A super fun and lively area! The beach was clean and had a lot going on. Tons to see around the…read morepier, they had a lot of shops and restaurants. The water did have more of a pungent smell, and was more murky/green tinted than some other beaches I've been to. Still a solid place to visit!

My family and I visited Hermosa Beach Pier when in the area…read more The street leading up to the pier was really busy as there was a festival or something going on in the area. There were vendors and music and all kinds of neat things to look at. The pier itself was nice and the views were beautiful. I believe you can fish there but we didn't. We just enjoyed our walk and checking out the spectacular views.

I go here many times…read more Far too many times. Each visit feels like a magical town straight out of a fantasy book. The fresh scent of seafood draws you into the pier, with the soft sounds of the birds above and from the thrashing waves of the sea below. The pier is a nice place to walk around and relax, sometimes a little bit crowded. And if you are lucky, some days might have less people. But regardless, Redondo beach has some of the best buildings. It's a good place to go fishing outside or buying fish. They have a variety of markets selling fish out there. Although I can say I had a good experiance, I will admit that it can be pricey. The shops have very expensive souvenirs unlike the last time I visited long ago. I haven't been to the restaurants yet, well some of them. But I have tried the churros and the Chinese food. The churros tasted good, my favorite item to buy whenever I visit. And for anyone who wants to save, it would be a really good snack to try when visiting. The other foods I tried tasted good, but I feel like the pricing is a bit too much. I will rate this a five because despite the high pricing, me and my family will continue to come to Redondo Beach for a nice walk. Thank you for the experiance.

Redondo means round in Spanish. The beach was originally part of the 1758 Rancho San Pedro Spanish…read moreland grant. The city is 6.2 sq miles and its primary attractions are the Municipal Pier and the beach itself. While I love the beach, I rarely go. One, I can't be out in the sun for extended periods. Two, parking is always a hassle. Honestly, I prefer the beach just before sundown so I can see the beautiful sunset. Even though I grew up in Cali, I don't recall ever going to Redondo Beach. I recently met up with a friend at the Municipal Pier for dinner. We sat at a table overlooking the beach. It was nice to see people enjoying their time on the sand and in the water and also watching the seagulls. One guy was digging a hole so deep I thought he was going to bury a body. The beach and pier are nice. There are several places to eat and shop. There is also a large parking garage that is conveniently located next to the pier with easy beach access. The rate is $2 per hour.

Santa Monica Beach is a great time, especially for someone who has not been to town. It is safe…read moreand nice. If you use Pacific Ave. to get to the ramp leading down to the Pier parking you can stop at Palisades Park. It is lovely there and you are above the beach. You can take great photos from there, especially at sunset and when you want a large photo of the beach or pier. Parking is for a fee at the Santa Monica Pier parking. It is below the pier. From there you can go to the beach and lay in the sun or swim. The water looks so clean, but it is not. Beware of fish hooks and just don't swim there everyday, it is not as clean as it looks. It is a walk from parking to the beach because the because the beach is wide with sand. You can get to the Pier by using the steps that go right up to the Pier. Around this area you can walk, there are great places to eat and the Pier is super fun with rides and places to eat and games. It is also a great place to take photos. Have fun. Oh, you can also use your bike, get on the path anywhere and it will take you to the beach. On the boardwalk is Muscle Beach, which has a lot of gym equipment and you will see lots of very well built people working out there. Don't ever leave your bike unlocked, ever.

One of the first places I came when I arrived in California. It's one of the reasons I moved out to…read moreLA from NY. The energy mixed with calm at the time was refreshing for me. The workout area became one of my outdoor gyms. In the ocean became my sanctuary. It's also a great place to people watch. Never a dull moment, but there is certainly also calm moments as well early in the morning.

I came here just to remember I'm allowed to slow down.Not everything needs a decision today…read more Healing doesn't always look loud. Sometimes it looks like this. #mindfulmoments #softlife #selfcare #slowliving #beachvibes

Manhattan Beach, California, USA is definitely not a place I will be coming back to anytime soon…read moreafter this experience. I came in driving a Tesla and parked with my wheels not pointed toward the curb, which I fully understand was my mistake. I expected a simple ticket and moved on. Instead, they doubled down and issued another ticket shortly after for not having a front license plate. The timing of everything felt excessive and honestly frustrating, especially because it all happened within about 10 minutes of parking. What made it even more questionable was that as I was walking back, I noticed multiple other cars around me with the exact same issues. Tesla after Tesla, residents included, many without front license plates and similar small violations. That is what made the whole situation feel less like consistent enforcement and more like something was being selectively enforced or overly targeted in that moment. I cannot say for sure what the intention was, but the experience definitely did not feel balanced or fair. By the time I left, the whole situation had completely soured the visit. Instead of enjoying being in Manhattan Beach, I spent my time dealing with frustration and trying to get out of there. I understand rules are rules, but how they are enforced matters, and this felt unnecessarily aggressive. Manhattan Beach should do better in how it handles visitors and parking enforcement, because moments like this really shape how people feel about returning.

