If you love shopping, surfing, fresh seafood and sun, it's time to pack up and head to Redondo Beach.
Hi, I'm Veronica Hill of California Travel Tips. Come with me as we explore this oceanfront playground just 7 miles south of LAX.
Tourists have flocked to Redondo Beach ever since 1889, when the elegant Hotel Redondo was built just steps from the shoreline.
Though the hotel was torn down during Prohibition, the original site at Esplanade and Avenue A is now a hot surfing spot where locals enjoy some killer waves or sunbathe along the shore.
While you're there, take a stroll along the 27-mile biking path that runs all the way to Malibu. It's a popular route for body-conscious rollerbladers, joggers and cyclists seeking to stay fit.
Serious shoppers shouldn't miss Riviera Village, a funky mix of specialty stores along Catalina Avenue. You'll also find some great galleries, salons and sidewalk cafes here.
On a sunny morning, head to the Sporfishing Pier for a down-home breakfast at Polly's, then walk off the calories at the nearby International Boardwalk where you'll find a funky arcade, lively bars and a bustling live fish market.
This is also the place to pick up a glass bottom boat tour, kayak rentals or speedboat ride aboard the Ocean Racer. Couples looking for a bit of romance can book a sunset cruise along King Harbor aboard Gondola Amore.
No matter what activity you choose, you're sure to have a wonderful day in Redondo Beach.
Redondo Beach information
www.VisitRedondo.com
SSV Looking Glass
(310) 909-3179
Gondola Amore
(310) 376-6977
Polly's on the Pier
(310) 318-3736
Ocean Racer
(310) 374-3481
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