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.
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.
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.
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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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
"Staff was great, a lot of open areas were clean (including bathrooms), and food at the bar was delicious. My room was clean when I arrived and they were efficient with cleaning my room while I was out. Location and parking were rough. Between self parking or valet parking, just do valet parking to ..."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"Really enjoyed staying at this hotel with my kids. Staff were lovely. Kids enjoyed the pool. Breakfast was great. Airport shuttle really handy. Location fab. There's only one issue i had and that's the water glasses at breakfast were not very clean, and this was every day of my stay."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Hilton Anaheim
"Everything was so nice!"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Quiet room"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"A great stay for or Disney trip. The breakfast is awesome and it's a nice walk to the park."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Such a fun hotel and super easy for shuttling to Disney. We’ve stayed 3 times now and haven’t had a bad experience."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
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 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.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Hollywood Hills
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Hollywood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Hollywood Bowl or Runyon Canyon Park.
