Marina del Rey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront with modern buildings, a wooden dock, and a calm river.
A marina with various sailboats docked, a large yacht, and a clear blue sky.
A white boat named ZUMBROTA docked at a marina with other boats and a clear sky.
A well-maintained garden with various flowering plants and trimmed trees.
A coastal walkway with colorful buildings, a palm tree, and a canal.

As the largest small-boat harbour in the US, Marina del Rey is boating heaven. This is a harbour fit for a queen.

Many people visiting Marina del Rey come for sailing, a harbour cruise, kayaking or even parasailing. That’s all recommended, but there’s a lot more to do if you leave the hamlet. Burton W. Chace Park is perfect for landlubbers, with nice marina views and free concerts in the warmer months. Waterside restaurants and shops keep the whole family happy and famous Venice Beach is just around the corner.

Our guide on where to stay in Marina del Rey

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A lifeguard tower on a beach at sunset.

Marina Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Marina Peninsula, Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are top sights worth seeing.

Silver Strand

Though Silver Strand may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Venice Beach and Marina Beach.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by urban buildings and a large body of water.

Oxford Triangle

When in Oxford Triangle, you can plan a visit to Venice Beach and Marina Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is AU$399 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$399
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is AU$192 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$192
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is AU$243 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$243
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,799 reviews)
"Room was clean"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
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Cozy Romantic Sailboat Experience, Safe Marina + Walk to Bars, Dining and more!

Cozy Romantic Sailboat Experience, Safe Marina + Walk to Bars, Dining and more!

Marina del Rey CA
Stay at this houseboat in Marina del Rey. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (83 reviews)
"Amazing location. Amazing experience. Very small, expect to bump your head."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Cozy Romantic Sailboat Experience, Safe Marina + Walk to Bars, Dining and more!
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! (515 reviews)
"Little bit confused about the way to get in the hotel. If you be there at night time with driving the car you won’t know how to get to the parking unit you call them."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,486 reviews)
"This place was cozy and very convenient. It is in walking distance of everything in Venice Beach! We will definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Venice Suites
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Stay near popular Marina del Rey attractions

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by buildings and a beach.

Marina Beach

9.0/10 (495 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Marina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marina del Rey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Activities

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 Tickets

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

AU$144
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
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
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
Madame Tussauds Hollywood Plus All New Marvel Universe 4D!

Madame Tussauds Hollywood

AU$42
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds Hollywood
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Cities near Marina del Rey

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Los Angeles

A beach at sunset with a pier and amusement park in the background.

Culver City

A beach with palm trees, a pier with sailboats, and a parking lot.

Venice

An aerial view of a beach with people, umbrellas, and waves.

Playa Vista

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