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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Shoreline Village ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Shoreline Village
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2. The Queen Mary ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Queen Mary
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3. Aquarium of the Pacific

Category: Attractions
Aquarium of the Pacific
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4. Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden

Category: Activities
Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
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5. Long Beach Museum of Art

Category: Beaches
Long Beach Museum of Art
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6. Long Beach Antique Market

Category: Shopping

7. Michael's on Naples

8. Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site

Category: Attractions
Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site
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9. L'Opera Ristorante

Category: Food & Drink

10. Harbor Breeze Cruises

Category: Activities
Harbor Breeze Cruises
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11. Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch & Gardens

Category: Activities

12. Naples Rib Company

13. Belmont Shore and Naples

Belmont Shore and Naples
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14. Catalina Express

Catalina Express
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15. Museum of Latin American Art

Category: Museums & Culture

16. El Dorado Nature Center

Category: Activities
El Dorado Nature Center
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17. Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum
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18. Skylinks at Long Beach

Category: Beaches
Skylinks at Long Beach
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19. Parkers' Lighthouse

Category: Activities
Parkers' Lighthouse
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Where is Long Beach located?
    • Long Beach is located about 30 minutes from Los Angeles and is a diverse weekend destination.
  • What attractions can vacationers find in Long Beach?
    • Vacationers can enjoy a variety of museums, historic attractions, beaches, gardens, restaurants, and scenic views.
  • Where can visitors shop for antiques?
    • Visitors can shop for antiques at the Long Beach Antique Market.
  • What can visitors learn at the Aquarium of the Pacific?
    • The Aquarium of the Pacific offers insights into marine ecosystems.
  • What gardens can visitors explore in Long Beach?
    • Visitors can stroll through the romantic Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden.
  • Where can visitors enjoy scenic views?
    • Enjoy the views from Shoreline Village, one of the most photographed spots in town.

Long Beach, California is a 50-minute day trip from Los Angeles (25.3 miles via I-110 S).

If you decide to spend the weekend, some great places to stay include Hilton Long Beach Hotel, The Belmont Shore Inn and Hyatt Regency Long Beach.

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