Experience · Long Beach
Long Beach Art & Waterfront Afternoon
Spend a delightful afternoon immersing yourself in Latin American art at MOLAA, a local cultural gem. Afterward, enjoy a modern gastropub meal before taking a leisurely stroll along the beautiful ShoreLine Aquatic Park.
A 4-hour Long Beach afternoon plan for solo — BO-beau kitchen + roof tap, Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA), ShoreLine Aquatic Park.
- Duration
- 4 hrs
- Cost
- $25–$75
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Downtown Core + 2 more
- Walking
- Moderate walking · Total 2.1-mile driving route
- Best time
- 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Solo · Couples · Friends
The plan
The plan
- 1BO-beau kitchen + roof tap(1 hr)→
- 2Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)(1 hr 30 min)→
- 3ShoreLine Aquatic Park(1 hr 30 min)
Why this plan works
The 3 stops cover about 2.1 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Long Beach instead of crossing town between them. Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at ShoreLine Aquatic Park — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to solo, couples, and friends who want a planned Long Beach outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Spend a delightful afternoon immersing yourself in Latin American art at MOLAA, a local cultural gem. Afterward, enjoy a modern gastropub meal before taking a leisurely stroll along the beautiful ShoreLine Aquatic Park.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 11 hrBO-beau kitchen + roof tap
Food & Drink · Downtown Core
Sprawling, bi-level gastropub for bar fare & beer boasts a formal dining space & rooftop patio.
What to do — Grab a table on the rooftop patio if available to enjoy the downtown views while you dine on American fare and a selection of draft beers.
Book it · BO-beau kitchen + roof tap
0.8 mi · 16 min walk or 5 min drive
Then Head south on Pine Avenue, then turn left onto E 6th St to reach the Museum of Latin American Art.
21h 30mMuseum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)Arts & Culture · North Alamitos Beach
Contemporary Latin American art & educational programs featured at a museum with a sculpture garden.
What to do — Spend time wandering through the galleries, taking in the unique exhibits, and relaxing in the outdoor sculpture garden.
Scout Side QuestPick one piece you’d secretly hang in your living room and see if your date can guess which one.
Book it · Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)
1.3 mi · 6 min drive
Then Drive a short distance southwest to ShoreLine Aquatic Park.
3Optional 1h 30mShoreLine Aquatic ParkOutdoors · Waterfront
Grassy, open park on the water offering picnic areas, a lighthouse & special events.
What to do — Stroll along the paths, enjoy a moment by the lighthouse, and take in the serene waterfront atmosphere as the afternoon winds down.
Scout Side QuestSpot the most interesting boat on the water and invent a one-sentence backstory for its captain.
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The route
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Long Beach itinerary for solo?
- Yes. It's built for solo, couples, and friends and runs about 4 hrs across 3 stops, starting at BO-beau kitchen + roof tap.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Long Beach itinerary cost?
- Roughly $25–$75 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Not entirely. The stops cover about 2.1 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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