Manhattan Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Manhattan Beach

With a population of 35,135, Manhattan Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Manhattan Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Manhattan Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Manhattan House (1019 Manhattan Beach Blvd) and Pancho's (3615 Highland Ave) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in Manhattan Beach

Contemporary American
Very good (646 reviews)
American
Wonderful (405 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (247 reviews)
American
Wonderful (174 reviews)
Italian
Very good (170 reviews)
Gastro Pub
Wonderful (62 reviews)
Contemporary American
Very good (646 reviews)
American
Wonderful (405 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (247 reviews)
American
Wonderful (174 reviews)
Italian
Very good (170 reviews)
Gastro Pub
Wonderful (62 reviews)

When to visit Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach in February
Estimated package price
$380
2 travelers
Flight to Manhattan Beach
3 nights at hotel
Manhattan Beach in February
Estimated package price
$380
2 travelers
Flight to Manhattan Beach
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Manhattan Beach

Plane

When flying to Manhattan Beach, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Manhattan Beach include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Manhattan Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Manhattan Beach. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to Burbank takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Manhattan Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 21 km from Manhattan Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Manhattan Beach, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Manhattan Beach takes 64 km and will cost you around $24. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 193 km.

Plane

When flying to Manhattan Beach, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Manhattan Beach include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Manhattan Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Manhattan Beach. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to Burbank takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Manhattan Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 21 km from Manhattan Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Manhattan Beach, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Manhattan Beach takes 64 km and will cost you around $24. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 193 km.

Airports near Manhattan Beach

Airlines serving Manhattan Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,282 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Manhattan Beach

Most booked hotels in Manhattan Beach

westdrift Manhattan Beach, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 230 reviews)
$259+
Residence Inn Los Angeles Lax/Manhattan Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 330 reviews)
$205+
Best Western Plus Manhattan Beach Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 931 reviews)
$185+
Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1819 reviews)
$274+
Redac Gateway Hotel Torrance
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1057 reviews)
$116+
Seahorse Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 777 reviews)
$126+

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Manhattan Beach.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Manhattan Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Manhattan Beach is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Manhattan Beach.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Manhattan Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Manhattan Beach is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.