3 Best Places To See in Long Beach, CA

“Aquarium of the Pacific aims to instill a sense of wonder, respect, and stewardship for the Pacific Ocean, its inhabitants, and ecosystems. The aquarium is situated across the water from the Long Beach Convention Center, Shoreline Village, and the Queen Mary Hotel and attractions. Aquarium of the Pacific is the largest aquarium that features touch tanks and behind-the-scenes tours. The aquarium covers a 5-acre site on Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Aquarium of the Pacific displays around 12,000 animals in over 100 exhibits that reflect the Pacific Ocean's diversity. The aquarium attracts over 1.7 million visitors each year. Aquarium of the Pacific provides educational programs for all ages, from hands-on activities to leading scientists. The aquarium offers discounts for members.”

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“The Long Beach Museum of Art was established in 1950 and acquired a permanent collection. The museum's permanent collection includes over 4,000 paintings and sketches. The museum has 300 years of pottery artifacts, early 20th-century European sculpture, California Modernism, and California modern art movements. The Long Beach Museum of Art is a historical site containing the house, carriage house, and Elizabeth Milbank Anderson (constructed in 1911), and a pavilion with two floors of unique gallery space to display exhibits. In 2020, the Long Beach Museum of Art celebrated 70 years of collecting, exhibiting, and championing visual arts. The museum offers extensive educational programs for children and adults, musical programs, festivals, and other special events. The museum also includes a historic home, spacious rooms, parks, and dining on the oceanfront. The Long Beach Museum offers free admission for its members.”

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“Museum of Latin American Art aims to showcase modern and contemporary Latin American and Latino art. MOLAA has now increased its size and added a 15,000-square-feet garden with sculptures. The museum develops knowledge and appreciation of modern and contemporary Latin American and Latino art through its collection, groundbreaking exhibitions, stimulating educational programs, and engaging cultural events. Their permanent collection consists of over 1,600 art pieces. Museum of Latin American Art collects groundbreaking exhibits and promotes educational activities, including cultural events. Visitors can see a select number of works, learn to look critically and engage in conversations about art. Museum of Latin American Art affords complimentary admission for MOLAA members and children under 12 years. The museum also offers many discounts for its members.”

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