Hermosa Beach Pier
Hermosa Beach Pier
4.5
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Hermosa Beach Pier is a fun spot where you can easily spend an entire day relaxing to the sounds of the thundering waves. Surfing is a big thing here, celebrated with plaques embedded in the concrete. Stroll to the end of the pier to watch surfers catching waves, and stay for a fantastic sunset. Hermosa Beach is well maintained, with lifeguards on duty and clean restrooms and showers. It gets busy in summer, so arrive early to secure a parking spot. You can rent bikes and skates, and there are a host of restaurants, bars, and gift shops in the area. – Tripadvisor
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LLLibrodo
United States73 contributions
Jul 2021
Bring your own towels and tents! The water is great with big waves on one side and swimming area on the other. There are signs but the lifeguards had to remind the swimmers often of where to stay. Parking is difficult so we had to walk quite a bit. Once at the beach, there is a long stretch of sandy beach so you can walk for a while or select a nice spot. There are lifeguard stations along the way. There are shops and restaurants nearby as well. There are showers and toilets for easy beach access. Enjoy and stay safe!
Written July 12, 2021
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semanticvision
Los Angeles, CA4,966 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
I used to come here all the time for fishing. Before it sustained severe damage one time and rebuilt, there used to be a small fast food joints at the end of the pier that provided hot food and drinks for late night snacks.
This stretch of beaches have less visitors than the famous one north of south of the Southbay area, still retain some of the old relaxed atmosphere and less tourists also made finding parking easy. Good place to feel the sea breeze and the sultry smell of the sea. Great place to watch sunset as well.
This stretch of beaches have less visitors than the famous one north of south of the Southbay area, still retain some of the old relaxed atmosphere and less tourists also made finding parking easy. Good place to feel the sea breeze and the sultry smell of the sea. Great place to watch sunset as well.
Written January 10, 2021
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Jude CG
Los Angeles, CA107 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
We have ventured to Hermosa beach a few times now. It’s just so calm quaint and everyone is just enjoying this beautiful stretch of beach. Walk out on the pier, which goes way out into the ocean with waves crashing beneath you. There’s many restaurants in which to choose. And they are not very busy with it still being Feb. I’m told it gets really busy in the summer........,. it’s a beautiful area. Enjoy
Written February 18, 2020
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Sammie259
Sarasota, FL614 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
We stopped here the other day and I must say I prefer this Pier to the Santa Monica Pier. Less busy and not so much going on. Could sit here for hours with just hearing the sound of the powerful waves .
Written January 17, 2022
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joaniemaria
Eldridge, IA5,138 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
We went on a Sunday morning. The pier and beach are beautiful. There was a volleyball tournament taking place on the beach. We walked the pier and the shopping area near the pier. Then, went to the lighthouse cafe to eat and listen to jazz music. Very nice area.
Written March 14, 2022
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Peacelovevacation
Dallas, TX35 contributions
We had just arrived at LAX, got our rental car and headed towards a beach on an early Monday am. Most of the shops were closed, but we saw a little coffee shop (which was really great) on the pier. We parked on the street and saw a parking meter, that we didn't fully understand the directions (our fault), but saw that the meter only took quarters?!! So we couldn't have paid if we wanted to since we don't carry around a roll of quarters. We ran over to the shop, got a cup of coffee and ran back out to find a pretty yellow ticket for $50+! Wow, really? We could have spent so much more cash in this beach town, but that put such a bad taste in my mouth and there are miles of beaches just minutes away. So, we paid the ticket and drove on down the road and enjoyed SoCal beaches ticket free! Please be warned that they have patrols specifically for parking violations. There are no warnings and your quick stop for coffee can turn into a $60 trip quick.
Written April 4, 2014
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Waldau
Todd Mission, TX10 contributions
Jan 2021
The place is not as busy as before. The parking fees are there but is extortionate. Can just imagine the fines.
Written January 23, 2021
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MK F
Los Angeles, CA124 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
The Hermosa Pier is a little bigger than Manhattan Pier but smaller than Redondo. But it also has better visibility of the ocean than Redondo and benches to sit on whereas Manhattan does not.
This is a great spot to walk out after your trip down the Strand or to talk off whatever yummy meal you might have enjoyed there. Great spot to see dolphins too!
This is a great spot to walk out after your trip down the Strand or to talk off whatever yummy meal you might have enjoyed there. Great spot to see dolphins too!
Written March 25, 2019
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H R
Australia52 contributions
Sept 2012 • Family
This is a gorgeous beach. Beautiful white sands, a lovely wide pomenade for walking and riding, plenty of public toilets and - I can't believe this - free wifi. The beach is also smoke free.
I spent a leisurely couple of hours walking up and down, admiring the waterfront houses and watching the parade of characters. Clearly, the french bulldog is the fashion accessory of choice at the moment. I spent another couple of hours reading under the pier, enjoying the quiet and lack of crowds.
One of the days I visited there was a volleyball contest of some kind, and people were wandering around in strange team costumes - think bright tutus, ties, braces or knee high socks. I got some great photos. Despite the competition, the noise levels remained low and everyone was very civil.
Parking is plentiful, and although you have to pay, it is not overly expensive (about 1.50 an hour, from memory). There are a lot of nice restaurants and cafes.
Highly recommended. A much calmer, more mellow atmosphere than crowded Santa Monica and sleazy Venice Beach.
I spent a leisurely couple of hours walking up and down, admiring the waterfront houses and watching the parade of characters. Clearly, the french bulldog is the fashion accessory of choice at the moment. I spent another couple of hours reading under the pier, enjoying the quiet and lack of crowds.
One of the days I visited there was a volleyball contest of some kind, and people were wandering around in strange team costumes - think bright tutus, ties, braces or knee high socks. I got some great photos. Despite the competition, the noise levels remained low and everyone was very civil.
