Venice Beach

Los Angeles California

#73 Among Things To Do in Los Angeles

Weather :

Tags : Beach

Location : Windward Ave and Ocean Front Walk

Also Known As : Muscle Beach

Things to Do : Volleyball, Basketball, Handball, Racquetball, Tennis, Skateboarding, Walking, Biking, Skating, Weightlifting, Surfing, Windsurfing, Kiteboarding, Swimming, Sunbathing, Parasailing, People Watching

Amenities : Grass Park, Skatepark, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts, Volleyball Courts, Handball Courts, Restrooms, Showers, Lifeguard, Paved Bike Path, Walking Path, Kids Play Area, Restaurants, Accessible Features

Pet Policy : No pets allowed

Parking : Paid

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Venice Beach, Los Angeles Overview

Venice Beach is one of the most preferred recreational beachfront in Los Angeles, California and is locally known as the westside. It was earlier known as the ‘Venice of America’ and is now an important centre for creative professionals. The place is an imitation of Venice in Italy, is well planned, boasting of the Italian renaissance architecture. The place is home to the studios of many performance artists like Chainsaw Jugglers, Break Dancers, Acrobats and Comics who can be seen there every day.

Venice Beach boardwalk area is known for the murals by local artists and the Public Art Walls featuring the creative sides of these individuals and groups. The place also has a rich musical heritage and hosts many rock bands events throughout the year. The Venice Beach Recreation Centre has many facilities including the basketball courts, gymnasiums, paddle tennis courts and volleyball courts. One can also visit the one of a kind Westminster Off-Leash Dog Park here. The place is also a backdrop for many shows and is a must-visit getaway location for everyone.