Guidebook for Venice
Food Scene
Superba Food + Bread
1900 Lincoln BlvdWithin a 5 minute walk. Serves breakfast, lunch, & dinner.
Great place to grab a coffee (serving Vittoria Coffee and Venice Cold Brew) and observe the local Venice scene. The shop also displays the latest Deus equipment and apparel, focused on custom motorcycles and surf culture. Feel free to bring a computer and enjoy a coffee while catching up on email.
185 locals recommend
Deus Ex Machina - Emporium Of Post Modern Activities
1001 Venice Blvd.Great place to grab a coffee (serving Vittoria Coffee and Venice Cold Brew) and observe the local Venice scene. The shop also displays the latest Deus equipment and apparel, focused on custom motorcycles and surf culture. Feel free to bring a computer and enjoy a coffee while catching up on email.
Locally-owned restaurant. Offers a menu inspired by cuisines from Northern Mexico and combined with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to make for a great "Cali-Mex" Smokehouse joint.
76 locals recommend
Clutch
427 Lincoln BlvdLocally-owned restaurant. Offers a menu inspired by cuisines from Northern Mexico and combined with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to make for a great "Cali-Mex" Smokehouse joint.
Great spot for an afternoon drink on Ocean Front Walk. Offering a great selection of local craft beers and organic foods.
321 locals recommend
The Commons Ale House
129 BroadwayGreat spot for an afternoon drink on Ocean Front Walk. Offering a great selection of local craft beers and organic foods.
Drinks & Nightlife
It's not the food or drink that will impress you at this place, but the views from the bar/lounge on the rooftop of Hotel Erwin. It's a perfect spot to get a "lay of the land" and take photos.
97 locals recommend
High Rooftop Lounge
1697 Pacific AveIt's not the food or drink that will impress you at this place, but the views from the bar/lounge on the rooftop of Hotel Erwin. It's a perfect spot to get a "lay of the land" and take photos.
Small and intimate outdoor patio setting. Extensive collection of wines and small plates.
192 locals recommend
Venice Beach Wines
529 Rose AveSmall and intimate outdoor patio setting. Extensive collection of wines and small plates.
Shopping
While Abbot Kinney Blvd is full of unique and interesting boutique shops that are worth a visit, I suggest a stop at TOMS Flagship Store. Grab a coffee/tea/juice and relax in the outdoor space at the back of the store.
138 locals recommend
TOMS Flagship Store
1344 Abbot Kinney BlvdWhile Abbot Kinney Blvd is full of unique and interesting boutique shops that are worth a visit, I suggest a stop at TOMS Flagship Store. Grab a coffee/tea/juice and relax in the outdoor space at the back of the store.
Sightseeing
The Venice Beach Skate Park is located right off the beach bike path on the sand. It's a favorite spot among California skaters young and old, so plan to stop for a bit and watch them try to impress you with their skills.
162 locals recommend
Venice Skate Park
1800 Ocean Front WalkThe Venice Beach Skate Park is located right off the beach bike path on the sand. It's a favorite spot among California skaters young and old, so plan to stop for a bit and watch them try to impress you with their skills.
No trip to Venice is complete without taking a stroll through the Venice Canals. Although not part of the original "Venice of America" theme park canal system, these canals are the only remaining canals from that era. Now fully restored and surrounded by multi-million dollar homes, it's sure to be a favorite memory of Venice for you. Note: if on bike or driving, use Dell Ave, the only street through the canals accessible to cars/bikes.
947 locals recommend
Venice Canals
No trip to Venice is complete without taking a stroll through the Venice Canals. Although not part of the original "Venice of America" theme park canal system, these canals are the only remaining canals from that era. Now fully restored and surrounded by multi-million dollar homes, it's sure to be a favorite memory of Venice for you. Note: if on bike or driving, use Dell Ave, the only street through the canals accessible to cars/bikes.
Getting Around
The Expo Line Rail (opened in Spring 2016) is the best way to travel from the beach to Downtown LA. To get to the Expo Line Rail Station from 1113 Amoroso Place, you can take the bus.
Directions to Expo Line Rail Station:
1) Walk to the corner of LINCOLN BLVD/SUPERBA AVE SE corner (5 minute walk from 1113 Amoroso Place)
2) Take the SANTA MONICA 3 bus [ ARIZONA & 5TH VIA LINCOLN BLVD] heading north (Cost: $1.25)
3) Exit bus at 4TH ST/COLORADO AV at Downtown Santa Monica Station
168 locals recommend
Downtown Santa Monica Station
402 Colorado AveThe Expo Line Rail (opened in Spring 2016) is the best way to travel from the beach to Downtown LA. To get to the Expo Line Rail Station from 1113 Amoroso Place, you can take the bus.
Directions to Expo Line Rail Station:
1) Walk to the corner of LINCOLN BLVD/SUPERBA AVE SE corner (5 minute walk from 1113 Amoroso Place)
2) Take the SANTA MONICA 3 bus [ ARIZONA & 5TH VIA LINCOLN BLVD] heading north (Cost: $1.25)
3) Exit bus at 4TH ST/COLORADO AV at Downtown Santa Monica Station
Essentials
Ralphs
910 Lincoln BlvdEntertainment & Activities
Reserve a bike tour of Venice/Santa Monica with JK Bike Tours online via link below: http://jkbiketours.com (note: available on Saturdays/Sundays only). With your own bikes, the fee is only $35 for a three hour tour!
12 locals recommend
Windward Circle
Windward CircleReserve a bike tour of Venice/Santa Monica with JK Bike Tours online via link below: http://jkbiketours.com (note: available on Saturdays/Sundays only). With your own bikes, the fee is only $35 for a three hour tour!