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$204 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$204
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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 ...
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$182 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$182
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (3,474 reviews)
"The first night, I only realized there was no shower curtain when I took a shower, but I was too tired, so I went to sleep right after. The next morning, I told the front desk staff to install a shower curtain for us, but when we returned to the room at 9:30 pm, the shower curtain was still not installed. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 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$249 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$249
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,924 reviews)
"Very clean rooms"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place LAX El Segundo
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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! (104 reviews)
"Great location. Easy to get to Venice and Santa Monica Beach. Recommended!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

The Sovereign
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 ...
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
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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$192
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Universal Studios Hollywood - Universal Express Ticket

Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets

AU$399
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$82
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Warner Bros. Studio & Celebrity Homes Tour Package

Warner Bros. Studio Tour & Celebrity Homes Tour Package

AU$147
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
Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass

Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass

AU$657
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Tickets with Priority Pass
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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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