms are great. The bathrooms need updating and the beds are terrible but aside from that the rooms are spacious and clean and easy to walk to Disney from!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Long Beach
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.
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.
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.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
