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Manhattan Beach

California, United States · North America

About Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach works well as a base: 5 minutes from El Segundo, 12km from Venice Beach.

Manhattan Beach is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 35,818, it is an important destination in North America.

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

About Manhattan Beach

The Manhattan Beach Pier is a pier located in Manhattan Beach, California, on the coast of the Pacific Ocean. The pier is 928 feet (283 m) long and located at the end of Manhattan Beach Boulevard. An octagonal Mediterranean-style building sits at the end of the pier and houses the Roundhouse Aquarium. Surfers usually

Read more can be seen below the pier. The pier is popular with locals, tourists, photographers, and artists and for fishing. It offers sunsets and vantage points from the shore and hillside. The pier includes the Volleyball Walk of Fame, featuring plaques dedicated to past winners of the Manhattan Beach Open beach volleyball tournament.

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What are the best things to do in Manhattan Beach?

Manhattan 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 Manhattan Beach located?

Manhattan Beach is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.8847 latitude, -118.4109 longitude.

What is the population of Manhattan Beach?

Manhattan Beach has a population of approximately 35,818 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
35,818
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.8847, -118.4109

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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 Manhattan 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.

12 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Deus Ex Machina Los Angeles

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

13 km · about 25 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.

16 km · about 30 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.

16 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.

20 km · about 25 min drive

museum

The Getty Center

A hilltop campus by Richard Meier with world-class European paintings, sculptures, and panoramic views of Los Angeles.

22 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.

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.

23 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Manhattan Beach

  • 16 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.
  • 27 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views

Nearby Destinations

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