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Los Alamitos

California, United States · North America

About Los Alamitos

Los Alamitos works well as a base: 5 minutes from Cypress, 8km from Knott's Berry Farm.

Los Alamitos is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 11,449, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos to your route.

About Los Alamitos

St. Isidore Catholic Church, is a historic church in Los Alamitos, California. It is the oldest building in the city and one of the oldest in Orange County, being built in 1933. It has not held services since 1999, and is planned to be a part of an upcoming community center. It is listed on the National Register of

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Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos located?

Los Alamitos is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.8031 latitude, -118.0726 longitude.

What is the population of Los Alamitos?

Los Alamitos has a population of approximately 11,449 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
11,449
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.8031, -118.0726

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
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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 Los Alamitos

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

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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

Aquarium of the Pacific

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

12 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Disneyland Park

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

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Disney California Adventure Park

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

14 km · about 25 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.

14 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Moto Republic

A shared motorcycle workshop and social hub in Costa Mesa where riders wrench on their bikes and share the community stoke.

22 km · about 25 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.

31 km · about 35 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.

32 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Los Alamitos

  • 45 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.
  • 49 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views

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