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Long Beach Points Of Interest — Amazing Places To See Southern California
By CruiseDirector | November 24, 2009
Tourists that come to Southern California often visit Los Angeles, yet over look the town that sits right next door. Families looking for entertainment, should not want to miss the Long Beach attractions.
Situated just east of L.A., the coastal community is known for tourism and it’s ability to show vacationers a great time. There are so many interesting long beach points of interest that you could never see them all — unless you’ve got a couple weeks to spare. Some of the best sites include the following:
Aquarium of the Pacific: The aquarium offers three galleries about distinct regions of the Pacific ocean. In Shark Lagoon, you can come face to face with the deep-sea creatures. In the courtyard there is an aviary where guests can interact with a wild flock of Lorikeets.
Shoreline Village: This retail Mecca for vacationers has specialty shops, places to eat and water sports. This is one of the most popular Long Beach attractions, and draws crowds of locals and tourists every day. Shoreline Village offers a host of family-friendly things to do including a carousel that the kids will love. At night, the restaurants are the perfect place to stay for a romantic dinner and walk on the boardwalk.
Queen Mary: The stately ship is docked in Long Beach, and has been since 1967. Take a tour and learn about its rich history. If you enjoy an adventure, you can even stay overnight aboard the luxury liner and feast on Sunday brunch in the ship’s renowned dining room.
Rubber Duck Tours: This excursion takes families on a guided ride throughout the downtown area and then goes on without ever changing/on land and water — a novelty that kids of all ages find fascinating.
There is so much more to see in this modern seaside town. Whether you’re into shopping, water sports, music events, watching plays , or fine dining that one of the many long beach points of interest will fit the bill. Vacation in Long Beach and you’ll learn what the natives already know, there’s always something to do in this town.
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