Huntington Beach Travel Guide

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Pro

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 MINT.... 


Con

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 Not so much to do if tanning or surfing gets boring 


In a nutshell

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 This is why people fall in love with California 

 

Explore Huntington Beach

Things to Do  

Come to Bella Terra for dining, shopping & movies

Come to Bella Terra for dining, shopping & movies, Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  One of the most beautifully done outdoor malls in Orange county is Bella Terra- a favorite meeting place away from the shore. Sure, it's quite the commercial center and surely there are plenty in O.C but BT's sophisticated architectural charm with a cheery palette is worth... 

Celebrate America's day by the beach (seasonal)

Celebrate America's day by the beach (seasonal), Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  HB boasts having the biggest 4th of July parade west of the Mississippi (river)- and why not when it's right by the beach! This annual event has grown bigger and crowded. This ia a perfect occasion to people watch. Everyone's happy to spend a free day by the shore -hell,... 

Have Calendar open for the Surfing Open

Have Calendar open for the Surfing Open, Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  A major tourist draw during the Orange county summer is the U.S. Open of Surfing, held here in H.B for the duration of one fun-packed week. Tens of thousands crowd the sand and turf for the annual event, held in early August. If surfing is just not your major thing, there is... 

Be "Stranded"

Be "Stranded", Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  For your upscale shopping and dining pleasure, go to the Strand, an outdoor plaza area just steps from the H.B. shore. Featured here is the luxurious-hip Shorebreak Hotel with the well-acclaimed Zimzala restaurant. Along with the fashion staple Forever 21, smaller trendy... 

Awesome sailing adventure!!

Awesome sailing adventure!!, Huntington Beach

 hbgirl84 Says:  From Huntington Beach we drove up the coast about 15 minutes to Alamitos Bay to go sailing on a 34' boat. It was right next to a fun little town named Seal Beach. We drove by the Bolsa Chica Wetlands which is very pretty. We had so much fun and the boat was really plush I... 

Disneyland

Disneyland, Huntington Beach

 kenstan Says:  Huntington Beach is in Orange County or now The OC .Most people come to see the beaches and go to Disneyland. Disneyland is about a 30 minute drive from HB but if you hav'nt been there it a must do. Disneyland and California Adventures. Get the 3 day pass because it cheaper... 

Knotts Berry Farm

Knotts Berry Farm, Huntington Beach

 kenstan Says:  About 30 minutes from HB on Beach Blvd is Knotts Berry Farm. Started selling berries then fried chicken now its a theme park with roller coasters rides etc. Still the best Fried Chicken dinners anywhere. 

Hotels  

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa

 1 Review and 861 Opinions  Of the two high end hotels I would say this is the nicer of the two The hilton is nice but nothing... 

Shorebreak Hotel

 396 Opinions

Restaurants  

Mr Ps Espresso Italiano Caffe: Authentic Espresso Bar in the OC

Mr Ps Espresso Italiano Caffe: Authentic Espresso Bar in the OC, Huntington Beach

 HBSteve88 Says:  This is a great little espresso bar right on Beach in the Big Lots center. Cheers style bar style where everyone gets to know everyone. Unlike any other coffee shop, and using only the best beans and machines. Come on down when you can, they open early. The best drinks in... 

Lucci's Deli: great subs

Lucci's Deli: great subs, Huntington Beach

 kenstan Says:  This Italian Deli has been at the cornor of Magnolia/Adams at least 40 years I remember going their when I was a kid.Has a 18 inch sub for 5.99 can't beat it also a small restaurant deli and bakery Sub sandwich 

Nightlife  

all locations: The nightlife scene in Huntington Beach

all locations: The nightlife scene in Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach

 HBLocal Says:  The website www.thelocalhb.com has a section on nightlife in Huntington Beach, CA. Tells you about different locations and what is going on there. Go to the Eating & Drinking section and go from there. 

Transportation  

Get a Taxi Easily

Get a Taxi Easily, Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  For those who want to party hard in the heart of H.B night or day, be relieved that plenty of taxis are available along and by Main St. No need to call for one.The Main stretch, often dubbed "DUI central", is notorious for heavy drinking and some other intoxication. Don't be... 

Take, rent a bike

Take, rent a bike, Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  H.B. is a very bicycle friendly town, especially by the beach. The main beach boardwalk is full of cyclists, young and older, enthusiast to beginner level. If you are visiting the beach and want to exercise on a bike along the shore, there are a few places where you can rent... 

Come/depart here via the 29 bus

Come/depart here via the 29 bus, Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  So, you are already in Orange county for fun and want to come to HB for more? Find your way to Beach Blvd. which will indeed lead you directly to the beach, at Huntington. The OCTA 29 travels along Beach and I have often come down to HB this way. Mostly the ride is... 

Shopping  

Euro Market Bakery & Deli: Miss European food?

Euro Market Bakery & Deli: Miss European food?, Huntington Beach

 Mandy23 Says:  I guess if I begin to miss German products, I can go there for a bit home feeling. You can also order the products online from the website listed below. It's supposed to be European products, but I saw especially many German ones such as breads, candies, coffies, chocolate... 

Warnings and Dangers  

Jelly Fish- Waves

Jelly Fish- Waves, Huntington Beach

 kenstan Says:  Watch out for jelly fish in the summer when the water warms up.If you get stung its going to hurt but just go to a lifeguard and they will fix you up. Watch out for the waves .If you are'nt use to swimming in waves you can get hurt. Always dive into the wave don't stand and... 

Look Out for the Waves!

Look Out for the Waves!, Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  As seen up close the waves in HB can get dangerous. There is not always a lifeguard present, so take it easy when the tide is high. Pay heed to the official warnings. Of course, the surfers won't pay any mind and head high, chompin' at the bit to get down and "shread" the... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Central Park

Central Park, Huntington Beach

 kenstan Says:  18381 Golden West is Central Park a great park to walk around and a small restaurant for breakfast and lunch.This is where you can bring your dog and they have food for dogs too and a place for them or they can lay by your table.After you eat walk around one of the best... 

Yes! See wetlands in greater L.A., by way of H.B.

Yes! See wetlands in greater L.A., by way of H.B., Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  Bolsa Chica Wetlands Just when you think you're in the city, you come upon a huge developing ecosystem of rare plants, birds and wildlife. Huntington Beach is painted not only with the ocean full of surfers and beach enthusiasts. H.B. can claim having wetlands with a lovely... 

Favorites  

Know about Surf Turf Debate

Know about Surf Turf Debate, Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  Seeking out stories behind the city...Surf City is a phrase that stirs up debate between H.B and another California city, Santa Cruz. Both claim this title, though, arguably, H.B. better represents and markets "Surf City" throughout the city on streets and business. 

A Hollywood of Surf in H.B.

A Hollywood of Surf in H.B., Huntington Beach

 marinarena Says:  Taking cues from Hollywood, Huntington Beach salutes legendary surfers with a cemented salute.Celebrated surfers include Kelly Slater (his marking pictured).Follow the surfing walk of fame along Main and P.C.H.http://surfingwalkoffame.com/ 

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