Rainbow Harbor and Marina

Rainbow Harbor and Marina is a nice spot to spend some quality time. Interesting ships/​boats, nice people, some places in the shadow on a hot summer day and lots of restaurants, bars and shops around. Nice views guaranteed :)

It’s kinda romantic :)
Went on a few dates here before during the weeknights and found it incredibly chill and intimate. Because you’re so close to the water, the breeze can be a little chilly. But as it gets closer to the summer, the breeze probably won’t bite as bad ;)
There’s some nice, semi-​inexpensive spots to grab a bite to eat and a lovely boardwalk to walk off the calories and star gaze.
It’s safe enough to come solo as well, if you need to process whatever life is throwing at ya. Make sure you spoil yourself in one of the treat shops if that’s the case: p

My boyfriend brought me here after dinner last night. It was beautiful and we had a great walk. It was an excellent choice for a walk at the beach at night. Really enjoyed myself.

Came here to see the Red Bull Flutag. The views are awesome and the extend that people go to make costumes is awesome. Parking becomes a nightmare during huge events, it’s much better to park somewhere else and take taxi or bus. Also, with so may people at once, say good bye to any hopes of getting a data connection on your phone. Which means, enjoy the shoreline!

Last weekend was my first time at Long Beach and I was very impressed, especially with Rainbow Harbor area. It was crazy crowded due to the Redbull flugtag event but I appreciate the beauty of the area anyway. I took some stunning photos while the homemade flying devices were crashing in the water.
Feel free to take a look at them here!

This place can be the place to go for many occasions whether for lunch, dinner, to play some arcade and boardwalk type games, get some ice cream or funnel cake, or to rent some boats for a cool outing in the water. There are many restaurants here for your liking like yard house, tequila jacks, parker’s light house, pizza etc. It is a perfect place to enjoy any type of day at any time of day. At night the harbor lights up to a scene that is enticing to the eye with many beautiful colors. Check this location out.

I love this area… its a nice place to walk and enjoy an afternoon. Lots of stuff to look at… places to stop and eat if you so desire… great for the kids… clean and well kept. And if you keep an eye open, you will often see them filming TV shows or movies… this is the main outdoor setting for CSI Miami or Dexter…

are we really rating a location now?

There’s plenty of fun to be had down here. Lots of good walking, bicycling, the marina to look at, the Aquarium to go to, boat rides (I especially recommend the Port of Long Beach tour)… A short walk or a red shuttle will take you to the Pike or downtown LB proper. Watch out though for special events and peak holiday times — it can get massively mobbed, and becomes less fun.
I especially love riding through it on a bike, at night. It makes me feel lucky to be alive, and lucky to live in a place like the LBC.

Cool place to hang with the fam!

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Long Beach… Long Beach… Long Beach… I missed you after many years away. I used to come here a lot during the weekend and take the Blue Line. Now, it has been a couple years and this time, it was not for leisure. It was for business.
I arrived in Long Beach around 8:15. I parked at Shoreline Park/​Rainbow Harbor. I was supposed to park over at the Hyatt Regency, but I was going to take in the harbor air. Parking is $ 8. I saw a lot of kids this morning and was wondering what was going on. I forgot that the Aquarium of the Pacific was on site.
I walked towards the dock and it was like I remembered many years ago, probably even cleaner. Everything I saw was seemed it came right out of a dream. Queen Mary in the background, the lighthouse, and ships leaving the harbor. I thought I was in New England or Maine for a moment.
Unfortunately, I could not stay long. However, it was the best 45 minutes to hang around. I love when big buildings are just watching the harbor. Now, I am trying to imagine if I lived near the harbor in one of those luxury condos or apartments. It may happen. Long Beach, I missed you and I am glad to have returned after many years away.
The Unilocal Universe. Where are you traveling today?

I love this place on a warm summer afternoon. Nothing like getting your buzz on at the Yardhouse, then riding your bike back home on the beach bike path.

Great place to relax on a lazy weekend.
Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer
Those days of soda and pretzels and beer
Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer
Dust off the sun and moon and sing a song of cheer
Just fill your basket full of sandwiches and weenies
Then lock the house up, now you’re set
You’ll wish that summer could always be here

Pure awesomeness. Just incredibly amazing (:
Friend and I stopped by here and took long walks around after seeing a movie at the Pike. I definitely enjoyed the atmosphere and view of it all. This was my first time in Long Beach after almost 10 years, and things obviously changed a lot since the first time i went to LB. I didn’t remember seeing a huge harbor and whatnot by the Aquarium of the Pacific years ago, so it was a nice change of things to see. I had a vivid memory of the lighthouse, and it was just so nice to be back. Everything here was well-​kept… nice green fresh grass, clean walkways, etc. Very family-​friendly. Fun place to take kids too also and let them run around and have fun, like chasing pigeons which we saw some kids do. Haha.
And speaking of pigeons, there were a few weird people around… bums, mostly. We saw one guy who looked like he was worshiping pigeons or something; pretty amusing. Nothing harmful to the rest haha.
Even though all we did was walk around and take in the beautiful views, we saw many cool options anyone can take when making a stop here. There are whale watching cruises you can go on, along with renting a boat. I also saw a boat for a Murder Mystery dinner and that sure sounds like fun if you’re into having a very interesting and active time out on a boat.
Can’t forget the countless dining options along the harbor. We assumed the foods and whatnot were quite pricey but the places looked great and active, nonetheless.
Wish we had gone to the Aquarium but it was getting a little late for that, so hopefully next time, along with another nice walk down Rainbow Harbor.

Rainbow Harbor is a great place for families. you can take a whale-​watching cruise, dinner cruise, rent a boat, or even dock your own boat for up to three hours. Nearby is the Pike and Shoreline Village which offer many dining options, as well as a carousel and a ferris wheel.

Happy New Years!!! Yup, just spent New Years Eve count down there for the Red Bull Sponsored event! Awesome! My review is for my event experience at this location, great venue (place picked for event).
Stunt Man, Lots going on, fireworks and a bunch of bars and restaurants still open for everyone to enjoy.
Crowded? YeS! Don’t bring your kids here, its not a good environment for them — drinking & lots of people.
Parking Crazy? YeS! Park near Walmart and take a free tram to the pier.
Plenty of porta potties? Yes. If you can’t find one, you’ll definitely find something open. every restaurant/​bar is open.
Drinks? Plenty of bars open, but many have cover charge.
Event started at 6am till whenever you leave ;)
Worth going? YeS! Its FREEEE! Rows of restaurants (even 7 – 11) with live band area, leads to huge open area with xmas tree/​decorations up and a huge tv & stereo system… that leads toward the pier where everyone waits and pushes to watch the stunt.
*Tip: If you’re going to just watch stunt next time, try to walk across the bridge that leads to the cage area for best view. Its closed below so no one else can come from below you. But if you’re there for whole experience & want front rows, better get there early & prepare to get pushed around.
Red Bull: New Year. No Limits (Event posted by Hazel Q.)
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