The back story
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The back story
Venice Beach: the back story
The boardwalk, Muscle Beach, the canals and Abbot Kinney: LA’s most colourful beach district.
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Venice Beach: Our Favourites
The boardwalk and Muscle Beach, the Venice Canals, Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Gjelina and rooftop sunsets.
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What to see and do
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Street life by the sea
Venice Beach Boardwalk
Ocean Front Walk in Venice: street performers, Muscle Beach, the skatepark and murals.
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Little bridges and gardens
The Venice Canals
The quiet residential canals of Venice, with footbridges and gardens.
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Along the sand
Santa Monica Pier to Venice Beach
Walk or cycle the beach path from Santa Monica Pier south to the Venice boardwalk.
Where to eat
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The heart of Abbot Kinney
Gjelina
A Californian restaurant on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice.
1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291Explore View on map
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Gjelina’s bakery
Gjusta
The bakery and deli from the team behind Gjelina, a few blocks from Venice Beach.
320 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291Explore View on map
Bars and nightlife
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Above the Venice boardwalk
High Rooftop Lounge
The rooftop lounge of Hotel Erwin, looking over the Venice Beach boardwalk and the ocean.
1697 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291Explore View on map
Shopping
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Boutiques in Venice
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice’s boulevard of independent boutiques, cafés and restaurants.
Share your Venice Beach tips
Been there? Share your experience and tips with other visitors.
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