Los Angeles International Airport 22 min
Vincent Thomas Bridge (13 min)
Harbor views from a suspension bridge opened in 1963 & used as a location in Gone in 60 Seconds. Aquarium of the Pacific (20 min)
Pacific Ocean dwellers on display at this large aquarium with touch tanks & behind-the-scenes tours. Watts Towers Arts Center (20 min)
Historic landmark site featuring soaring steel towers adorned with glass, shells & colorful tiles. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium (20 min)
Longtime aquarium showcasing Southern California fish via exhibits, a touch tank & other activities. Korean Friendship Bell (21 min)
Set under an ornate pagoda, this historic bell was a gift from Korea & has expansive sea views. Dockweiler Beach (19 min)
Bustling public beach offering a hang gliding training park, bonfires & views of departing aircraft. Seaside Lagoon (17 min)
Seasonal spot for swimming, open during summer, with a sandy beach, snack bar & a play area. Redondo Beach Pier (14 min)
Landmark pier known for scenic oceanfront dining, shopping & nightlife, plus music & festivals. Hermosa Beach Pier (22 min)
Long-standing pier with ocean views, public restrooms & many food & drink options nearby. Wayfarers Chapel (27 min)
Airy stone-&-glass chapel, designed by Lloyd Wright & set in a redwood grove. Battleship USS Iowa Museum (14 min)
Storied Navy warship offering kid-friendly tours (from the decks to the Captain’s Cabin) & exhibits. Port of Long Beach (20 min)
This bustling, 3,200-acre container port with 80 berths & 10 piers is a hub of US–Asia trade. Manhattan Beach Pier (23 min)
This restored 928-ft. concrete pier is the oldest on the West Coast & features a cafe & an aquarium. Cabrillo Beach (21 min)
Sandy beach created in 1927 featuring lifeguards, water sports & views of a lighthouse from 1913. The Queen Mary (23 min)
Ornate lodging on a 1936 ocean liner, offering art deco decor, fine-dining & a spa. | 
