Manhattan Beach

Location

Los Angeles

United States

33° 53' 22.1856" N, 118° 24' 3.7116" W

General info:

Manhattan Beach is a classic southern California beach with volleyballs, surfers and sunbathers. The South Bay Bicycle Trail and a pedestrian only walkway run through the beach and is great place to jog and bike. Here you can find some of the most expensive real estate in California. Every August, the city hosts the Manhattan Beach Open Volleyball tournament and the International Surf Festival. It is one of the three Beach Cities in the South Bay.

Many dining and shopping options are available in nearby Downtown Manhattan Beach.

Getting there:

BCT Line 109

Taxi from LAX around $20 to $25.

Costs:

Free

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