There are so many reasons to buy a house in Long Beach, California. The beautiful year-round weather is enough to make someone invest in their SoCal dream home. However, in Long Beach, the location is just as desirable as the weather. Not only do you have plenty to do within the city limits of Long Beach, but this California oasis is also a hub for other neighboring areas. Within a couple of hours, you can have a unique experience. So, how do Long Beach locals getaway without hopping on a plane? Here are the best day trips from Long Beach, California for all types of adventure-seekers!
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Universal Studios
About 45 minutes from Long Beach is one of the greatest amusement parks in the world, Universal Studios. From Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey to Fast & Furious — Supercharged to the upcoming Jurassic World (opening in summer 2019), there is something for all age groups at Universal. Just outside of Los Angeles, Universal Studios boasts a world-famous studio tour, thrilling rides, and season passes for those who can’t get enough adventure in one trip!
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La Brea Tar Pits
Looking for another type of adventure? Head over to Hancock Park and scope out the La Brea Tar Pits, just 40 minutes from Long Beach. Tar from the earth’s core has seeped up over the years, fossilizing many types of birds and wildlife. Check out the all-natural artifacts on an Excavator Tour. Be sure to check out Lake Pit to see the oldest known Ice Age fossil site still active today.
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Manhattan Beach
One of the perks of living in Long Beach is that there is water almost everywhere you turn. 50 miles from Long Beach, you will come across Manhattan Beach. Spend a day strolling through Friendship Park. Drive a half hour longer and stare in awe at the celebrity houses of the Hills Estates. Fishing buffs, be sure to stop at the Catalina Channel. Look in the distance for any whales waving at you!