About Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach has over 2 miles of ocean frontage and 115 acres of beautiful sandy beach. Parking is sufficient with over 450 public parking spaces. A 900-foot long pier, located at the end of Manhattan Beach Blvd, bisects the area. Fishing is permitted all year on the pier.

The laid-back Manhattan Beach community in South Bay is popular with families and outdoor enthusiasts. The Strand Cycle Path winds between modern mansions and expansive sandy beaches with volleyball courts along the ocean. The tranquil Manhattan Beach Pier features a scenic aquarium and views of surfers. There are several parks and a small downtown area with boutiques, brunch cafes, pubs and creative, upscale eateries.

What is known in Manhattan Beach?
Manhattan Beach is known as "The Pearl of L.A.'s South Bay" and was immortalized in the Beach Boys classic, "Surfin' U.S.A." Take a gander at the impressive beachfront real estate as you walk, run, bike, rollerblade or skateboard on The Strand, a fantastic place to people-watch as well. Downtown Manhattan Beach is a culinary force and a must for foodies, with great seafood shacks, gastropubs and fine dining options.

What makes Manhattan Beach attractive to visit?

Manhattan Beach is the perfect place to watch the sunset. The wide-open beach gives you a great view of the sun setting over the water. It's a beautiful sight and the perfect way to end a day at the beach. You can also stroll along the pier to enjoy the view from above.

From shaking the sand out of your shoes to discovering local boutiques, Manhattan Beach is a mecca for surf, sun, and shopping. It has everything you would expect from a California beach scene: volleyball nets, a sunny pier, and surfers riding waves as soon as the sun rises.