Alamitos Beach, Long Beach, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Alamitos Beach, California
Neighborhood of Long Beach
Alamitos Beach
The Alamitos Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, California, looking southeast. Alamitos Avenue runs left to right across the center of the photo; Alamitos Beach is located above it, with the East Village below. 4th Street cuts from the top left corner to the bottom center; Alamitos Beach is to the right of it.
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Country	United States
State	California
County	Los Angeles
City	Long Beach

Alamitos Beach is a cool neighborhood right by the ocean in Long Beach, California. It's a part of the city now, but a long time ago, it was planned to be its own small town!

Where is Alamitos Beach?

Alamitos Beach is located in the southern part of Long Beach. It has a wide, sandy beach along the Pacific Ocean to the south.

• To the east, you'll find Junipero Avenue.
• To the west, it's bordered by Shoreline Drive and Alamitos Boulevard.
• 4th Street is its northern boundary.
• Ocean Boulevard is its southern edge.

Nearby neighborhoods include the East Village Arts District to the west and Bluff Park to the east.

What's the Weather Like?

Because Alamitos Beach is right next to the Pacific Ocean, the weather is usually nice all year. It rarely gets super hot and humid at the same time. This makes heat waves easier to handle.

• In summer, temperatures are usually around 80°F (27°C).
• During spring and fall, it's about 70°F (21°C).
• In winter, temperatures are often in the 60°F (16°C) range.

Most of the rain happens in the winter months. Sometimes, big storms can bring a lot of rain. However, Alamitos Beach gets less rain than places closer to the San Gabriel or San Bernardino mountains.

What Makes Alamitos Beach Special?

Bixby Park and the beach, at Alamitos Beach.

This neighborhood by the coast is mostly homes and apartments. You'll see large apartment buildings near the beach. As you move away from the ocean, there are smaller apartments and houses.

The public beach is super close to all the homes. Some buildings even have direct access to the sand! The beach also has the Long Beach bicycle path. This path starts at Shoreline Village and goes all the way to the Belmont Shore neighborhood.

Since 2009, bike lanes have been added to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Streets. This is part of Long Beach's plan to be more bike-friendly. Because of this, more bike shops have opened up in the area.

A view of the Alamitos Beach neighborhood in Long Beach, California.

Many buildings in Alamitos Beach were built in the 1920s. This gives the area a unique, old-fashioned feel. It's easy to walk to many shops and places you need. This mix of city life and a friendly, walkable neighborhood makes Alamitos Beach special. It stands out from other beach towns in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

The historic Ebell Club is also located here. It's a beautiful old building.

Fun Things to Do at Night

Alamitos Beach is known for its lively evening scene. The Broadway Corridor is a busy area with many popular restaurants and coffee shops. These places are welcoming to everyone and often stay open late. You can also find bars along the 4th Street Corridor. Shops and restaurants at Shoreline Village and the Pike are also just a short walk away.

Exciting Events

Ocean Boulevard is a popular spot for many big city events. Some of these include:

• The Toyota Grand Prix
• The Long Beach Marathon
• The Long Beach Pride Parade
• The Amgen Tour of California Bike Race

Famous Buildings

Alamitos Beach has some interesting old buildings. Many were designed by well-known architects. Some examples include:

• The Minnie E. Butler House
• The Ebell of Long Beach
• The Villa Riviera

Seen on Screen

Alamitos Beach has been featured in several movies and TV shows! You might have seen it in:

• Blow
• The O.C.
• Lethal Weapon
• Dexter
• Body Double

Gallery

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  St. Regis Condominiums, built in 1922

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  Villa Riviera

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  Ocean Blvd. and Orange Ave.

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  Alamitos Beach

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  Manor House Apartment Motel, around 1930 to 1945

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  The Beach Terrace Apartment Hotel, around 1930 to 1945