PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
C
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Carson
North AmericaUnited StatesCalifornia

Carson

California, United States · North America

About Carson

Carson works well as a base: 10 minutes from Lomita, 24km from Venice Beach.

Carson is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 93,281, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Carson 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 Carson to your route.

About Carson

Carson station is a below grade busway station on the J Line of the Los Angeles Metro Busway system. The station is located on the shoulder of Interstate 110 at its intersection with Carson Street, after which the station is named, in Carson and West Carson, California. It is one of two stations along the Harbor

Read more Freeway are outside of the Harbor Transitway, a shared busway and high occupancy toll lane. North of this station transitway services use Torrance Boulevard and Figueroa Street to the Harbor Gateway Transit Center. Traveling south on I-110 the next station is Pacific Coast Highway. The station uses two side platforms which are accessed from Carson Street via stairs and elevators. The station is close to the Harbor–UCLA Medical Center and has a 143 space park and ride lot.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Carson

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Carson.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Carson.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Carson?

Carson 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.

How do I plan a road trip to Carson?

Plan your road trip to Carson with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Carson as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Carson located?

Carson is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.8314 latitude, -118.2820 longitude.

What is the population of Carson?

Carson has a population of approximately 93,281 people, making it a town in United States.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Carson as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Carson. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
93,281
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.8314, -118.2820

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
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.

Full driving guide for United States

Tags

North AmericaUnited StatesCaliforniaTown

Worth the detour from Carson

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Aquarium of the Pacific

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

11 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Venice Beach

LA's bohemian beachfront known for its eccentric boardwalk, Muscle Beach, skate park, and non-stop people-watching.

24 km · about 30 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.

24 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.

24 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

Deus Ex Machina Los Angeles

The Venice Beach location of Deus combining California motorcycle culture with specialty coffee and custom builds.

25 km · about 30 min 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.

26 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

museum

Petersen Automotive Museum

LA's premier car museum with a striking stainless-steel facade, showcasing the artistry and cultural impact of the automobile.

27 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Carson

  • 28 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.
  • 36 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Carson.

West Carson

🇺🇸 United States

1 km awayPop. 21,699

Lomita

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 20,785

Torrance

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 143,592

Wilmington

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 52,000

Gardena

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 60,447

West Rancho Dominguez

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 5,669

Alondra Park

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 8,592

Rolling Hills Estates

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 8,258

Plan a trip around Carson

North America road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Carson

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence