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Long Beach Attractions
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, California
562-590-3100
Open Daily 9am-6pm
Admission Charged
This is the only aquarium in the world to focus on the Pacific Ocean. Visitors can enjoy 550 species, 17 living habitats and 30 exhibits which take them on a journey throughout the Pacific Ocean's three regions: Southern California/Baja, the Tropical Pacific, and the Northern Pacific. With its sweeping, curving, wave-like architecture, the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific is designed to emulate the ocean.
Over 12,000 creatures are on view at this fascinating, state-of-the-art aquarium, which re-creates three different ecosystems and brings visitors face to face with sharks, sea lions, eels and other residents of giant tanks.
Museum of Latin American Art
628 Alamitos Ave.
Long Beach, California 90802
562-437-1689
Hours: Tuesdays - Friday, 11:30am - 7:00pm, Saturday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am - 6:00pm.
Admission Charged
Known as MoLAA, this combination museum and cultural center is devoted exclusively to contemporary Latin American art, including paintings, lithographs and sculptures. It also offers shows, classes, wine tastings, an open-air market, gift shop, and a restaurant.
Long Beach Museum of Art
2300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90803
562-439-2119
Galleries & Store Tuesday - Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Admission Charged
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 exhibits.
Queen Mary
1126 Queens Highway
Long Beach, CA 90802
(800) 437-2934
(Phone) (562) 435-3511
The ship's hours are 10:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. with extended hours for restaurants & lounges.
First Class Passage ticket includes Ghosts & Legends show, admission to the adjoining exhibit of a Russian Cold War submarine, two Guided Tours and all exhibit areas. Casual to elegant dining
General admission passport includes the Ghosts and Legends and self-guided Shipwalk tour.
Behind the Scenes Guided Tour and World War II Tour and First Class Passage package also available.
The Queen Mary was already an icon before arriving at its permanent home in Long Beach. "The grandest ocean liner ever built" was hostess to the rich and famous during the 1930s and considered by many as the only civilized way to travel. World War II saw the Queen Mary's conversion to a troop ship know as the "Grey Ghost", carrying up to 15,000 troops at one time. She later carried more than 22,000 war brides and children to the United States and Canada.
After her arrival in Long Beach in December of 1967, she was removed from British registry and ownership turned over to the City of Long Beach. Her operation, maintenance and preservation are entrusted to the non-profit RMS Foundation.
Soviet Foxtrot Submarine ( code name Scorpion)
1126 Queens Hwy.
Long Beach, California 90802
562-432-3316
Call for days and hours of operation
Admission Charged
Admission includes a short film. The submarine is open 10:00 am to 6:00 pm daily.
The Soviet Foxtrot submarine, code name Scorpion, is on display just outside the Queen Mary. Touring the sub gives an idea of what life was like in close quarters. Steep ladders, small hatches, narrow corridors and lowered ceilings created an atmosphere much like an obstacle course. Imagine 78 crew sharing two showers and three toilets for up to three months at sea!
Whale Watching
From December to early April, take a cruise to spot gray whales on their yearly migration. You may see the whales "spy hopping," poking their heads above the water a bit, or "breaching," a spectacular display as the whales propel themselves out of the water and fall back with a big splash. Bring your binoculars.
Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site
4600 Virginia Road
Long Beach, California 90807
562-570-1755
Open to the public Wednesday - Sunday from 1 -- 5 (except on major holidays).
Admission Free
Rancho Los Cerritos was originally a Spanish land grant of 27,000 acres, but is still impressive at its present size of 4.7 acres. The complex includes an 1844 Monterey-Colonial two story adobe house (combining both Mexican and American architectural styles )and historic gardens. behave fun taking "Tea with Margaret Bixby." You'll enjoy a Victorian tea and find out about 19th century ranch life from "Margaret Bixby" in a living history presentation.
The Pyramid
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, California 90840
562-985-4949
Admission Free to View
This imposing edifice on the campus of California State University Long Beach, is one of only three pyramid-shaped buildings in the U.S. It is used for various functions including sporting events, conferences, weddings and filming for movies and commercials.
Rancho Los Alamitos
6400 Bixby Hill Road
Long Beach, California 90815
562-431-3541
Call for days and hours of operation
Admission Free
This historic site was part of a massive Spanish land grant in 1784 and today serves as a living history museum comprised of six agricultural buildings, working blacksmith shop, magnificent gardens and a rambling adobe ranch house built in 1800.
California State University Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, California 90840
562-985-4111
Call for additional information
Long Beach Arena
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, California 90802
562-436-3661
Call for additional information
Admission Free to View
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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