Laguna Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Laguna Beach

With a population of 22,723, Laguna Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Laguna Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Laguna Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Splashes at Surf & Sand Resort (1555 South Coast Highway) and Broadway by Amar Santana (328 Glenneyre Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Nirvana Grille - Laguna Beach (303 Broadway, Ste 101) and Seabutter - Laguna Beach (1100 S Coast Hwy 303) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Laguna Beach.

When to visit Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$320
1 night at 3-star hotel
Laguna Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$320
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Laguna Beach in August, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Laguna Beach, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Laguna Beach

Plane

When flying to Laguna Beach, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Laguna Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Laguna Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Laguna Beach. The train journey from Laguna Beach to Burbank takes 0h 29m 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 Laguna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 75 km from Laguna Beach. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Laguna Beach, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Laguna Beach takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 193 km.

Plane

When flying to Laguna Beach, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Laguna Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Laguna Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Laguna Beach. The train journey from Laguna Beach to Burbank takes 0h 29m 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 Laguna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 75 km from Laguna Beach. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Laguna Beach, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Laguna Beach takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 193 km.

Airports near Laguna Beach

Airlines serving Laguna Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
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Where to stay in Laguna Beach

Average rates range from around $394 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,199 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Laguna Beach

Most booked hotels in Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 75 reviews)
$1,199+
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 116 reviews)
$749+
Capri Laguna on the Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1006 reviews)
$379+
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa Newport Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 550 reviews)
$166+
Surf And Sand Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 422 reviews)
$1,012+
La Casa del Camino
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 635 reviews)
$217+

Renting a car in Laguna Beach

Renting a car in Laguna Beach costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Laguna 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 Laguna Beach is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Laguna Beach costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Laguna 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 Laguna Beach is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.