El Segundo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A white church with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a paved walkway.
A sandy beach with a wooden fence, a lifeguard tower, and people in the distance.
A covered patio area with red brick flooring and white pillars, surrounded by greenery and a park with a gazebo.
A sidewalk with red plaques honoring individuals.
A playground with swings, a slide, and a water tower.

Established by Standard Oil of California as its second (segundo, you got it) refinery city, this LA suburb is not the first destination you may think of, but it doesn’t have to be the last either.

Hosting the likes of Boeing, Chevron and Mattel and many other big businesses, El Segundo is more geared towards manufacturing than tourism. Luckily, El Segundo is close to popular SoCal beaches and just south of LAX airport. You can hop on a South Bay brewery tour or whale-watching cruise and if you follow Sepulveda Boulevard, you’ll soon hit L.A.’s urban attractions.

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo

4 out of 5
1985 E Grand Ave El Segundo CA
The price is AU$259 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$259
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very good! (4,245 reviews)
"The property was nice but the parking was a bit much, and they are doing renovations"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo

Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo

3 out of 5
2000 E Mariposa Ave El Segundo CA
The price is AU$206 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$206
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,361 reviews)
"They want to charge you for any extra, from parking to early chcek-in. Be careful booking with them."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

2 out of 5
1804 E Sycamore Ave El Segundo CA
The price is AU$181 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$181
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in El Segundo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very good! (2,749 reviews)
"the staff is helpful, however the hotel is terrible. The room smells weed, the shower water pressure is low in the morning, the towel has a hair in it."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
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Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

3 out of 5
5825 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)
"Amazing property, totally recommended"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
219 W 7th St Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (880 reviews)
"This hotel is not it if you’re looking for a good night’s sleep. The street noise was unbearable. There was drag racing, constant sirens, people screaming, and people openly using drugs on the street. We did not feel this was a safe area. We had to move rooms to the opposite side of the hotel just ..."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Bowl ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (352 reviews)
"It was noisy and bothersome. There were sounds like footsteps from the floor above, noise from the next room, and the sound of doors closing."

Reviewed on 18 June 2026

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
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Stay near popular El Segundo attractions

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El Segundo Beach

8.6/5 (551 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at El Segundo Beach during your trip to El Segundo? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

AU$166
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Universal Studios Hollywood - Universal Express Ticket

Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets

AU$375
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
LA with Starline Bus

City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes

AU$71
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass

Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass

AU$626
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

AU$41
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Experience

Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Experience

AU$598
per adult
Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Experience
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Cities near El Segundo

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Los Angeles

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Inglewood

A beach promenade with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

Manhattan Beach

A crowded beach with people sunbathing and walking along the shore.

Redondo Beach

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