• Where is Rancho Palos Verdes located?
    • Rancho Palos Verdes is a small town in Los Angeles County, snuggled in the Palos Verdes Hills and perched on the bluffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula.
  • What is Rancho Palos Verdes known for?
    • It is an affluent suburb of Los Angeles known for spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, great beaches, and famous golf courses.
  • Where can visitors go whale-watching in Rancho Palos Verdes?
    • The Point Vicente Interpretive Center is a perfect spot for whale-watching.

Things to Do:

1. Admire the stunning Glass Church / Wayfarers Chapel

Admire the stunning Glass Church / Wayfarers Chapel
© Kit Leong/stock.adobe.com

2. Learn about the Pacific gray whale at The Point Vicente Interpretive Center

Learn about the Pacific gray whale at The Point Vicente Interpretive Center
© milazvereva/stock.adobe.com

3. Take a picture of Point Vicente Lighthouse

Take a picture of Point Vicente Lighthouse
© lucky-photo/stock.adobe.com

4. Abalone Cove Shoreline Park & Ecological Reserve

Abalone Cove Shoreline Park & Ecological Reserve
© Focqus, LLC/stock.adobe.com

5. Play a round of golf at Trump National Golf Club

Play a round of golf at Trump National Golf Club
© Kathy images/stock.adobe.com

6. Test your skills on Los Verdes Golf Course

Test your skills on Los Verdes Golf Course
© hinnamsaisuy/stock.adobe.com

7. Have a picnic at Deane Dana Friendship Park and Nature Center

Have a picnic at Deane Dana Friendship Park and Nature Center
© joe/stock.adobe.com

8. Watch pelicans from the Ocean Trails Reserve

Watch pelicans from the Ocean Trails Reserve
© Angel La Canfora/stock.adobe.com

9. Visit Green Hills Memorial Park

Visit Green Hills Memorial Park
© Green Hills Memorial Park

10. Hike along the McBride Trail

Hike along the McBride Trail
© baranq/stock.adobe.com

11. Relax in the sun on Abalone Cove Beach

Relax in the sun on Abalone Cove Beach
© jovannig/stock.adobe.com

12. See a free art exhibition at The Palos Verdes Art Center

See a free art exhibition at The Palos Verdes Art Center
© The Palos Verdes Art Center

13. Enjoy beautiful views while you dine at catalina kitchen

Enjoy beautiful views while you dine at catalina kitchen
© catalina kitchen

14. Dine on the patio at mar'sel

Dine on the patio at mar'sel
© mar'sel

15. Enjoy Southern California cuisine at Nelson's

Enjoy Southern California cuisine at Nelson's
© Nelson's


Best Time to Visit Places to Stay Tips for Visiting
Spring (March-May) – Mild temperatures and blooming coastal scenery. Terranea Resort – A luxurious oceanfront resort with top-tier amenities. Visit Point Vicente Lighthouse – Enjoy stunning ocean views and potential whale sightings.
Summer (June-August) – Warm and sunny, perfect for outdoor adventures. Palos Verdes Inn – A comfortable stay with easy access to the coast. Explore Abalone Cove Shoreline Park – Hike scenic trails and discover tide pools.
Fall (September-November) – Cooler weather and fewer crowds. The Cove Hotel – A modern boutique hotel near Rancho Palos Verdes. Drive the Palos Verdes Scenic Drive – Experience breathtaking coastal cliffs and ocean views.

Plan Your Trip