Long Beach Attractions — Popular Things to Do in Southern California
Tourists that come to Southern California often visit Los Angeles and Orange County, yet over look the city that sits right between the two. If you’re looking for entertainment, then you don’t want to miss the Long Beach attractions.
Situated just outside of L.A., the waterfront community prides itself on tourism and it’s ability to show visitors a good time. There are so many different Long Beach attractions that you could never see them all ? unless you?ve got a couple weeks to spare. There are some of the most popular attractions for locals and tourists alike.
Aquarium of the Pacific: The aquarium is dedicated to showing and preserving the life of the largest ocean in the world. It features three galleries highlighting different regions of the Pacific Ocean. Come face to face with deep-sea predators in Shark Lagoon. Hang out in Explorer?s cove and experience the beauty of the Lorikeets in their outdoor forest aviary.
Shoreline Village: This shopping Mecca for tourists provides eclectic kiosks, specialty shops, and water attractions. The outdoor center draws crowds of locals and tourists every day. Shoreline Village offers several family-friendly activities including a merry-go-round. At night, the restaurants are the perfect place to enjoy a romantic dinners and walk on the boardwalk.
The Queen Mary: Take a tour of this WWII troopship. Since it sailed its last voyage in 1967, it has been formally restored for guests to experience what it was actually like for the soldiers who had to live and work on this historical ship while it crossed the vast ocean. There are rumors of it being a host of the supernatural, with ghost sightings a plenty. Come and see what is waiting for you on the Queen Mary. If you have the time, you can even stay overnight aboard the luxury liner and enjoy Sunday brunch in the ship’s renowned dining room.
Armada Baseball game at Blair Field: Pack the kids in the car and come celebrate the great American pastime favorite of baseball in the park at Blair field. The Armada is a semi-professional baseball team that is sure to please the baseball fan of all ages. Blair field hosts all kinds of fun and entertaining events between the games as well. It is inexpensive and fun for all ages.
Rubber Duck Tours: Experience the most unique and exciting city tour ever with Long Beach?s own Rubber Duck Tours. It starts with a full city tour of the most interesting spots in the city, and then continues on right into the lovely pacific to explore the ocean areas along the Long Beach coast. If you?re wondering how this is carried out, it’s all done on an amphibious tour vehicle that is designed specially to travel safely on land and then convert to travel just as safe and efficiently over water. Riders delight in this one of a kind city tour.
There is so much more to see and do in this modern port town. Whether you’re into shopping, water sports, art events, theatre, or fine dining, you can be sure that one of the many Long Beach attractions will fit the bill. Visit Long Beach and you’ll learn what the locals already know, there’s always something to do in this town.
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