Embrace scientific fun and discovery for guests of all ages. The renowned Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach offers a wide range of species and interactive exhibits. Further inland, the La Brea Tar Pits and the iconic Griffith Observatory connect visitors to local preserved prehistoric animals and astronomical research, including a planetarium.

Explore historic and architecturally significant houses throughout the region. Highlights in Long Beach include several storied ranchos with vibrant gardens, and the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Hollyhock House dominates a hilltop in Los Angeles.

Dive into Long Beach’s cultural heritage at the numerous local museums boasting different periods and cultures. Visit the Long Beach Museum of the Arts, Museum of Latin American Art, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Getty Villa, or the Broad.