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Hermosa Beach

California, United States · North America

About Hermosa Beach

Hermosa Beach works well as a base: 10 minutes from Lawndale, 15km from Venice Beach.

Hermosa Beach is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 19,860, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Hermosa Beach 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 Hermosa Beach to your route.

About Hermosa Beach

Bijou Theater, formerly Metropolitan Theater, Hermosa Theater, and The Cove, was a performing arts and movie theater located in Hermosa Beach, California, United States.

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What are the best things to do in Hermosa Beach?

Hermosa Beach 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 Hermosa Beach located?

Hermosa Beach is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.8622 latitude, -118.3995 longitude.

What is the population of Hermosa Beach?

Hermosa Beach has a population of approximately 19,860 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
19,860
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.8622, -118.3995

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
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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 Hermosa Beach

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

beach

Venice Beach

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

15 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.

16 km · about 30 min drive

beach

Santa Monica Beach

A quintessential Southern California beach anchored by its famous pier, Ferris wheel, and wide golden sand stretching for miles.

19 km · about 20 min drive

historic highway

Route 66 - Santa Monica End

The '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.

19 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.

22 km · about 25 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.

23 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Tail o' the Pup

A 17-foot hot dog stand shaped like a hot dog in a bun, built in 1946, dismantled in 2005 and painstakingly restored to a new West Hollywood site in 2022. A landmark of Californian programmatic architecture.

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

Driving roads near Hermosa Beach

  • 19 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.
  • 30 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Hermosa Beach.

Redondo Beach

🇺🇸 United States

2 km awayPop. 68,166

Manhattan Beach

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3 km awayPop. 35,818

Lawndale

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 33,430

Torrance

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 143,592

El Segundo

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 17,037

Del Aire

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 10,001

Palos Verdes Estates

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 13,682

Alondra Park

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 8,592

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