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Venice Beach Boardwalk

Los Angeles, CA (Venice / Beach Areas)
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As featured in 3 days in Los Angeles
Ranked #82 of 335 attractions in Los Angeles
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Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Beaches, Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Activities: Inline skating, Shopping, People-watching, City walk sightseeing
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Traveler Description: Check out these videos of different characters on the boardwalk, they totally capture the spirit of the place Venice the Menace: Boardwalkin'  The... more »
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Jacksonville, North Carolina, United States
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

i really enjoyed this place, i will come back some day with friends or family i hope this review helps

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Anaheim, California, United States
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

I used to live in the neighborhood and found it an exciting place to be. Walking, roller skating, people-watching. Nice weather and nice ocean view.

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Antigua, Guatemala
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37 reviews 37 reviews
16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Clear blue sky's virtually everyday, beautiful sandy beach, cafe's, bars and a whole range of stalls selling everything you would never really want! What a great way to spend a day. I recommend grabbing a cold drink or ice cream and just wandering about all day, there is a skate board area, basketball, work out area that are all worth... More

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Campbell River, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

I can't overemphasize the attraction of this almost magical place. It is like a miles-long carnival midway for adults. There is so much to do and see that it is easy to forget you are at a beach and the beach is absolutely beautiful! You will have flashbacks of almost every tv show that was ever filmed in California. The... More

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Tennessee
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We walked up and down the Venice Beach Boardwalk. There are several shops (most contain exact merchandise). Some shop workers were more pushy than others, but none were just terrible. We paid $6 to park right next to the boardwalk which was well worth it. There are a lot of street vendors and they were not pushy at all. We... More

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Surfers Paradise, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

If you want to see the hazy and crazy, then visit Venice Beach. It's about 15 mins by Big Blue Bus (BBB) from Santa Monica Pier. Here you'll see different characters and hear plenty of music. Dog wearing sunglasses, roller blading/guitar playing hippies etc. It's great during the day - a real eye opening but I'd probably stay away during... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Off the somewhat trashy (yet loads of fun) boardwalk, lies one of the most beautiful beaches in Southern California. Truly worlds away from most of the L.A., this beach is "the beach" for many Angelinos - and just a nice, warm and sunny place to relax and have a good time.

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Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

I got my first tatoo from Venice Tatoos. Very professional and knowledgeable. I loved shopping in the stores and the outdoor entertainment was fun as well. The beach party was fantastic complete with people playing congos and dancing away. Magical time.

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Kelowna BC
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24 attraction reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

If for no other reason, you have ot walk the Venice Beach Boardwalk to people watch. I wouldn't really eat anything there or buy anything of great value but an awesome place to people watch. I think everyone should do Venice Beach Boardwalk.

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Los Angeles, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

After visiting the cold grey beaches in Connecticut, beaches in California are spring treat. The visit to Venice beach and beach board walk this weekend was a soulful experience. The place has little something for everyone. After a good swim in the crystal clear water and some sunbathing in the soft blond beach, a leisurely walk at the Venice beach... More

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