Travel Tips

Tourists that come to California often visit Los Angeles, yet over look the town that sits right next door. Families looking for fun, should not want to miss the Long Beach attractions.

Situated just east of L.A., the coastal community prides itself on tourism and it’s ability to show tourists a good time. There are so many different long beach attractions that you could never see them all — unless you’ve got a month to spare. Some of the best sites include the following:

Aquarium of the Pacific: The aquarium features three galleries about different regions of the Pacific ocean. In Shark Lagoon, visitors can be face to face with the deep-ocean creatures. Outside there is an aviary where guests can interact with a wild group of Lorikeets.

Shoreline Village: This retail Mecca for tourists has specialty shops, places to eat and water sports. This is one of the most popular Long Beach attractions, and draws crowds of locals and tourists every day. Shoreline Village offers a host of family-friendly attractions including a carousel that the kids will love. At night, the restaurants are the perfect place to stay for a romantic dinner and walk on the boardwalk.

Queen Mary: The regal vessel is docked in Long Beach, and has been since 1967. Take a tour and discover its rich history. If you are so inclined, you can even stay overnight aboard the luxury liner and stay for Sunday brunch in the ship’s acclaimed dining room.

Rubber Duck Tours: This tour takes visitors on a guided ride all over the downtown area and then bay without ever switching vehicle can travel on land and water — a novelty that young and old alike find fascinating.

There is so much more to do in this contemporary coastal town. Whether you’re into shopping, water sports, music events, watching plays , or fine food] that one of the exciting long beach sites will fit the bill. Vacation in Long Beach and you’ll discover what the natives already know, there’s always something to see in this town.

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