Been walked, jogged, and relaxed at this piers for decades. Small and nice with spaces for…read morefishing, and further down the pier is just big long spaces overlooking Pacific Ocean and Long Beach pier, downtown and Queen Mary. There are many mobile potties. Very nice and mostly clean and plenty of benches along the piers for seating and enjoying the views.

Despite never ever catching a fish here, we've seen many catch something…read more We love pier fishing. The only thing (danger) you need to look out for is overhead and side aggressive rod n' reel "casters" and those who use multiple hooks where it feels like potential hazard and an accident waiting to happen. We use squid as bait and it's resilient to the water and waves. It's good for families and kids, but come early to get a spot and avoid the sun. It's good for maybe 1 hr for kids to inevitably get bored or frustrated, but for adults chillin' almost like playing a round of golf where conversation and relaxing is a big part of a social activity, you can stay for hours, just bring a chair. Also, bring a hat, sunscreen, cold water and snacks. Parking (for free) could be easy if you know where to look, read the signs and are willing to walk. The people there are generally friendly 'tho we did encounter a few territorial grumpy older men, par for the course and not spoilers of a good time for us.

Very small park with about 2 or 3 benches. The landscape is well kept. The view gorgeous and…read morepeaceful.

A little bit of green near the Ocean, Alamitos Park provides parking and lifeguard building for the…read morefar-most SE point in Long Beach. It also has access to the furthest point of Alamitos Beach, which starts in downtown Long Beach, through Belmont Shores, and gets very close to Seal Beach. The sandy area just south of the park is called Alamitos Park Beach. There were huge, manmade sand berns protecting the houses facing the ocean, which made viewing the ocean more difficult. But one could 'camp' at the top of the berns, overlooking the rocks, to get some wonderful views. We could see the skyline of Long Beach, and the giant cranes of the Port of Long Beach. The area was pretty empty , except for the fisherman who came to test their skill/luck at the outcropping of rocks extending far into the ocean (learned that they can be called jetty, headland, groyn, or breakwater). We ended up spending 3 hours here, enjoying the views, weather. This is also where the lifeguard building is, and where my wife stopped by to get sandbags filled in preparation for any big storms. As for the park itself, it has a few stone tables where one could sit and watch the boats sail by from the Bay into the Ocean. This is where the sailing competition of the next Summer Olympics will be held...figures it will be a lot more crowded then (and hopefully not so much dog droppings in the grass).

I didn't add a photo caption but @byomeats is always grilling / smoking for free if you bring the…read moremeat. Find him on insta and TikTok And I uploaded pics of the new cafe on 54th & Bayshore Enjoy :) Sometimes there's hotdogs on Bayshore as well. I think I saw hotdogs chips and a drink for 5$. What a deal!

Horny corner is not just for lovers and hormonal young folks. Imagine having a stretch of the beach…read moreright outside of your doorstep? All you gotta do is grab your beach necessities and walk across the street and set camp. But for those who don't live near a beach, like me living in Bellflower, it's reachable by bus. It's a nice little escape for a hot minute to just lay in the sand and burying my face into a book.

Just look what San Pedro has done now, that city is on a roll. (Actually the park was there last…read moreyear, but I just now got around to reviewing it.) The new Promenade is under the Vincent Thomas Bridge, too cool. You can park for free by the dancing fountain http://www.yelp.com/biz/gateway-plaza-fanfare-fountain-san-pedro#hrid:uaDKd2pLdtXkXjZm-s3K1g/src:self & walk a short distance to the Cruise Ship park, well worth a look. One day last year when I was there, a lucky family arrived by helicopter to board their cruise & of course I photo'd the whole thing, haha.....http://static1.px.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/sF2wAKN9SydMM_Y2D6gliQ/l This is a great spot for kids. The SS Lane Victory offers tours, http://static1.px.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/Yun2MRypD_23BiACPqHg7A/l and you can ride the little local Red Car train to the fountain. http://www.yelp.com/biz/port-of-los-angeles-waterfront-red-car-line-san-pedro http://www.sanpedro.com/media/San_Pedro_Fanfare.htm (watch the video) Yesterday (Tuesday) at mid-day, I was the only visitor at the fountain & at the new Cruise Ship park. I was the soaking wet crazy lady who was cheering after the fountain's noon performance. These days I am cheering the city of San Pedro & all they are doing to enhance their waterfront. The potential is unlimited here, can't wait to see what's next.

San Pedro is the home of this Cruise Ship Promenade. It is a cool place to hang out or take a…read morewalk. Great view of the Vincent Thomas Bridge and any cruise ship that may be docked at the cruise center. I have only seen the place right before or right after taking a cruise. Will need to take time to explore it more.