Best 252 things to do in Manhattan Beach, CA

Choose the board and gear that fit your time on Malibu’s waves

Cruise Santa Monica and Venice on a beginner-friendly e-scooter

Cruise the Santa Monica beach path on a classic single-speed bike

Ride a 7-speed beach cruiser on the Santa Monica bike path

Cruise Santa Monica and Venice on a Valen fat tire e-bike

Ride a Valen Rev e-bike with a rear toddler seat option

Rent a 20-inch kids beach cruiser for ages 5–9

Cruise Santa Monica on a 24-inch bike sized for kids and smaller riders

Cruise Santa Monica’s coast with throttle or pedal assist

Explore petrified waterfalls, mezcal-making, and traditional mole

Hike Apoala’s canyon, swim in waterfall pools, and enjoy a local lunch

Learn faster with your own private surf instructor

Reserve a foam longboard or wetsuit and paddle out for 2 hours

Join a small-group surf class with skill-based coaching in Santa Monica

Book a private surf lesson for groups of 10+ in Los Angeles

Catch waves with a local guide, beach lunch, and a coastal ride to Malibu

Build surf skills with local instruction, gear, and time in the water

Surf two Southern California breaks with a local guide and included gear

See Venice Beach, canals, and culture on a 4.5-hour guided van tour

Get up close with birds of prey on a guided falconry walk (ages 5+)

Paddle to tide pools and explore sea caves on a guided kayak tour

Snorkel Emerald Cove’s kelp forest from Terranea’s Beach Cove

Friday and Saturday golden-hour wine, charcuterie, and live music on the Lobby Terrace

Reserve a spa cabana for 6 hours with refreshments and a dedicated server