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Venice Beach and Boardwalk, Los Angeles

3.6
#1 of 50 in Parks in Los Angeles
Beach · Nature / Park
The southern Californian community of Venice has for decades been famous for its vibrant subcultures and offbeat way of living, and Venice Beach and Boardwalk is no exception. One of Los Angeles’ most legendary spots, the beach is packed with people from all walks of life. Stroll along the boardwalk to pass numerous street performers, food stalls, and artists selling their wares. You can also watch anglers on the fishing pier, surfers battling the swell, and some of LA’s fittest residents working out at Muscle Beach. Make sure you leave enough time to sunbathe on the soft sand and dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean. A visit to Venice Beach and Boardwalk represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Los Angeles trip builder app to plot your vacation.
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Tours to Venice Beach and Boardwalk

FROM $49 BOOK WITH VIATOR Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour
3.8
Duration: 2 hours
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FROM $94 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More
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Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $162 BOOK WITH VIATOR The Ultimate Los Angeles Bike Tour
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FROM $259 BOOK WITH VIATOR Los Angeles Highlights Full-Day Guided Tour
5.0
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FROM $259 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Luxurious Tour of Los Angeles
4.8
Duration: 6 hours
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FROM $220 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Private Tour of Los Angeles with Pick Up
4.9
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
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FROM $159 BOOK WITH VIATOR Santa Monica and Venice Beach Tour from Los Angeles
4.9
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $590 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Full-Day Los Angeles Tour of Beverly Hills and Beaches
5.0
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
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FROM $122 BOOK WITH VIATOR Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles from LAX Hotels
3.2
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $175 BOOK WITH VIATOR Chill Beach + Epic Coast: Private Adventure Tour
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $244 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Coastal Tour of Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Malibu
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $92 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hop On Hop Off Los Angeles & Hollywood Celebrity Homes Tour
Duration: 25 to 120 minutes
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Venice Beach and Boardwalk reviews

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4.5
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  • By Federico Z
    This is odd... Several reviewers reported squalid conditions, but we did not see a single homeless, not even traces of them. The beach felt safe, it was clean and lifeguards were on duty. Maybe it...  more »
  • By Kaumudi P
    Very touristy. Beaches are nice. Lots of shops selling stuff. Expensive restaurants. Lots of homeless people. You can see the contrasts of LA here.  more »
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  • By Tori Ignagni
    I liked the bohemian vibe of this place at first, but it also was very shady and dirty and it smelled like urine. We couldn’t walk ten feet without people asking for money. I was excited to visit Muscle Beach but there was no one there. The street art was pretty cool though.
  • By Pineapple Pina
    The culture, the vibe, the beach, the talent the skateboarding peeps have, the roller skating vibes, the rich personalities people have, so much talent in this humble, hustling community, a place where every single soul has something to offer with their uniqueness. Y'all keep doing You! Yeah, I am from Texas! I loved this spot, great vibes. 🍍☺
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