A nice sunny afternoon at the park calls for a little picnic. The old days are completely different…read moreat this park. Decades later, it's a whole new place. Still nice but with a major upgrade. It's part of the aquarium of the pacific just along the harbor. There's a parking lot that's part of it but the payment situations was a bit of a mess. Paying with credit card on the machine was a hit or miss. Which i also found out from someone else there. It's probably easy just to do it from your phone. It's a decent size parking lot but there's also parking at the structure just next to the aquarium. It's a cute rolling hill park that looks out to both the queen mary, shoreline village and the harbor. Depending on what side you are. It's a cute little walk around with the lighthouse on top. There's benches scattered throughout the park for seating. There's even a little beach like path along the harbor. Regardless which side you are, the view is quite beautiful. There's also fishing that you could do on the pier. You'll see people about and about walking, picnicking, walking with their dogs or a stroll. Long Beach has its hidden gems and this place was one of them.

I enjoy strolling through Shoreline Park each time I come to downtown Long Beach…read more It is a peaceful spot, passed the Aquarium, unique for the area. Quieter, green grass (it'd be nice to bring a book here) away from the hustle and bustle. And the views are hard to beat, the Lighthouse, the shore with boats and Queen Mary in the near distance. Bring a snack, a drink, take a nice break here, a cool walk to explore the Shoreline Park. Always enjoyable!

Beautiful sunset, calm tide, peaceful, relaxing, perfect spot to spend a day at the beach is pretty…read moreclean not clear, but has its great benifits

One of my favorite local spaces to relax, people watch, journal, pic if or take a nice walk…read more Parking is tricky and I don't want to share my secret but you won't be disappointed here.

Went for a run along Alamitos Beach and had a really great experience. There's a designated path…read morefor running which makes it super convenient and enjoyable, especially if you're trying to stay active by the water. Parking is available nearby, though it is metered, so just keep that in mind. The beach itself looks really nice, clean, well-kept, and overall felt safe while I was there. Definitely a great spot if you want to get a run in with a beach view

Alamitos Beach is an expansive and wide open beach in Long Beach, CA. Its granular white sand and…read moreexquisite view of the ocean makes ideal for laying out a beach towel and enjoying a sunny afternoon- the perfect beach day. In addition, this beach is a GREAT SPOT to play beach volleyball given its massive space and soft sand with exquisite high rise building as backdrop view. However, the one thing I didn't like was the sand was too shallow compared to most beaches. Also, the is Gaucho cafe restaurant just steps away from the beach. And few fruit cart vendors for those who prefer something for the commoners. Public parking and playground are available. Metered parking is available in the lot behind the beach, or at nearby Marina Green Park. Public outdoor shower stall is available. Overall, this is a good beach to spend the day with friend and family and your lover.

One of the most underrated beaches in OC. Great beach, great vibes, lots of shops, decent…read morerestrooms, always parking, and it's clean water. 10/10 - Would recommend. :)

This is likely the least crowded beach in Southern California - At least among the easy access…read morebeaches. This is especially true if you come to the north end of the beach, near first Street. I've come here a few times on weekends and it's consistently nice. Not too many people, easy parking, nice sense, and interesting views of wind surfers. Because it's less crowded, you have a lot of space between you other beach goers. The parking lot near this part of the beach is a bit small, and there is only one restaurant on the beach. There are many other eateries if you go out the pier area, just a bit further south. So if you like nice and quiet beach with not so many people, this (north end of Seal Beach) would be my recommendation!

Lovely! Walking lanes and biking / scooter lanes…read more The best day since the weathers been warm. Soooo many dogs on leashes and people enjoying the walk. Not too many ppl on the beach either. Will be back!

Belmont Shore Beach is a perfect blend of laid-back coastal charm and vibrant SoCal energy. The…read morewide sandy shoreline is clean and inviting, making it ideal for long walks, sunbathing, or simply relaxing while listening to the waves roll in. The paved bike and walking path adds to the experience, with plenty of joggers, cyclists, and families enjoying the ocean breeze. Nearby shops and restaurants along 2nd Street give the area a lively yet comfortable beach-town feel, making it easy to grab a bite or coffee after some time in the sun. Sunsets here are especially beautiful, painting the sky with warm colors and creating a peaceful end to the day. Whether you're looking for a relaxing stroll, a scenic bike ride, or a classic Southern California beach experience, Belmont Shore Beach delivers.

Jack was our gondolier on a Saturday afternoon . Really fun time to spend on the water . Jack knew…read morea lot about several homes in the marina . Highly recommend gondola getaway for a relaxing afternoon . We brought a bottle of champagne to enjoy our voyage .

Hubby booked a gondola through this company 30 years ago as a surprise for our 1st date. We never…read moremade it because back then I got seasick easily and didn't want to risk it. Fast forward...I now have sealegs (which you don't need) so I booked a gondola to see the Naples Christmas lights to get a different view. The weekend before, friends and I walked the canal after the Belmont Shore Christmas Parade, so you can imagine the crowds of people going to see the Naples lights. The gondola is a much better way to see the lights. Booking online was simple. I received a confirmation email and in the email was what to expect. If you bring beverages, they provide a cooler/ice bucket with ice and cups. Connor was our gondolier and he was an absolute champ. He paddled through the canal so quickly that we had more time left on our cruise, so he took us out to the bay which was deserted, but peaceful. We had such a great time thanks to Connor! I highly recommend Gondola Getaway. Their staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. It's well worth the $267.50 (pre tip).

