Playa del Rey

Playa del Rey offers beautiful beaches overlooking the Pacific Ocean just a few miles north of Los Angeles International Airport.

Getting There

Playa del Rey is located north of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). From San Diego Freeway (405) exit Imperial Highway and go west. Where the road ends at Vista del Mar, turn right. Playa del Rey is located just beyond Dockweiler Beach.

Activities
  • Sunbathe on the wide stretches of beaches, some of the least crowded of any in Los Angeles.
  • Bike along the 30 Mile bicycle or rent roller blades or a skateboard.
  • Ride, jog, or walk to Fisherman's Village in the Marina or to Manhattan or Venice Beach
  • Fish along the Jetty.
  • Boat out to sea in a sailboat, sport-fishing boat, kayak, or harbor dinner cruise ship.
  • Walk along the beach collecting shells, admiring the dolphins, or noticing the large yachts, volleyball games, or boat races.
  • Play tennis at Loyola Marymount or Westchester Park
  • Golf on either of two public golf courses including the famous or infamous 15-hole Westchester course, the only night lighted golf course in the area.
  • Whale watch - in the winter. Boats leave from Redondo Beach.
Money & Shopping
  • Third Street Promenade offers shopping and also adds entertainment with its street performers, movie theaters, and outdoor restaurants.
Eating
  • Explore the food treasures of our local and famous farmers markets. Flea Markets are every weekend at various locations
Hotels & Accommodation
  • Inn at Playa del Rey Bed and Breakfast 435 Culver Boulevard, Tel: (310) 574-1920 www.innatplayadelrey.com A New England style beach house, located three blocks from the Pacific ocean and five minutes from Los Angeles International Airport.
Nearby Destinations
  • Marina del Rey - The "marina of the king" is home to a vast number of restaurants and hotels, and while not as touristy as some of the neighboring beach cities is nonetheless a fun spot to spend an evening.
  • El Segundo - This neighboring city is mostly an industrial town, although visitors are generally surprised to find a sleepy downtown that is home to numerous restaurants and bars.
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