Gorgeous day at the Point Fermin Park. The facilities are nice and clean. Views of the ocean for…read moremiles. Keep an eye out for the nesting peregrine falcons while walking along the coast. The building itself was closed the day we went. Instead, we enjoyed the picnic areas along the walking path they provides pleasant shade and seating without compromising the view. I noticed there's an amphitheater area and I'm looking forward to returning to see some of their summer programming.

If you are melting during the current LA heatwave, head straight to Point Fermin. Due to its…read morelocation at the end of a peninsula, there is a constant, multi-directional ocean breeze that keeps the park remarkably cooler compared to most of the county. Beyond the ocean views, sunken city, and the historic lighthouse, it's also a nice spot to hang out with plump, well-fed ground squirrels.

Can't believe I didn't know about this place and I live in the South Bay. This is truly a fun spot…read moreto come to during summer with the family. Not only is it educational, but it's a great place for the whole family and it's free. You can of course make a donation but it's such a great spot to come too. You can bring your lunch and just hang. What's so neat about this place is that it's next to the Marina and there's a cool park in the same area so you can hit the water and swings area and have a picnic. As you enter they are so friendly and will answer your questions if you have any. You can also become a member and they have their perks as well. You can also get a tour with someone who works there and you can also go on your own and at your own pace. But everyone here is FRiENDLY! The bathrooms were very clean and they even had 2 big bathrooms with changing tables and for the family as well enough room for all. The displays, information and the real life bones and all they have of the whales, sharks and history and facts is so mind blowing and really keeps you interested even if you are young and older as well. So many fun facts and animals to see. Lots of cool fish and sea creatures that you can admire and just mind blowing that these were created for us to enjoy and research and some even make us laugh. The whole place was just great all around from inside to the outside just so many cool features and even a cool area for the infants and toddlers to read books, touch cool animals and just dive into fun facts. As you end your day there there is a cool shop you can get some fun stuff and snacks as well. Dangerous place to take the kids ha ha.. they have some cool squishies and fun stuffies that they will want. The prices are reasonable but for a good cause for sure. I can't wait to be back. Def a cool spot to come hang with the whole family. Parking is $3 for 1 hr and if you stay a bit longer it's ok they don't check. Bring your lunch and come hang here.

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium…read more This is a review for my experience at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. PARKING $9 for the whole day I enjoyed going to the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Words to describe the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: Family friendly, Interactive, Educational, Fun, Immersive, Calming, Peaceful, Mesmerizing, Budget friendly=FREE, It has several exhibits to explore, focusing on the ocean and sea life. Some of my favorite exhibits were: TOUCH POOL: The pool is home to sea stars, sea urchins, and sea slugs. It is spacious for exploring. It was neat feeling the different textures of the animals. Some were slimy, prickly, squishy, and smooth. MARINE MAMMALS: I enjoyed learning about the whales. There are life size structures and displays of interesting facts that you can read. A cool fact I learned: Did you know whale milk is 53% fat?!!! Human and cow milk is only 4%! Wow! PUPPET SHOW/FILMS AUDITORIUM: The puppet show was so cute! They were singing about different marine animals with tunes from pop hits! It was very entertaining! SPOT SPOTTY THE OCTOPUS: If you find Spotty, the plush octopus, in the aquarium, snap a photo of him, and show it to the front desk. You'll be awarded with a prize! :) *After the aquarium, you can detour to the beach/playground which are across the way! I recommended bringing a picnic basket and blanket, so you can enjoy the sun, water, and sand. I highly recommend visiting the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. It is a great trip for everyone in the family! I learned so many unique facts! The staff were so friendly and helpful as well. If you want to SHELLebrate how MERmazing ocean life is, I suggest you SEAS the day at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium.

Mehhhhhh I saw the infamous rubber duck here today. Maybe it's not my thing, but I was kind of low…read morekey excited to see it. I got there and there was just something really "unepic" about it. I'm sooooo glad I didn't spend money to see it last week haha. Good thing about this place is it's pretty easy to maneuver around. The parking was FREE (something rare in LA) and the duck was pretty close. They have Acapulco and a museum if you want to explore more! There's not much else around. Nice place to walk around or have a picnic though!

It's been ages since i came down here lots have changed that is for sure and i like it. i came to…read moresee Mama and baby duck before they depart. It was nice to see it up close and in person. I'll have to come back for dinning or drinks hmm maybe someone will do an UYE or a PYE at one of restaurants near by here lol

My kids have been participating in the sports at the recreational park. Always a wonderful…read moreexperience and the coaches are so kind and good with all the kids. Can't wait to sign up the kids again for the next activity !

This is a nice park with great coastal views. Lots of parking, restrooms nearby and it's dog…read morefriendly. There's a trail nearby and the Korean Friendship Bell which is also a nice place to visit. I recently visited on a Sunday with beautiful weather and was surprised at how it was not that crowded.

Great place to swim All staff is very friendly and…read moreprofessional! I love it! If it's hot and u like to swim to cool off This is the place to be

I love this pool because it's in my neighborhood and my family doesn't have a personal one at home…read more However, the staff can at times seem passive aggressive and are really strict with the rules, a couple years back this seemed to be a larger issue when my son took swim lessons and there was one grouch on duty at all times during the free swims, she would be better suited as a boot camp instructor than a lifeguard....but this problem seems to have subsided this year and I haven't seen her since. The older lady at the front can seem a bit uptight if you haven't been here before, but I think that's just her personality and I don't think she means it in a harmful way. The pool is nice but there are limitations and swim tests so it's not like a fully free swim (as expected from a public pool) and the floor can get slimy and gross in the front of the pool where there is no test required to enter. I hope they fix the slimy floor because that is a build up of algae and a slipping risk...but all in all it's a really good place to know about so you can stop by when there's nothing to do or it's a bit hot.

