A beautiful and fascinating place to explore marine life and a part of our ecosystem. A fun place to explore and visit for everyone.

Definitely not your average coffee shop. The atmosphere is chill and laid back, with a horror and punk theme. Their menu has a great selection of specialty blends and classics like espresso, cold brews and iced lattes. Our favorites are The Bride, Peanut Butter Crunch, Dracula, Matcha, Cookies and Scream and their house brew. The service is good and the staff are friendly.

A book lovers oasis. The atmosphere is inspiring, comfortable and airy. There's spacious seating and modern elements like updated computer stations, self checkout kiosks and interactive activities for kids. The selection of books is great with many new titles available. We love to visit this library to nurture our love for the literary arts and family time. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful.

A vibrant and trendy atmosphere, delicious authentic Mexican food with fresh indigenous ingredients. Not only is the food good but the drinks are good as well. Their margaritas are muy bien. If you love good Mexican food, bursting with flavor, served up with excellence, this is the place for you.

A lush, well maintained, serene park, nestled in Los Cerritos, a affluent, family friendly residential community of Long Beach. With its towering trees, lush greenery, freshly cut grass and rustling leaves. This park is a gem. Great for morning or afternoon walks, play dates with the kiddos or a quiet picnic under a tree. A peaceful escape from the city.

The atmosphere is warm, homey and inviting. They offer a wide variety of delicious southern style cuisine that's savory, succulent and perfectly seasoned. The desserts are delicious as well, the peach cobbler is in a class of its own. The staff is friendly and the service is good. We've enjoyed this restaurant for years, they never miss.

Whimsical and aromatic, this tea house is a delightful place to visit. It's Victorian tea room theme gives it a relaxed, family friendly vibe. They offer a high variety of delicious foods and gourmet teas to compliment your meal. The staff is friendly and the service is highly accomidating.

With a tranquil, serene, meditative atmosphere, this Japanese Garden is by far one of the most beautiful places to visit in our city. The garden has a colorful Koi pond, Zen Rock Garden, and a beautifully maintained landscape. Although the admission is free, visitors must make online reservations to enter the garden. There are strict photography rules so please visit their website and review their photography policy before visiting if you plan on taking photos.

With its stunning ocean views, modern and historic artwork, this has easily become one of our family's favorites. The museum is small but it's a mighty gem for museum enthusiasts. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island and The Queen Mary, making it a popular venue for weddings and other special events. If you plan to visit, be sure to check their website for closures due to private events.

One of the benefits of living in a major coastal city, is its beaches. Junipero Beach is one of our favorite beaches. You'll find the locals relaxing on the shoreline, little ones building sandcastles and collecting seashells, vendors selling their sweet treats or handmade jewelry. Morning walks along the boardwalk are our favorite. The sound of the crashing waves and salty sea breezes make for a invigorating sensory rich environment.

Sitting in the heart of downtown Long Beach, the Rainbow Lagoon Park is a beautiful, scenic oasis with its lush greenery, walking paths and pedestrian bridges. The park has Swan Boat rides for a romantic date or a family fun event. It's also close to Shoreline Village and the Pike. Definitely a family favorite.

The space feels like a cozy, vintage style library, setting it apart from a traditional style coffee house. The walls are lined with floor to ceiling bookshelves, with many titles to choose from, from contemporary, modern and classic literature. A popular spot for students, coffee connoisseurs, and book worms. A cozy place to enjoy a cup of coffee with friends, family, or while getting lost in a good book. The staff is friendly and make guest feel right at home.