Location: Marina del Rey
Top Things to do in Marina del Rey
Top 8 Free Things to do in Marina del Rey, California (CA)
Marina del Rey is an unincorporated seaside community and census-designated place (CDP) in Los Angeles County, California, United States. A Westside locale, the population was 8,866 at the 2010 census. Fisherman's Village offers a view of Marina del Rey's dominant feature, the Marina, the world's largest man-made small craft harbor with eight basins having a capacity for 5,300 boats and is home port to approximately 6,500 boats. The harbor, the Los Angeles Times said in 1997, is "perhaps the county's most valuable resource".
Restaurants in Marina del Rey
1. Burton W. Chace Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
This beautiful 10-acre park is one of the crown jewels of Marina del Rey, jutting out into the Marina's main channel. Offering what may be the best vista point in the area, this is a great spot for walking, picnicking, and gazing out at the deep blue water, boats and Marina. Open daily. Located at the western end of Mindanao Way.
Reviewed By Playinmarinadelrey
The lights and decorations were beautiful. Came for the boat parade. They had a firework show and so many fun things to do. Snow princesses (not any cheap type either) snow and sleds, free glow sticks, and great friendly people. Love this place!
2. Marina del Rey Harbor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By elizabethlascheid - Marina del Rey, United States
You can take a bike or drive your car to the harbor in Marina Del Rey. It is very pretty with plenty to do. You can have junk food or fine dinning within a walk of the harbor area. The boats are fun to look at and it is a nice walk and usually cool outside. You can not get into certain boat areas because the gates are locked but you are welcome to walk pretty close. You can also walk to the Fisherman's Village from there. It has shops and a couple of good places to eat. Have a great time.
3. Marina Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 341 reviews
Reviewed By waynefromcali - Yucaipa, United States
Marina Beach,at Marina Del Rey,California has a great "Beach Eats To Go Nights" featuring a number of high end food trucks is always a hit with locals and visitors alike! One of our favorites is the "Stopbye Cafe" food truck featuring an Indonesian Fusion" style menu that is authentic,fresh and delicious! They have meat,chicken,vegeterian and fish dishes prepared Indonesian style. Fast friendly service offered by owners,Tom and Justin,and courteous service-quick too! In a word-delicious! The whole "Beach Eats To Go"nights are totally social distanced and all cdc safety precautions are exercised for safe eating. The Stopbye Cafe truck travels to different places all over So Cal so check out their posts to see where and when!Its great to grab some stopbye cafe food and sit near the marina to enjoy it! . . . . #stopbyecafe #marinadelrey #foodtruck #indonesianfood #randang #marinabeach #ilovemarinabeach #ilovestopbyecafe #beacheatstogo #ilovefood #ilovefoodtrucks
4. Marina del Rey Visitors Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 33 reviews
Stop by the Marina del Rey Visitors Center to get information and assistance on hotels, restaurants, area attractions, events, walking tour brochures, and transportation. The center is located at the corner of Admiralty and Mindanao Way, and is open daily except New Years, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Reviewed By Sightsee419201
Marina del Ray is a wonderful area. If you need to rel after visiting the busy energetic Downtown or sunbathing at the Venice Beach this place is totally for you. It is calm and peaceful. You can enjoy the beautiful Marina harbor or entertain your kids at the Mother’s Beach. You also can visit Chace Park or have lunch in a cosy Fishermen’s Village. All the information about this wonderful place you can get at Marina del Ray Visitors Center.
5. Waterside Shopping Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
Chic boutiques and one-of-a-kind treasures; men, women and children's clothing; gift shops,restaurants and cafes; bank (ATM), market, pharmacy. Admiralty Way between Mindanao Way and Fiji Way. Open Daily.
6. Ballona Creek
7. Marina Beach
8. Fisherman's Village
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 291 reviews
Fisherman's Village is a replica of a New England seaport and fishing town. Stroll the harborfront to enjoy views of the Marina. Shop for souvenirs, rent a boat or bike, dine outside at waterfront restaurants and cafes. Harbor and dining cruises available. Free weekend afternoon concerts. Open daily; validated parking. From Admiralty Way, turn right on Fiji Way.
Reviewed By TheNatster75 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
We had a late flight on the evening so I looked for somewhere to go before the airport and Marina Del Ray seemed like the perfect place. We are so glad we stopped by, there was a mini music festival one when we arrived so the vile was really cool, we sat down with an ice cream and then decided to walk along the harbour. This was a real highlight for us because we must have stood for at least an hour watching the seals play around in the water and hang around all the fisherman,, it was amazing to see and such a highlight of our LA visit. If every we come back to LA, we have agreed that we would rather stay around here. It's a great place, we love it.
