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Ranked #1 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Enjoyed our walk on Naples Island” 06/01/2013
- “Take a trip to Italy, without leaving...” 05/30/2013
Category: Islands
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Ranked #2 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Great Service” 06/14/2013
- “Free...” 06/10/2013
Category: Ferries/ Boats
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Catalina Island is just an hour away aboard our fast and sleek boats out of Long Beach, San Pedro and Dana Point. We are...
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Catalina Island is just an hour away aboard our fast and sleek boats out of Long Beach, San Pedro and Dana Point. We are committed to offering the most advanced, state-of-the-art watercraft available while maintaining a high level of dedication to safety, customer satisfaction, and quality of service. Today, the fleet consists of 8 high-speed vessels. More than one million passengers set sail to Catalina Island each year on board Catalina Express, and with year round service and up to 30 departures daily, you can easily join them.
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Ranked #3 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Cute little garden” 06/12/2013
- “Beautiful” 05/15/2013
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #4 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Great variety of sea exhibits and a st...” 06/18/2013
- “sight seeing” 06/18/2013
Category: Aquariums
Take a journey of discovery through the world’s largest ocean at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California.
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Ranked #5 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Great Place to Stroll, Eat and Shop” 06/10/2013
- “not that great, water is a little dirt...” 05/27/2013
Category: Biking Trails
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Ranked #6 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “My Favorite” 06/18/2013
- “Terrific makeover-” 06/12/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Established in 1923, Long Beach Airport (LGB) is the location of aviation history. The main terminal is a designated...
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Established in 1923, Long Beach Airport (LGB) is the location of aviation history. The main terminal is a designated landmark built in Art Deco style. This building features ticket counters, restaurants, a gift shop, an observation deck, and displays exhibits about California's first municipal airport. The world’s first flight school was established at LGB and was the site of Amelia Earhart’s first flight as a passenger. Three million travelers are served by the airport annually.
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Ranked #7 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Very Impressed with Engineering Depart...” 03/27/2013
- “Go Beach!” 03/23/2013
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #8 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Noisy and inconvenient” 05/23/2013
- “So loud, so fun!” 05/17/2013
Category: Race Car Tracks
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Ranked #9 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Unique experience” 04/13/2013
- “Great tour” 03/24/2013
Category: Military Museums
This decommissioned Soviet submarine is now a tourist attraction in Long Beach.
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Ranked #10 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Fun and entertaining. Good deal.” 01/30/2013
- “I love the cheese factor” 06/26/2012
Category: Dinner Theaters
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Ranked #11 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “New Visitor Center” 05/28/2013
- “Great Place to take the family or lear...” 05/07/2013
Category: Historic Sites; History Museums
The Rancho Los Cerritos is a historic site owned by the City of Long Beach. It is a Monterey Style adobe rancho house from 1844, remodeled during the 1930's by the Bixby family... more »
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Ranked #12 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Very Big but well organized” 06/18/2013
- “Nice facilities, good parking for conv...” 06/10/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Used for conventions, exhibits and special events, this large arena offers 46,000 square feet of exhibit space plus seating...
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Used for conventions, exhibits and special events, this large arena offers 46,000 square feet of exhibit space plus seating for more than 13,500 people.
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Ranked #13 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Nice area. Be sure to visit while in...” 06/09/2013
- “Fun at night!” 04/08/2013
Category: Neighborhoods
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Ranked #14 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Too many food choices and so little st...” 06/18/2013
- “Lots of great places” 06/13/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Shop in the daytime or party at night along this trendy retail and restaurant district, where historic buildings house shops...
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Shop in the daytime or party at night along this trendy retail and restaurant district, where historic buildings house shops and eateries, and a sizzling nightlife takes over when the sun goes down.
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Ranked #15 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “I Didn't Know What I Payed For!” 06/13/2013
- “Excellent Time on the Queen Mary” 06/09/2013
Category: Ships; History Museums; Museums; Religious Sites
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This elegant luxury liner, permanently docked on Long Beach since its last crossing in 1967, features a hotel, museum,...
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This elegant luxury liner, permanently docked on Long Beach since its last crossing in 1967, features a hotel, museum, restaurants, Art Deco salons for private parties, a wedding chapel and tours.