Used to take my kid here when he was little (a decade ago) and been here countless times since it's…read morea neighborhood beach. It's small but plenty of things to do besides the beach. There is picnic area, benches over look the water, day camp, and walking trails. During summertime, it can be a hassle since it's pack of folks so come early if you want a spot. Parking is not free, it's a paid parking lot unless you want to walk 1-2-3 blocks from the neighborhood street parking. Overall nice park/beach and great for morning walk for sure.

All the reviews are accurate. This beach is definitely a spot that after one visit my family fell…read morein love with it. The water is very calm, it's clean, and my kids love that there is a playground. There was a vendor walking around to sell floaties and we ended up getting a raft and the sticks for the raft for our kids. We did try to negotiate on the price but were only able to save a few bucks. I saw lifeguards walking back and forth often and it definitely made me feel safer to have the kids there. If you have young kids, I definitely say this is a great little beach to take your kiddos. Plenty of trash cans around and my kids gotta play with other kids. They didn't have to run super far with their bucket of water to make a sandcastle. Needless to say, we really liked this beach and definitely plan to come back. 2 thumbs up from this mom. Tips: *Parking lot available but you have to pay. *Free street parking. *Restroom available. *Lifeguard on site. * Vendors are always walking around (food, floaties). *There is a little playground with swings.

Not the prettiest or cleanest beach, but honestly a good choice for if you're just planning to…read morewalk/bike/roller skate along the water as they have a designated path. It's also perfect if you're trying to avoid a crowd. Would highly recommend avoiding the bathrooms if you can though. They're quite nasty.

We just sat on the beach to relax and then walked the pier. Nice beach, it has plenty of restrooms,…read moreparking space and the view is amazing. Good public art and good food all up and down the beach

The most neatest thing you could find at the Promenade ! A QR code Potty! It was new to me , I was…read moreactually hesitant to try it since it is a facility right on the side walk. Surprisingly you use your phone snap the QR Code and the door opens and to my surprise so clean . Everything is a wave of your hand and what a relief it is! This one was located at the Harvey Milk Promenade Park. Very convenient if you are at Gold Bahn The Promenade is Cool. Lots of stores and eating places . I recommend trying this when you see it. It's called "throne" .

This was a really interesting area of Long Beach. Somehow I have never been in this area and found…read moreit accidentally. I wanted to check out Broken Spirits which is right next to the 2 hour free parking garage. Parking is by Long Beach Blvd with entrances on 3rd and 4th street. The promenade itself is a 4 block pedestrian walkway full of gorgeous murals, pleasant landscaping, and an odd QR code enabled toilet. It's interesting and fun to walk. You can get some great views of historic architecture such as the Middough Building. Sad part is on a Saturday it felt like I was in an apocalypse movie. Nobody anywhere. Was a total ghost town. Restaurant we ate at was great but totally empty. Was odd. I assume night time might be busier? I will definitely be back for Broken Spirits and curious to see what else is around.

When you think of SoCal beaches, this is not quite the image one holds in mind. Yes, it is a beach…read more Yes, there it is right up against the Pacific Ocean. But, as it is link to the L.A. Harbor, it just does not give one that true feeling of Surf Lifestyle. There are really two parts of this beach. There is the North-Facing side that is lined by the San Pedro Cliffs. Cliffs that are quickly falling into the sea. On this side, you can view houses that are barely in place and teetering on the cliff. If it was me living there, I would be very nervous. On this side of the beach is the more open, majestic space of Cabrillo Beach. Here the waves freely crash on the shore and you are just a short walk from the tide pools of the marine reserve, which I highly recommend visiting. You just have to be careful of the homeless and those using drugs like Crack over in that section. Because I have seen a few scary situations unfold. The other part of Cabrillo Beach is where most people congregate. This section is in direct view of the the ships that travel in and out of the L.A. Harbor. This area holds the main swimming area that has a buoyed safety rope strung across the outside reaches of the swimming area. This is where most people swim and enjoy the water. Due to this area of the beach being enclosed by the harbor breakwater, there are virtually no waves in this section. The water seems much more stagnate here. Thus, you really miss the feeling of the natural flowing ocean. Overall, though perhaps not the beauty one expects from the SoCal Oceanside, this is a unique contribution to the California Coastline.

It's not the kind of beach where you come to lay out on the beach. I come here often though because…read moreit's close by, after catching breakfast in the area. I usually park outside where parking is free. Once I walk onto the grounds, I turn right and check to see if the tide is low. There's a great tide pool on the other side of the bridge. Then, I walk on the sidewalk through the small park where people are gathered to picnic or hold a wedding ceremony. You'll notice a significant amount of ground squirrels in their burrowed holes or running up a tree. The restrooms are large with many stalls. There are also multiple showers to wash the sand off. I enjoy walking down the pier, all the way to the end. There are always people fishing. Dogs are allowed, leashed of course. You run into many individuals walking their dog on the sidewalk. By the way, there's also a ping pong table.