What to do in Long Beach, CA

Activities, attractions and tours

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Long Beach Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Long Beach has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Long Beach, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Long Beach with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Long Beach

Long Beach is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Long Beach, and make it a breeze to explore Long Beach and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Long Beach to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Long Beach, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Long Beach.

Long Beach attractions

Long Beach has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Long Beach to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Long Beach.

Looking for things to do in Long Beach can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Long Beach or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Long Beach attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Long Beach


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Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, The Pike Outlets and Aquarium of the Pacific are top sights worth seeing.

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Downtown Long Beach

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Downtown Long Beach is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like One World Trade Center and City Place Shopping Center. See more of Long Beach by jumping on the metro at 1st Street Station or Pacific Avenue Station.

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Belmont Shore

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Belmont Shore. You might want to make time for a stop at Long Beach Waterfront or Rosie's Dog Beach.

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Alamitos Beach

While visiting Alamitos Beach, you might make a stop by sights like City Beach and 4th Street Retro Row.

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Eastside

If you're spending some time in Eastside, 4th Street Retro Row and Museum of Latin American Art are top sights worth seeing.

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East Village

When in East Village and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Long Beach Cruise Terminal or The Terrace Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th Street Station or 1st Street Station.

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