Long Beach attractions
Long Beach has the ocean, the beaches, and the climate, but it also has some other great attractions that you won't want to miss! Long Beach attractions will get you on the water, in the water, on a thrill ride, to an island and into some history! Start your day aboard the Queen Mary, then get up close and personal with 12, 500 types of marine life at the Aquarium of the Pacific. For another fabulous day, try taking the short one-hour drive to Disneyland, Universal Studios, or Disneyland's California Adventure. Or explore the natural and historical wonders of the region at Los Alamitos Historic Ranch and Gardens. Or, take an hour boat ride to the beautiful and fabulous Catalina Island. These are just a few of the many great attractions Long Beach has to offer. And with year round opportunities available, your vacation time is the best time to come! Experience all that thrills, beauty and excitement of Long Beach attractions.
The Queen Mary
1126 Queens Highway
Long Beach
www.queenmary.com
Step aboard history on this gorgeous ocean liner berthed in Long Beach.Numerous available including Ghost & Legends, and a russian cold War submarine. Great restaurants, shops and events! A must-see!!
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach
www.aquariumofpacific.org
An incredible adventure into the marine life of three regions of the Pacific Ocean. 12,500 marine animals, interactive exhibits and an amzing Shark Lagoon are featured at this huge and popular aquarium. Another one to put at the top of your list! See Website for hours and pricing.
Catalina Island
Pacific Ocean
www.visitlongbeach.com/listings/index.cfm?action=cover&catID=16
Long Beach is the place to take off for another nearby great destination-Catalina Island. Here you'll find incredible outdoor recreation, gorgeous scenery, the fun city of Avalon, and a fabulous island experience. An hour boat trip from Long Beach.
Long Beach Museum Of Art
2300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach
www.lbma.org
Great collection of art, with changing exhibits as well. Bluff top dining, museum store and some gorgeous gardens. A great musueum for a great day! See webiste for details.
Rancho Los Alamitos
6400 Bixby Hill Road
Long Beach
www.rancholosalamitos.com
Historic ranch and gardens featuring interactive exhibits. Learn the stories of the peopls who have passed through the region from the Native Americans, Spanish, Mexican, to modern American Industrialists. Beautiful gardens as well. See webiste for details.
The Biggest and Best Amusement Parks
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Long Beach is just an hour away from California's top three amusemnt parks: Disneyland, Universal Studios, Hollywood,and Disney's California Adventure. Take a least a day for each. Lines in the summer can be long though!