Parking is plentiful, and although you have to pay, it is not overly expensive (about 1.50 an hour, from memory). There are a lot of nice restaurants and cafes.
Highly recommended. A much calmer, more mellow atmosphere than crowded Santa Monica and sleazy Venice Beach.
Written September 29, 2012
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TrvlrChk
Hermosa Beach, CA20 contributions
Jun 2012 • Solo
I grew up in southern California and have to say this is one of the best beach towns in Socal. The main attraction is of course the beach, but the reason it gets hype is because the Pier is filled with restaurants, bars, shops, and people just walking around having a good time. During the week the beach is quiter, yiu'll have tons of beach (and volleyball courts) to yourself, on the weekend it fills up although but you will never have a hard time finding a private spot on the sand as the beach is HUGE. One plus to this area is there is no freeway that takes you right into the Southbay (Manhattan, South Redondo and Hermosa) so it's mainly filled with locals and in no way feels touristy.
There are volleyball nets set up everywhere as well as a couple beach tennis courts which are very fun. Everyone is pretty friendly so if your solo, ask someone if you can hop in on a game most people are pretty friendly. I love riding my beach cruiser up and down the strand going to either Manhattan or Redondo for lunch, they are both only 10 minutes on a bike, you can rent bikes just behind a place called the Poop Deck (a bar :)) on the strand.
As far as restaraunts some personal favorites are:
Intimate date night: Buona Vita is a cute italian place on Pier OR The Bottle Inn, which can be a little pricier but is on Sundays and Mondays during the summer they offer the "sunset dinner" which is a very nice 3 course dinner for about $13 and yoiu can sit outisde
Hamburger and beer: Rockefeller on Pier Ave
Seafood: Unfortunately noone really shines in this category, take a bike ride to Redondo and get visit Captain Kids
Ice Cream: Paciugo, fresh Gelato!
Breakfast: Martha's! (Expect a wait if your going on the weekends) or Brothers for breakfast burritos!
Laid back bar with pool, darts and flip flops: Underground
Cappucino, people watching, crepes & accents ;): Creme de La Crepe
Mexican: As a local I am sad to say we don't have any great laid back authentic mexican places. :(...La Palmilla just opened on the pier and while the food is actually really good it is too expensive! It's a fancier place so if you feel like splurging (or want a more upbeat place for date night) and are wanting to go in the Mexican direction you won't be dissapointed with the food.
Live Music: Saint Rocke
There are volleyball nets set up everywhere as well as a couple beach tennis courts which are very fun. Everyone is pretty friendly so if your solo, ask someone if you can hop in on a game most people are pretty friendly. I love riding my beach cruiser up and down the strand going to either Manhattan or Redondo for lunch, they are both only 10 minutes on a bike, you can rent bikes just behind a place called the Poop Deck (a bar :)) on the strand.
As far as restaraunts some personal favorites are:
Intimate date night: Buona Vita is a cute italian place on Pier OR The Bottle Inn, which can be a little pricier but is on Sundays and Mondays during the summer they offer the "sunset dinner" which is a very nice 3 course dinner for about $13 and yoiu can sit outisde
Hamburger and beer: Rockefeller on Pier Ave
Seafood: Unfortunately noone really shines in this category, take a bike ride to Redondo and get visit Captain Kids
Ice Cream: Paciugo, fresh Gelato!
Breakfast: Martha's! (Expect a wait if your going on the weekends) or Brothers for breakfast burritos!
Laid back bar with pool, darts and flip flops: Underground
Cappucino, people watching, crepes & accents ;): Creme de La Crepe
Mexican: As a local I am sad to say we don't have any great laid back authentic mexican places. :(...La Palmilla just opened on the pier and while the food is actually really good it is too expensive! It's a fancier place so if you feel like splurging (or want a more upbeat place for date night) and are wanting to go in the Mexican direction you won't be dissapointed with the food.
Live Music: Saint Rocke
Written June 1, 2012
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My friend and I are going on a j1 to Hermosa beach where would be the best place to live? We also have friends working in Santa Monica should we share accommodation? Thanks
Written March 10, 2020
I think anywhere in the South Bay area is nice. Living by the beach is nice but it is pricey. That being said I try to live where i work. Even though Santa Monica is not that far your commute time might take 45 minutes to an hour.
Written March 11, 2020
Hello I would like to spend a few hours in Hermosa Beach and I 'm looking for a place where I could store my luggage so that I can enjoy the beach .I won't have a car and I will spend the night before in Anaheim and come with Uber or Lyft so I can't leave my luggage in Anaheim . Any idea ?
I thank you in advance for your help !
Written January 27, 2020
Mais tu vas ou après ? Et comment avion, bus?
Written January 27, 2020
How long does it take to ride a bike on the bike path from hermosa beach to Santa Monica pier?
Written August 12, 2017
Depends on your plan, time of day, and weekday or weekend as well as time of year. Be smart have a lock and plan an all day affair It's a beach thing time limits do not apply.
Written August 12, 2017
Hermosa Beach does offer free outdoor showers. I did not see any lockers nearby. I left my things on my beach towel...no problems...particularly if you swim near a manned lifeguard tower. What a beautiful beach.
Written June 7, 2017
Are there lockers available or a place to safely store personal items while swimming?
Written May 30, 2017
No. It is a safe place so just find a spot on the beach and lay out your beach towels and enjoy! People are pretty respectful of your space and items!
Written May 30, 2017
hi is hermosa beach just like santa monica beach because if it is then no reason to go there because i plan on going July the 4th thank you so much
Written April 15, 2017
Hi. I think HB is smaller and nicest. Less tourist and better prices. HB is a mix of locals and some tourists.
Written April 16, 2017
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