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Artesia

California, United States · North America

About Artesia

Artesia works well as a base: 5 minutes from Bellflower, 8km from Knott's Berry Farm.

Artesia is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 16,961, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Artesia sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Artesia to your route.

About Artesia

Artesia (Spanish for "artesian aquifer") is a city in southeastern Los Angeles County, California. Artesia was incorporated on May 29, 1959, and is one of Los Angeles County's Gateway Cities. The city has a 2020 census population of 16,395. Artesia is surrounded on the west, south, and east sides by Cerritos, with

Read more Norwalk to the north. Artesia is the home of the East West Ice Palace, an ice rink which is co-owned by Michelle Kwan. It was also the childhood home of former First Lady Pat Nixon, who lived there from 1914 to 1931, though the property on which she grew up is now part of neighboring Cerritos.

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What are the best things to do in Artesia?

Artesia offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Artesia located?

Artesia is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.8659 latitude, -118.0831 longitude.

What is the population of Artesia?

Artesia has a population of approximately 16,961 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
16,961
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.8659, -118.0831

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Artesia

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Knott's Berry Farm

America's first theme park in Buena Park, California, known for its Old West Ghost Town and thrilling coasters.

8 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Disneyland Park

Walt Disney's original theme park opened in 1955, the happiest place on earth in Anaheim, California.

16 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Aquarium of the Pacific

Long Beach aquarium showcasing the diverse marine life of the Pacific Ocean from Southern California to the tropics.

16 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Disney California Adventure Park

Anaheim Disney park celebrating California's culture, history, and natural beauty with Pixar and Marvel lands.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Cars Land (Disney California Adventure)

Disney's immersive recreation of Radiator Springs from Pixar's Cars films with the thrilling Radiator Springs Racers ride.

17 km · about 20 min drive

restaurant

Cole's Pacific Electric Buffet

Open since 1908 in the old Pacific Electric building, with a penny-tile floor, original mahogany bar and a rival claim to the French dip. A hidden speakeasy bar sits behind an unmarked door.

25 km · about 30 min drive

restaurant

Philippe the Original

Serving French dip sandwiches since 1908 on sawdust-covered floors with communal tables and long wooden counters. One of Los Angeles's oldest restaurants and a claimant to inventing the French dip.

26 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

The Original Pantry Cafe

A downtown Los Angeles counter-and-booth diner that has served 24 hours a day since 1924 and famously has no lock on the front door. Cash-only, enormous portions, sourdough on every table.

26 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Artesia

  • 41 kmRoute 66 - Santa Monica EndThe 'End of the Trail' sign on Santa Monica Pier marks Route 66's symbolic Pacific terminus, 2,448 miles from Chicago, beside the pier's vintage carousel and Ferris wheel.
  • 44 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Artesia.

Cerritos

🇺🇸 United States

2 km awayPop. 49,975

Bellflower

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 78,441

Hawaiian Gardens

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 14,592

La Palma

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 15,904

Norwalk

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 107,140

Lakewood

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 81,611

Cypress

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 49,290

Los Alamitos

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 11,449

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