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$200 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$200
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (4,700 reviews)
"Very poor quality, especially for a Hilton. I was extremely disappointed."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 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$186 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$186
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 ...
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$240 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$240
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
Hyatt Place LAX El Segundo
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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! (471 reviews)
"The location is excellent! Walking distance to Hollywood Blvd., and other attractions nearby. Clean apartment-studio like stay with all your basics. Parking was the little hiccup, because someone else was parked in our designated spot and we spent half an hour trying to figure out where to park; ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"Nice and clean."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
The Sovereign

The Sovereign

2 out of 5
205 Washington Ave Santa Monica CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
"Jill very welcoming"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

The Sovereign
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Stay near popular El Segundo attractions

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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$153
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Universal Studios Hollywood - Universal Express Ticket

Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets

AU$307
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$72
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

AU$53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass

Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass

AU$544
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass
Warner Bros. Studio & Celebrity Homes Tour Package

Warner Bros. Studio Tour & Celebrity Homes Tour Package

AU$144
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Warner Bros. Studio Tour & Celebrity Homes Tour Package
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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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