Downtown Long Beach Guided Walking Tour History and Culture

Name: Downtown Long Beach Guided Walking Tour History and Culture
Brand: Viator
Price: 150 USD
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2 hours - 5 hoursEnglishBook 2 days aheadLong Beach, United States

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Uncover the vibrant history and culture of Downtown Long Beach on this engaging guided walking tour. Once the largest beach resort on the West Coast, Long Beach is rich with stories from its rise as a leisure destination to its transformation through the oil boom. Explore the iconic Pike amusement zone, historic streets, and public art while learning about the city's evolution, including its upcoming role in the 2028 Olympic Games. This small-group experience offers ample opportunity to ask questions and receive local insights, making it ideal for both first-time visitors and locals seeking a deeper understanding of this unique city.

- Discover the legacy of Long Beach as the West Coast’s premier beach resort - Hear fascinating stories about the Pike amusement zone and early cinema - Experience the intersection of history, art, and waterfront culture - Enjoy a small-group tour with personalized insights and recommendations

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Long Beach
Long Beach, United States
Explore the story of Long Beach on a guided walking tour that connects its lively past with its creative present. Once the largest beach resort on the West Coast, Long Beach was home to the legendary The Pike, where crowds gathered and early movies were made before Hollywood took over. Your walk takes you through the former Pike area and Seaport Village, along Ocean Boulevard, and down historic Pine Avenue. We continue into the East Village Arts District, known for murals, galleries, and creative spaces, with time near Alamitos Beach. You’ll hear how an oil boom transformed the city, how Long Beach reinvented itself as an arts-forward waterfront destination, and how it’s preparing to host events for the 2028 Olympic Games. Longer tour options may include Bluff Park, Belmont Shore, and the canals of Naples.
2 hours

Meeting and pickup

20 locations

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Happy to meet you anywhere in downtown Long Beach, including the Port!

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Travelodge By Wyndham Long Beach Convention Center
80 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic Avenue & 1st Street, Long Beach, United States
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Queen Mary
1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, United States
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Rocky Inn Motel
1045, CA-1, Long Beach, Long Beach CA, Long Beach, United States
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Fairmont Breakers Long Beach
210 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, United States
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Hilton Long Beach
701 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, United States
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Lumea by the Sea
63 Lime Avenue, Long Beach, United States
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Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
285 Bay St, Long Beach, United States
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Level Long Beach - East Village
333 East Broadway, Long Beach, United States
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Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown
500 E 1st St, Long Beach, United States
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The Maya
700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach, United States
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Best Western Plus Hotel At The Convention Center
517 E 1st St, Long Beach, United States
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The Westin Long Beach
333 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, United States
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City Center Hotel by Kasa
566 E 3rd Street, Long Beach, United States
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Hotel Mai
107 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, United States
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Inn at 50 Long Beach Convention Center
50 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, United States
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Hyatt Regency Long Beach
200 S Pine Ave, Long Beach, United States
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Hotel Royal
431 E Broadway, Long Beach, United States
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Residence Inn by Marriott Long Beach Downtown
600 Queensway Drive, Long Beach, United States
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Marriott Long Beach Downtown
111 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, United States
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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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