Long Beach

Long Beach, California, United States

This Long Beach Getaway takes you on a modern tour of the city’s historically lively coastline connected by a 5.5-mile sandy beach with a paved path from Rainbow Harbor to Belmont Shore. Ocean view resorts with rooftop pools, restaurants with stunning views and international attractions offer world-class accommodations for visitors and staycationers alike as they enjoy an active family weekend in and out of the water.

429 Shoreline Village Drive
Long Beach, CA

Cruise the coast and explore the vibrant beach path via electric or pedal-powered bicycles and surreys from Wheel Fun Rentals for an epic summer ride.

5437 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA

Those seeking a less physical, guided tour of Naples may prefer to book an unforgettable gondola evening ride as a way to explore the Italian-inspired waterways.

100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA

The internationally-renowned Aquarium of the Pacific offers up close experiences with marine life native to the Pacific Ocean, including sea lions, sharks, otters, penguins, and a true menagerie of fish, amphibians and seabirds.

5411 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA

With miles of protected bays and marinas, Belmont Shore is a great place for families to safely play on the water. Rent a paddleboard or other small watercraft through Kayaks on the Water, conveniently located near the calm and picturesque canals of Naples, where there are often dolphins and other marine life, including a cove of moon jellies (don’t worry – they don’t sting!).

Long Beach, CA

There are few experiences as rare and exhilarating as a sighting of a white, steam-like blow from a whale breaking the water’s surface for air as it migrates along California’s coastline. Harbor Breeze Cruises offers three-hour whale watching tours that leave from Rainbow Harbor in Downtown Long Beach, with Aquarium of the Pacific combo tickets available for those who would like to see more marine life.

429 Shoreline Village Drive
Long Beach, CA

If you’ve worked up an appetite for seafood after being out on the water, there are many fish in the sea to choose from at the restaurants of Shoreline Village and The Pike Outlets at Rainbow Harbor, where colorful sunset views are reflected on the waterfront.