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Marine Wildlife Adventure Whale & Dolphin Watching from Long Beach
Outdoor & sports activities • From Long Beach

Marine Wildlife Adventure Whale & Dolphin Watching from Long Beach

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English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.5 (2) • 200+ booked
€ 39.25
Aquarium of the Pacific Ticket in California
Zoos & aquariums • Long Beach

Aquarium of the Pacific Ticket in California

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Free cancellation
Skip the line
Instant confirmation
★ 4.4 (91) • 10K+ booked
€ 43.49
€ 44.69
The Queen Mary: Entry Ticket
Cruises • From Long Beach

The Queen Mary: Entry Ticket

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English guided
7+ hrs
Instant confirmation
From € 39.20
Coastal California Helicopter Experience
Tours • From Long Beach

Coastal California Helicopter Experience

English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
€ 304.45
Long Beach Narrated Harbor Tour
Cruises • From Long Beach

Long Beach Narrated Harbor Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
100+ booked
€ 13.09

Hotels in Long Beach

Residence Inn By Marriott Long Beach
Hotels • Long Beach

Residence Inn By Marriott Long Beach

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★ 4.4 (1,013)
From € 170.94
Hotel Royal
Hotels • Long Beach

Hotel Royal

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★ 4.2 (1,051)
From € 67.40
Best Western Plus Hotel At The Convention Center
Hotels • Long Beach

Best Western Plus Hotel At The Convention Center

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★ 4.5 (1,006)
From € 161.08
The Queen Mary
Hotels • Long Beach

The Queen Mary

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★ 4.5 (4,792)
From € 116.52
Fairmont Breakers Long Beach
Hotels • Long Beach

Fairmont Breakers Long Beach

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★ 4.8 (669)
From € 223.27
Vagabond Inn Long Beach
Hotels • Long Beach

Vagabond Inn Long Beach

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★ 3.2 (1,007)
From € 80.88
Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown
Hotels • Long Beach

Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown

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★ 4.4 (1,000)
From € 160.67
Hotel Mai Downtown Long Beach
Hotels • Long Beach

Hotel Mai Downtown Long Beach

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★ 4.5 (1,056)
From € 128.74
Uptown Inn
Hotels • Long Beach

Uptown Inn

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★ 2.8 (407)
From € 67.39
Eagle Inn Motel
Hotels • Long Beach

Eagle Inn Motel

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★ 3.7 (409)
From € 89.21
Homewood Suites by Hilton Long Beach Airport
Hotels • Long Beach

Homewood Suites by Hilton Long Beach Airport

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★ 4.6 (1,002)
From € 182.72
Motel 6 Long Beach, CA - International City
Hotels • Long Beach

Motel 6 Long Beach, CA - International City

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★ 3.7 (1,000)
From € 97.77

Long Beach at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Long Beach?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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+100%
Typical
-100%
-52%
Jan
-14%
Feb
+22%
Mar
-54%
Apr
+83%
May
Busiest +113%
Jun
+12%
Jul
-33%
Aug
-73% Quietest
Sep
-54%
Oct
+34%
Nov
-25%
Dec

Demand peaks in June (about 113% above a typical month) while September is much quieter (roughly 73% below). Travellers from the United States should book early for June; September offers easier availability and fewer crowds. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Long Beach cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$45
$40
$35
Avg $38 Cheapest $36 Priciest $41
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are cheapest in March (around USD 36), roughly 12% below the priciest month in June; prices average about USD 38 across the year. March’s lower prices also line up with the quieter September demand window. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

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1 daysTypical
2 daysEarly

Most travellers from the United States book about 1 day ahead on average, with early bookers at around 2 days; this short lead time means you can be flexible, but during the June peak consider booking earlier. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Long Beach

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 1.15USD

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Long Beach

Long Beach at a glance

Long Beach is a relaxed coastal city where most bookings cluster around family-friendly and outdoor experiences — zoos & aquariums, outdoor & sports activities, plus cruises and city tours. Demand builds toward early summer and then eases through the autumn, so the rhythm of the year mixes a clear summer peak with quieter months later in the year.

When to visit and what to expect on prices

Klook booking data show demand peaks in June and drops to a low in September. Prices drift modestly through the year: March through May tend to be the least expensive months on Klook, while June is typically the priciest. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for March–May or September when demand is much lighter; for full summer atmosphere and the widest choice of outdoor activities, June is the peak month. Overall, prices and demand mostly move together here — the busiest month is also the most expensive on average.

Tips for travellers from the United States

Most visitors from the United States book fairly close to travel: Klook data show people commonly book about a day ahead, with early planners booking around two days in advance. That makes Long Beach a good fit for a spontaneous getaway, but if you're travelling in June (the peak month) consider locking in popular experiences a little earlier. Use Klook to compare options and secure specific dates for must-do activities without overplanning.

FAQs about Long Beach

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