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The main attraction in Venice Beach is Ocean Front Walk, which is center stage for amateur street performers, vendors, musicians, jugglers, hustlers, fortune tellers, roller-bladers, break-dancers, exhibitionists, bodybuilders, beach-goers and scantily-clad bathing beauties. You haven't seen it all until you've experienced Venice Beach, California!
On the Boardwalk, you’ll also pass by Muscle Beach, the weightlifter’s mecca where Arnold Schwarzenegger got his start. Don’t miss an opportunity to stroll along the famous Venice Beach Canals that zigzag through picturesque neighborhoods of historic homes. This is a good place to relax and unwind after enduring the sensory overload on the Boardwalk. The waterways feature peaceful and scenic walkways, handsome homes, gardens, arched bridges and panoramic views for photo buffs. Be sure to budget some time to explore the finer side of Venice Beach.
Another can’t miss attraction is the Abbott Kinney shopping district, which is home to upscale shops, funky boutiques and high-end fashion outlets featuring a variety of goods and services. Explore vintage clothing stores, surf shops, and galleries. If you're hungry, stop by one of the many eateries or outdoor cafes where you can relax and continue watching the never ending parade of colorful characters that Venice Beach is famous for.
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Along Venice Beach’s scenic downtown streets you’ll find a delicious assortment of fine dining restaurants, cafes and bistros serving a variety of international cuisine. Whether you’re hungry for Sushi, seafood, steaks, Italian, Mexican food, Chinese restaurants, or fast food favorites like burgers and pizza, you’ll find it at one of Venice Beach’s many tasty eateries. And, Venice Beach’s vibrant nightlife features a bevy of bars, brewpubs and nightclubs.
Shopping is another popular pastime in Venice Beach with one-of-a-kind stores and boutiques. Venice Beach’s downtown merchants and shop keepers carry an amazing array of women’s fashion, clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, books, gifts and more.
If you’re staying a night or two, Venice Beach offers a pleasing assortment of comfortable and stylish hotels, historic Bed & Breakfast Inns, budget motels and luxury resorts. Whatever your lodging needs, our Hotel Directory will help you find the best accommodations in Venice Beach.
For the best entertainment in Venice Beach, check our Calendar of Events. It contains a schedule of local events, music festivals, performing arts, theater, concerts, street fairs, art shows and weekly Farmer's Markets. Venice Beach is also home to several tourist attractions and sightseeing adventures, including State Parks, museums, golf courses, hiking tails and historic sites. Or, for a more laid back outing visit all the great wineries, spas and art galleries located in and around town.
Thinking of moving or relocating to Venice Beach? Our Real Estate section can help with a list of realtors, featured homes, land and property for sale.
What are you waiting for? Start planning your Venice Beach vacation, today.