Beach City Food Tours: A Culinary Journey Through Long Beach
Discover Long Beach one bite at a time with guided food tours through the city's hidden culinary gems and local favorites.
Beach City Food Tours offers guided culinary walking tours in Long Beach, California, showcasing the city's diverse food scene. Sample local favorites and hidden gems while learning about the area's culinary history and culture.
A brief summary to Beach City Food Tours
- Monday 9 am-9 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-9 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-9 pm
- Thursday 9 am-9 pm
- Friday 9 am-9 pm
- Saturday 9 am-9 pm
- Sunday 9 am-9 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the tours involve walking between tasting locations.
- Inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.
- Consider booking in advance, especially during peak season, as tours can sell out.
- Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as tours are primarily outdoors.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are in the downtown Long Beach area, walking to the tour's starting point is a great option. Use Pine Avenue as a central reference. Many tours start near George's Greek Cafe on Pine Avenue. Check your specific tour details for the exact meeting location. From the Long Beach Convention Center, head south on Pine Ave for about 7 blocks until you reach 4th St. The total distance is approximately 1 mile and should take around 20-25 minutes.
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Public Transport
Long Beach has a good public transportation system. The Metro A Line (formerly Blue Line) connects Long Beach to downtown Los Angeles. Several Long Beach Transit bus routes serve the downtown area. Use the Transit Gallery as your connection point. Bus fare is $1.25. Check Long Beach Transit's website for the most up-to-date routes and schedules.
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Ride Share
Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Long Beach. A ride from the Long Beach Airport (LGB) to downtown Long Beach will typically cost between $20-$30, depending on traffic and demand. Be sure to confirm your pick-up location and fare before starting your trip.
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Parking
If driving, several parking garages and lots are available in downtown Long Beach. Options include the Pike Parking Garage, City Place parking , and various metered street parking spaces. Parking rates vary, but you can expect to pay around $2-$3 per hour or $12-$20 for all-day parking. The City of Long Beach also offers free two-hour parking in Downtown at City Place locations, Lot A, B, and C. Be sure to check posted signs for parking restrictions and rates.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
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International Tower
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Long Beach Venus statue
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Skinniest House In America
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Long Beach Greenbelt
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Grand Prix Association of Long Beach
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Bixby Park
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East Village
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Essential places to dine
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The Crooked Duck
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Heritage
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Padre
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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House of Hayden
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