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.

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$188 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
AU$188
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,619 reviews)
"It’s good to stay one night"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo
Hyatt Place LAX El Segundo

Hyatt Place LAX El Segundo

4 out of 5
750 N Nash St El Segundo CA
The price is AU$238 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$238
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,043 reviews)
"These are actually true queen size beds and not those double beds. The room was clean. The only complaint was that the sliding glass shower door made a lot of noise rattling back and forth. Wonderful breakfast. Wonderful staff. Wonderful service. Very helpful. And definitely will come back ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Hyatt Place 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$167 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$167
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 ...
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (529 reviews)
"This property was great for location. If you want to walk to the Hollywood Bowl to see the most amazing concert. This is your place. That being said for the money it was very bare bones, the beds were very uncomfortable and the road noise sounded like it was in the room with you. I'd like to give ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
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 ...
Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
Venice Suites

Venice Suites

3 out of 5
417 OceanFront Walk Venice CA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Venice Suites
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular El Segundo attractions

A beach with a road running alongside it.
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El Segundo Beach

8.6/10 (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$144
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
LA with Starline Bus

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

AU$74
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Universal Studios Hollywood - Universal Express Ticket

Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets

AU$317
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
Warner Bros. Studio & Celebrity Homes Tour Package

Warner Bros. Studio Tour & Celebrity Homes Tour Package

AU$148
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Warner Bros. Studio Tour & Celebrity Homes Tour Package
Madame Tussauds Hollywood Plus All New Marvel Universe 4D!

Madame Tussauds Hollywood

AU$42
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds Hollywood
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

AU$55
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
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Cities near El Segundo

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Los Angeles

A cityscape with a large observatory featuring domes, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

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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