Spontaneously decided to go with my 3 other friends while just walking around Long Beach after an…read moreevent nearby. You had to book it on the website but it was so easy and fast that I was able to book it while in line. They need an ID before you can start so don't forget that! My one thing I would be whiny about is that the life vest pile had some dirty stained ones but we managed to pick out some clean looking ones from the piles. They have a separate bin for when you leave and there is a guy that apparently cleans them after. Overall we had a very chill and relaxing swan ride. Remember you don't need to be paddling the whole hour unless you want your legs to feel like jelly after. Staff was very friendly and even helped us take a group photo in the end.Would not mind going here again, definitely worth it for the good memories.

June 28, 2025 | Long Beach | Saturday | Once I spotted the Swan Boats, I knew my friend and I had…read moreto take a ride! Hahaha! How fun! Swan Boat Ride | Everyone has to wear the puppy life vest well I did not go with my dress, safety is key! Hahaha! The ride was fun, as it does require that you pedal... So get ready to get a two for one, fun ride as well as exercise as you enjoy the view along the way! Cost | $13 per person! We were told to buy our tickets online; easily on our phones! Photo ID is required as well! An hour long ride! Note | I recommend bringing/wearing a hat and/or sunglasses if it's a super hot day! There is a cover on the top of the Swan Boats, which helped shield us from the intense heat on this particular sunny Saturday! Sighting | I nearly passed out when I noticed there was a wedding in progress as we paddled by, so beautiful! We paddled by as quickly as possible as not to disturb their photo moments! The scenery was quite beautiful! The other boats paddled by quickly as well and went to the side to watch from a distance! I bet the boat actually looked quite beautiful in the background in the photographs! Maybe that was their plan all along! Overall | Yes, please! Swan Boat rides are super fun, as well as lots of laughs along the way! Cheers to Pedal power! Haha!

Great place to bring the family. Great rides, games and food. All sorts of different food. They…read morealso have vendors if you would like to buy all sorts of items. From clothes, decorative orchids, and a lot of other things. Get the value tickets. 30 tickets for $20. Nice way to spend the afternoon or night. This fair comes around once a year. Usually after Labor Day (Friday, Saturday & Sunday).

This is a great place to visit.. they usually hold this the weekend after labor day.. they have…read morecarnival rides, carnival games, vendors, entertainment and the best part.. food! And for being a fair the prices are all reasonable, $5 for 3 delicious carne asada tacos or funnel cake, $8.50 for a plate of 2 ribs, quarter chicken, baked beans and corn on the cob? You can't beat it! I will definitely be back next year.. it is a great place to go to and the attendees and employees are all extremely nice and friendly!

Peace Quiet Alone time ALLGods Glory Honor & Power!!!…read moreMy Sanctuary Ocean hiking Ocean breeze GSP walks Adventure

A beautiful beach or viewpoint that the locals enjoy. The…read moreSan Pedrians call this Beach ROYAL PALMS, most residents in San Pedro never knew they added White Point as some locals have said it's probably a racial thing. The entrance fee is $6.00 One way no returns. The view from above Royal Palms is beautiful. We drove down, parked, and had lunch with an awesome view of some surfers, and, as I was told, on occasion you'll see some seals on the rocks. After having lunch we went for a walk, a hidden treasure in this town. Royal Palms has public restrooms and plenty of parking. Come and enjoy the beautiful view.

Jellyfish galore! It was a very nice aquarium to go to. Now I know the difference between sea lion…read morevs harbor seals due to their showings. Going on a weekday during the summer can be a hit or miss on crowds. Great place to go to with family and friends and is a good spot to stroll along shoreline village/the pike. You do need to pay for parking at the parking garage but make sure to get your ticket validated at the aquarium so at least the cost is reduced.

Visiting the aquarium at Pacific and Long Beach was a fantastic experience. The highlight for me…read morewas the stunning jellyfish exhibit; the graceful movements and vibrant colors were mesmerizing. The larger aquariums are impressive, showcasing a wide variety of marine life that captivates visitors of all ages. The knowledgeable staff is always available to answer questions and share fascinating facts, enhancing the overall experience. One unique feature is the opportunity to feed the sea creatures. I loved how easy it was to have one of the fish land right in my hand during feeding time--it added a fun, interactive element to the visit. The weather during my visit was perfect, making it an ideal day to explore the outdoor areas of the aquarium as well. Overall, I highly recommend this aquarium for anyone looking for an engaging and enjoyable day out.

Super cool experience! Went for a date night and had lots of fun! The staff teach you how to throw…read moreand provide the safety rules and then you're free to have fun. They serve canned and bottled drinks if you want to order that for while you play. Throwing an axe is harder than it looks, but it's an exciting activity to try! I hope this business does well. It's nice to have something different to do in the area. Hope Pine st can get built up more!

Found a Groupon for one person in a social lane for about $28 when original price is $36. I…read morereserved an 8pm time slot on a Friday night and I was surprised to find it pretty empty when I got there. It's in downtown LB so you're surrounded by many bars and restaurants. There's street parking and different structures you can park in as well. It's also on the second floor of a plaza, pretty easy to find. The inside is designed weird bc the front desk isn't obvious and you have to turn a corner to find it? There was only 1 person working that shift when I arrived. Apparently other people reserved 8pm too but they all were late so my social lane ended up being just me for a while before others joined. Sebastian did a great job of explaining the rules and he was super nice always coming around to check on me and the group of friends I randomly bumped into. He was very attentive and kind and funny! This is a great activity either for date night or a friends night out! I would definitely come come back with friends and utilize the Groupon again!