Venice Beach:
A very popular destination, Venice Beach has a concession area, lifeguards and free parking. There are also sand volleyball courts, picnic areas and access to the Venice Public Fishing Pier. Along with beautiful views of sunsets, you can spot lots of wildlife along the beach including dolphins, shorebirds and marine turtles that come to nest between May and October.
Brohard Paw Park:
This dog-friendly beach is very popular with pet-owners and includes access to the sea, restrooms, and additional park areas nearby. Be sure to carry everything your dog may need on a hot, sunny day when you go to this beach too!
Historic Downtown Venice:
Containing restaurants and shops along Venice Avenue, Historic Downtown offers great opportunities to explore and browse. Additionally, there is the Venetian Waterway Park which features a paved trail that runs along the water. Lastly, there’s also Centennial Park in the center of downtown, with a little splash area to cool off for children too.