Serving as the main retail area for Palos Verdes Estates, Malaga Cove Plaza was recently named to…read morethe Register of Historic Places in 2021. It has various financial institutions, along with two places that serve sit-down food. All share a large, free parking lot, with slots having different max time rules, enticing cars to be in and out. In the center is the Neptunes Fountain, though it wasn't running when we stopped by. We only found parking in a 30 minute spot, which was enough time to pick up our sandwiches from the market, walk a little to see the fountain, and be on our way.

Beautiful shopping plaza in the Palos Verdes/Rolling Hills area. They have a lot of small boutique…read moreshops and it's a very popular place to take wedding, holiday photos. Parking is pretty easy. A nice place to take a casual stroll.

If you're down in the San Pedro area, during this once a year event, it's worth checking out. Be…read morewarned though, you have to pay an entrance fee (which doesn't make sense to me because it doesn't really get you anything except the ability to walk around). There is live music throughout the day and some of the bands are quite good. The star of the day of course is trying all the different food booths. They're made up of all the local restaurants in the Pedro area, so it's a good way to find out what something is like. Kind of like small samples of what you would get with a full menu plate. The location is excellent, right on the coast with lots of huge shade trees.

I took the shuttle from the parking lot at 22nd Street and Sampson Way. I didn't want to hassle…read moredriving up and down streets and/or walking a distance to the park. The admission cost was $10 per adult, but going to a movie cost more for only two hours. Food and drinks were not cheap, but I'm not complaining. Going to this event was to get away from the normal crap we always do. I had a great time watching people and those that danced to the bands that played. I really enjoyed the first band I saw which was a Santana cover band named 'The Topics'. The two other bands were 'Chuck Alvarez Band' and 'Hindsight'. I had consumed wines from 'Off the Vine', 'Barefoot' and even Albertson's. Beer from 'San Pedro Brewery'. Food from 'Thai Tiffany', 'Baja Fish', 'Nikko Pizza' and corn on the cob from 'Red Man'. For me, I had a good time at this event, thanks to a Yelper for posting it.

This is a great place to take a walk be respectful, be mindful there are people meditating artist…read moreworking and sometimes Indians doing sacred rituals. There's a really cool area again be respectful. Areas considered Indian/sacred very cool. They have events and they invite everyone. They also do not want you to take pictures with your phone or cameras be respectful, and enjoy a beautiful area. Great birdwatching also.

Great community arts center! I take ceramics class here and have also come to check out art…read moreexhibits. They have different events/programs throughout the year and is a great resource to have in San Pedro!

The Riviera Village Summer Festival is nice intimate and fun not very many things for the kids to…read moredo. It is more shopping and beer garden and more than anything else. There are a lot of vendors that sells clothes jewelry knickknacks a little pricey because they are considered crafted go early parking is hard to find even if there's a lot of it.

The Riviera Village Summer Festival occurs annually during the month of June. I nearly forgot to…read moreattend until I was driving to the Village to have breakfast. Luckily, I found free street parking, but there's plenty of metered parking nearby. They close the middle of the street to pedestrian traffic only, so those metered spots are unavailable. It's great. Dogs are allowed, so people bring them and the rest of the family for games, dining, music, and shopping. The vendors are lined up in the middle of the street. Vendors are selling clothing, jewelry, hats, and art, just to name a few. The main stage is usually set up near HT Grill. All the restaurants and shops that are normally open on Saturdays are open during the festival.

The water and breeze of Redondo Beach Pier is blue medicine. The reason why I describe the pier as…read moresuch is because the tension and stagnant spirit of a person can be lessened (maybe not fully evaporated) by the picturesque ocean nestled below. As we all know, there is a a saying that asks people to stop and smell the flowers. Meaning that each person should stop their steps intentionally to understand the fragrant beauty of a still and small moment, Otherwise we all might lose the meaning of life as we zoom/Zoom. But at the Pier there are no flowers, there are only blue-green waves rolling in a leisurely motion. And I stopped to record the calming waters as they strolled, and in that moment I felt a morsel of serenity for I was one with the elements that constitute a beachside. Of course, not all people go to the Pier for calmness, some people go for boardwalk buzz. And this place has almost that is needed to have a wonderful day. Now this place is not like the Santa Monica Pier, or the Jersey Pier, or the Santa Cruz boardwalk because it does not have rides and bells and whistles. It is mostly a place to stroll and enjoy food, drinks, sights, and churros and crabs. Like when night descends upon the pier it blankets it, there is no human made lights to shoo the darkness away. But that does not make les than the other famous piers just different. And also, during my last visit I saw a bird flying and floating across the water helping me understand the spectacle of nature's freedom in flight. I am sure I could have captured and understood this message in this and other piers because al of them have birds and stretches of ocean that seem to reach a point of both entrance and end. Yesterday,I went to the Pier because they have a free concert series during the summers. People had their chairs out, and towels and enjoyed the Irish melodies. They were not traditional Celtic songs that make people jig and want to wear leprechaun hats, it was modern Irish which was new to me. I also chastised myself for not being the type of person who comes prepared with snacks and chairs to enjoy, not only the musical performance, but the beach elements all around. I do wonder if I had the needed snacks and chairs, will I hate having to walk them from my car to the spot. And then I would likely chastised myself for not being the type of person who can just enjoy the music of band and sea. This pier has a lot to do, for sure. It may not be a tourist destination but it can be. But for now it is regarded as a local treasure by locals. It's parking is like 2 dollars an hour. Buf if you are willing to walk a few blocks, like two, it can be free. But that depends what kind of things you will carry to enjoy your time at the pier and nearby beach.

First time at Redondo Beach/Pier…read more Nice beach, lots of parking $2 per hour. Lots of food options.

If you're a Civil War buff or interested in learning about the Civil War, this is the place to…read morecome. The Staff are very, very knowledgeable & are very friendly. My dad has donated some Civil War items to them. Pretty cool place.

Great historical site. Took my students on a field trip and was very well organized into stations…read more Costumed staff helped set the mood for learning. We were able to use their park across the street for lunch.

George and the staff are so knowledgeable (for me and my dog) and friendly! not you average…read morepharmacy. They go above and beyond. I wouldn't go anywhere else! Thank you to all the staff! Tina & Pebbles

Scenic shopping plaza overlooking the ocean complete with a few eateries and a Starbucks with a…read morefantastic view. Trader Joe's is also prominent here and is quite a nice store.

The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Gift Shop is located right next to the structure that houses the…read moreCabrillo Aquarium. What you find here is what can be expected. Basically, it offers a lot of sea life orientated, gifts and trinkets, in association with some San Pedro memorabilia. This is a fun and bright shop. They have quite a large collection of unique tchotchkes, stuffy's, and gift ideas. Meaning, if you want to pick something up for yourself, or you want to get a unique gift, this is an interesting place to grab it. One of the good things about this gift shop is, that it is not inside the aquarium building itself. From this, you do not have to pay an entrance fee to go into this shop, if you just want to look around at what they have to offer or purchase that something you never knew you needed. Overall, if you want a great little gift, or some memorabilia from your aquarium visit, this is the place to go.

Love the gift shop and the ladies were work there. Surprising variety of beautiful, fun and…read moreeducational gift items and prices from somewhat expensive to very affordable. We're going to stop in even when not enjoying the aquarium. Thanks so much