48 Hours in Manhattan Beach: The Perfect Weekend Itinerary

Day 1: Friday Afternoon/Evening Arrival

Check-in at 3 pm and take a quick walk to the beach to get some sun and sand.

Evening Arrival Dinner

Best First Night Restaurants:

• MB Post
  • Location: 124 Manhattan Beach Blvd
  • Acclaimed local cuisine
  • Small plates perfect for sharing
• The Strand House
  • Location: 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd
  • Oceanfront dining with spectacular sunset views
  • Reservation recommended

Day 1: Saturday Full Day Itinerary

Morning: Beach Activities

Sunrise Options:

• Free Manhattan Beach Pier access
• Complimentary Beach Volleyball courts
• Borrow our bikes for FREE for coastal path exploration

Late Morning: Local Exploration

Must-Visit Spots:

• Manhattan Beach Farmers Market
  • Location: Temporarily now housed at the Civic Center Parking Lot and Plaza, between the Police/Fire Facility and City Hall. This location is just north of the current market location on 13th Street and has a beautiful, shaded seating area!
  • Every Tuesday, 8 am-1 pm
  • Local produce, artisan goods
• Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden
  • Free entry
  • Native plant displays

Lunch Recommendations

• The North End Caffe
  • Local breakfast and lunch spot
  • Casual, delicious menu
• Fishing with Dynamite
  • Seafood-focused restaurant
  • James Beard nominated chef

Afternoon Activities

• Manhattan Beach Pier Aquarium
  • Free admission
  • Educational marine exhibits
• Manhattan Beach Art Center
  • Local art exhibitions
  • Free entry

Evening

Dinner and Nightlife:

•  Love & Salt
  • Italian-inspired California cuisine
  • Extensive wine list
• Ercole's
  • Classic local dive bar
  • Live music on some evenings

Day 2: Sunday Exploration

Morning

Breakfast:

• Uncle Bill's Pancake House

Activity Options

• Manhattan Beach Surfing Lessons
• Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Late Morning/Afternoon

Shopping and Exploring:

• Manhattan Beach Downtown
  • Unique boutiques
  • Local shops along Manhattan Beach Boulevard
• Catch the NFL Action at SoFi Stadium

Located just 11 miles from The Sea View Inn, SoFi Stadium is a breeze to get to—hop in an Uber or Lyft. This cutting-edge sports and entertainment complex is the first indoor-outdoor stadium to be built and is home to the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers.

Departure Lunch

Final Meal Recommendations:

• The Arthur J
  • Steakhouse with ocean views
  • Perfect farewell meal
• The Izaka-Ya by Katsu-Ya
  • Sushi
  • Try the Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna

Practical Travel Tips

Parking

• Metered street parking- Please pay the meter!
• Public parking lots near the pier

Weather Considerations

• Local Weather Forecast
• Light layers recommended
• Sunscreen essential