Five Cool Places To Go In Long Beach CA

Located in Los Angeles County, Long Beach CA is a beautiful city on the coast that is known for being home to one of the largest shipping ports in the world. As one of the largest cities in the state, you’d expect to hear more about Long Beach, but unfortunately that isn’t usually the case. Because of its proximity to L.A., Long Beach is often overlooked by people who are visiting the area. However, Long Beach is a beautiful city that has a lot to offer both guests and residents. Whether you’re from Long Beach, or are just planning on stopping by for a quick vacation, you’ll find that there is no shortage of things to do. Here are five cool places to go in Long Beach CA.

Walter Pyramid

Located on the campus of Long Beach State University, the Walter Pyramid was opened in 1994, and has since become a popular arena for various events. In fact, Walter Pyramid is home to the LBSU men’s and women’s basketball teams, and typically has no problem filling its 5,000 seats. Aside from school sports, the pyramid several non athletic events throughout the year.

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Naples

If you want a unique chance to experience the beauty of Long Beach, then you’ll definitely want to make a stop by Naples. This amazing neighborhood is composed of three islands which are surrounded by canals. With a design borrowed from the famous Italian city of Venice, Naples is full of romance and natural beauty. The neighborhood is full of various parks and sites, and visits and residents can take gondola tours all throughout Naples.

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El Dorado Park

On a beautiful day, there’s nothing better than enjoying some fresh air. Well, if you ever find yourself in Long Beach CA, El Dorado is the perfect place to spend a nice afternoon. Whether you have small children in your family, or are just looking for a cool place to hang out with friends, El Dorado is that place. Offering much more than your average park, El Dorado boasts some pretty cool amenities including an archery range, three fishing lakes, a train, and pedal boat rental. Seriously, no matter what type of outdoor activities you enjoy, you’ll probably be able to find something fun to do at El Dorado. The park is open daily (except for Christmas) from 7AM until dusk, and guests are charged per car.

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Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden

Nestled on the campus of California State University Long Beach, the Earl Burns Miller Japanese garden is nearly two acres of incredible scenery. According to the garden’s website, “Dedicated in April 1981, the garden was built through the generosity of Mrs. Loraine Miller Collins. The contribution was made in memory of her late husband, Earl Burns Miller, for whom the 1.3 acre plot is named.” Designed in the image of classic Japanese gardens, this peaceful location is a great place to sit back and relax. For those who really love the garden, it can also be reserved for special events, and has become a very popular wedding location.

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Rainbow Harbor

Long Beach CA is full of incredible places to see, and Rainbow Harbor is one of them. With something to offer people of all ages, Rainbow Harbor is the perfect place to stop by and spend the day. With ample marina space, guests can hang out by the water, watch boats and even go whale watching. According to the website, Rainbow Harbor and marina has “a 150-feet long dock inside the marina for day guests, and 250 feet of day guest mooring, outside the entrance to the Harbor.”

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