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Ranked #16 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “So so” 06/18/2013
- “Great place to visit, eat and shop” 06/10/2013
Category: Neighborhoods
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Ranked #17 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “be an artist after ur visits!!” 04/11/2013
- “A hidden gem” 03/18/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Located high on a cliff overlooking the Pacific, this museum complex features the historic Elizabeth Milbank Anderson summer...
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Located high on a cliff overlooking the Pacific, this museum complex features the historic Elizabeth Milbank Anderson summer home and carriage house, both built in 1912, plus magnificent gardens, a permanent collection of European and California art and a two-story gallery with changing exhibitions.
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Ranked #18 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Dogs are everywhere!!” 06/11/2013
- “Fun in the Sun” 06/05/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #19 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Try to see this if you can” 05/15/2013
- “A Beautiful and Unique Piece of Archit...” 04/10/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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This imposing edifice on the campus of California State University Long Beach, is one of only three pyramid-shaped buildings...
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This imposing edifice on the campus of California State University Long Beach, is one of only three pyramid-shaped buildings in the U.S. and is used for various functions including sporting events, gymnasium, conferences, weddings and filming for movies and commercials.
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Ranked #20 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Entertaining & extremely well done” 05/07/2013
- “Best little playhouse ever” 02/27/2012
Category: Theaters
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Long Beach Playhouse, in Long Beach, California, has produce theatrical plays for over 80 continuous years. In our two...
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Long Beach Playhouse, in Long Beach, California, has produce theatrical plays for over 80 continuous years. In our two theaters; The Mainstage and Studio, we produce up to 16 plays per year including collaborations and special events with local artists and organizations. Our Mission: To serve our diverse community with quality theatre, a strong education program, and provocative-socially significant, classic and contemporary productions. To nurture and cultivate artists and audiences alike, encouraging the participation of all interested individuals.For season tickets and current plays, visit the website.
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Ranked #21 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “dirty water” 06/17/2013
- “As Beaches Go...” 05/08/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #22 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Maybe it's just not my thing” 06/12/2013
- “Murder and Birthdays go together” 04/19/2013
Category: Dinner Theaters
The Dinner Detective is an award winning, comedic, interactive murder mystery dinner show.
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Ranked #23 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Very good public course” 11/05/2012
- “Great value” 08/18/2012
Category: Golf Courses
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Eighteen-hole challenging design is an enjoyable experience for all players, which offers an exciting blend of water hazards,...
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Eighteen-hole challenging design is an enjoyable experience for all players, which offers an exciting blend of water hazards, numerous bunkers and excellent fairways and greens.
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Ranked #24 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Nice park” 03/29/2012
- “Alright.. nothing special.. safe place...” 03/05/2012
Category: Parks
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Urban park offers a variety of amenities including a playground, mobile skate park, community center, youth recreation...
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Urban park offers a variety of amenities including a playground, mobile skate park, community center, youth recreation programs and a teen center.
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Ranked #25 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Competent” 05/27/2013
- “Disappointed” 03/16/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Known as MoLAA, this combination museum and cultural center is devoted exclusively to contemporary Latin American art,...
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Known as MoLAA, this combination museum and cultural center is devoted exclusively to contemporary Latin American art, including paintings, lithographs and sculptures, and also offers shows, classes, wine tastings, an open-air market gift shop and a restaurant.
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Ranked #26 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “The Next "It" Spot” 01/11/2013
- “Interesting shops and cafes along Lind...” 03/05/2011
Category: Neighborhoods
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Ranked #27 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Also Known As Retro Row” 08/17/2012
- “small shops large prices.” 04/23/2012
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Shoppers looking to buy vintage clothes, furniture and other memorabilia from the 1950s up through the '70s will enjoy the...
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Shoppers looking to buy vintage clothes, furniture and other memorabilia from the 1950s up through the '70s will enjoy the many shops that span more than two-blocks on this popular, busy street.
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Ranked #28 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Great place for intimate and unique th...” 04/09/2011
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #29 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “Russian submarines were quite small” 01/24/2012
- “Game Works is now closed in Long Beach...” 08/09/2010
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centers; Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #30 of 38 attractions in Long Beach
- “good choice for a movie” 03/29/2012
Category: Theaters
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