Manhattan Beach Favorites Guidebook
Sightseeing
Everyone loves walking down to the world-famous Manhattan Beach Pier. You can enjoy the round house aquarium or take the quintessential family photo below the pier. Some people just love to watch the surfers and boogie boarders or head down to the sand to build a castle and feel the water in your toes.
334 locals recommend
Manhattan Beach Pier
2 Manhattan Beach BlvdEveryone loves walking down to the world-famous Manhattan Beach Pier. You can enjoy the round house aquarium or take the quintessential family photo below the pier. Some people just love to watch the surfers and boogie boarders or head down to the sand to build a castle and feel the water in your toes.
Fun to walk to the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier and check out this cool little aquarium at the end.
21 locals recommend
Roundhouse Aquarium
Manhattan Beach PierFun to walk to the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier and check out this cool little aquarium at the end.
The Strand
500 Ocean DrTake a walk, jog or ride along the strand?
Hermosa Cyclery is a good option for Bike Rentals. You can walk down the Strand and then rent your bike and ride back to the house.
39 locals recommend
Hermosa Cyclery
20 13th StHermosa Cyclery is a good option for Bike Rentals. You can walk down the Strand and then rent your bike and ride back to the house.
Food scene
A restaurant with a great few. Head downtown for dinner or a drink on the patio. Or Dance the night away to a local DJ Friday or Saturday Night.
133 locals recommend
The Strand House
117 Manhattan Beach BlvdA restaurant with a great few. Head downtown for dinner or a drink on the patio. Or Dance the night away to a local DJ Friday or Saturday Night.
Very Low Key Breakfast Diner that is a favorite with local kids.
47 locals recommend
Uncle Bill's Pancake House
1305 Highland AveVery Low Key Breakfast Diner that is a favorite with local kids.
Delicious Healthy Acai and Pitaya Bowls. Great fior Breakfast on the go or on A strand walk. Or for a healthier afternoon treat.
11 locals recommend
Paradise Bowls
1246 Hermosa AveDelicious Healthy Acai and Pitaya Bowls. Great fior Breakfast on the go or on A strand walk. Or for a healthier afternoon treat.
Fun cheerful and lively oyster bar features a menu of “old school” traditional seafood fare and “new school” dishes highlighting flavors from around the globe. Chef and co-owner David LeFevre and Fishing with Dynamite have been celebrated for serving only the most pristine seafood with accolades that include “Best Oyster Bar” and Best New Restaurant by Los Angeles Magazine, OpenTable’s 100 Best Restaurants in America (2016, 2017 and 2019) and a Michelin Plate in 2019.
80 locals recommend
Fishing With Dynamite
1148 Manhattan AveFun cheerful and lively oyster bar features a menu of “old school” traditional seafood fare and “new school” dishes highlighting flavors from around the globe. Chef and co-owner David LeFevre and Fishing with Dynamite have been celebrated for serving only the most pristine seafood with accolades that include “Best Oyster Bar” and Best New Restaurant by Los Angeles Magazine, OpenTable’s 100 Best Restaurants in America (2016, 2017 and 2019) and a Michelin Plate in 2019.
Fun Mexican restaurant with a lively atmosphere. Diverse menu with traditional and healthy mexican food choices.
50 locals recommend
Pancho's Restaurant
3615 Highland AveFun Mexican restaurant with a lively atmosphere. Diverse menu with traditional and healthy mexican food choices.
City/town information
Condé Nast Traveler® listed multiple reasons to visit Manhattan Beach as LA’s newest hip corner. With its ideal Southern California location, guests can enjoy a walk or ride on the strand and then take scenic drives to The Staples Center and downtown LA Live, partake in movie magic backlot tours at Paramount Studios, and see the beautifully expansive Pacific Ocean. Head back to the little walkstreet home and take it all in by by walking down to the Manhattan Beach Pier or The Strand.
When you are done taking in the many beauties and attractions of the surrounding area, relax in our beach bungalow. All rooms have Tempur-Pedic mattresses. You will also have access to all the best restaurants and upscale dining experiences just 5 minutes away. Or enjoy barbequiing and eating on the outdoor terrace complete with a firepit.
This little walkstreet home is nestled next to the heart of downtown Manhattan Beach which offers a unique, luxury experience. Enjoy a sunny, beachside vacation, treat your work hard, play hard family to an exceptional staycation or vacation, throw the beach wedding or event of your dreams, and experience the culinary epicenter of the South Bay.
364 locals recommend
Manhattan Beach
Condé Nast Traveler® listed multiple reasons to visit Manhattan Beach as LA’s newest hip corner. With its ideal Southern California location, guests can enjoy a walk or ride on the strand and then take scenic drives to The Staples Center and downtown LA Live, partake in movie magic backlot tours at Paramount Studios, and see the beautifully expansive Pacific Ocean. Head back to the little walkstreet home and take it all in by by walking down to the Manhattan Beach Pier or The Strand.
When you are done taking in the many beauties and attractions of the surrounding area, relax in our beach bungalow. All rooms have Tempur-Pedic mattresses. You will also have access to all the best restaurants and upscale dining experiences just 5 minutes away. Or enjoy barbequiing and eating on the outdoor terrace complete with a firepit.
This little walkstreet home is nestled next to the heart of downtown Manhattan Beach which offers a unique, luxury experience. Enjoy a sunny, beachside vacation, treat your work hard, play hard family to an exceptional staycation or vacation, throw the beach wedding or event of your dreams, and experience the culinary epicenter of the South Bay.
Visit the town Next door - Hermosa Beach. The Hermosa Beach pier area has fun night life and lively beach activities during the day.
197 locals recommend
Hermosa Beach
Visit the town Next door - Hermosa Beach. The Hermosa Beach pier area has fun night life and lively beach activities during the day.
Head to Downtown LA for Big City Living. Take in a concert or a game and Enjoy the Staples Center or LA LIVE.
234 locals recommend
Los Angeles
Head to Downtown LA for Big City Living. Take in a concert or a game and Enjoy the Staples Center or LA LIVE.
Just a quick 30 minute drive and you can enjoy Santa Monica. Rides at the Santa Monica Pier or more world-class shopping and dining.
513 locals recommend
Santa Monica
Just a quick 30 minute drive and you can enjoy Santa Monica. Rides at the Santa Monica Pier or more world-class shopping and dining.
Take a drive North and hit up the BU! Shop til you drop, Surf some world Famous waves or relax and enjoy some wine tasting at Malibu wines.
580 locals recommend
Malibu
Take a drive North and hit up the BU! Shop til you drop, Surf some world Famous waves or relax and enjoy some wine tasting at Malibu wines.
Anaheim
Take a Day Trip to Disneyland
Neighborhoods
Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Manhattan Beach BoulevardStroll down Manhattan Beach Blvd and enjoy some world Class Shopping.
City advice
Don't miss
World Famous Beach Volleyball
Grab a volleyball and head down to any one of the courts around the pier or further south. Get tickets to watch the AVP in August https://avp.com/event/gold-series-manhattan-beach-open/
Or we can set you up to train or play with a local professional Volleyball player
Don't miss
Manhattan beach farmer’s market
Great little market for fresh produce, music and fun finds. Can also come and enjoy lunch. Every Tuesday near the manhattan beach police station.