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Seal Beach Recreation and Relaxation

Seal Beach is in a prime location.  Just to the south of Seal Beach is Huntington Beach (Surf City) and Newport Beach.  Just to the north of Seal Beach you’ll find Long Beach.   There’s nothing like a California beach vacation and there’s nothing like spending it in one of our luxurious Seal Beach vacation homes.  In Seal Beach you’ll enjoy your days on the beach and your nights at the local restaurants, bars and dance clubs.  Seal Beach is one of the best beach vacation spots in the world.  The water is clean and the weather is beautiful.  There’s something to do for everyone.  If you like fine dining there are 4 and 5 star restaurants within driving distance.  If you like to dance the night away there are plenty of live music clubs and bars.  If you like to fish you can take a boat out into the Pacific Ocean and go deep sea fishing or simply grab your pole and fish of the Seal Beach Pier, it’s the second longest pier in California.  Your California vacation wouldn’t be complete without surfing.  Every year Huntington Beach holds the OP professional surfing competition.

Things to do on your California Beach Vacation

  The Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce sponsors many events throughout the year.  Some of the events are; Classic Car show in April, a Summer Concert series in July and August, the Fall Kite Festival in September and the Christmas Parade in December. 

On Electric Avenue where the railroad tracks used to run, there is the Red Car Museum [1] which features a restored Pacific Electric Railway Red Car. The Red Car trolley tracks once passed through Seal Beach going south to the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach. Going north into Long Beach you could then take the Red Cars through much of Los Angeles County.

Seal Beach is also home to the Bay Theatre, a popular venue for independent film and revival screenings.

More things to do near Seal Beach

Disneyland Theme Park - Disneyland is a few miles away from Seal Beach in the city of Anaheim. Disneyland is a perfect getaway for the day and it's fun for the whole family. Our Seal Beach rental homes are just driving distance from the Disneyland Theme Park.

Knott's Berry Farm Theme Park - Knott's Berry Farm is a theme park with roller coasters and fair style food. It's home to Snoopy and the Peanut's gang. Knott's Berry Farm is driving distance from Seal Beach in the city of Buena Park.

Walt's Wharf Restaurant - Rated one of the best restaurants in Seal Beach by locals and visitors. If you are looking for a great seafood restaurant in Seal Beach, this restaurant will not disappoint you. Our Seal Beach rental homes are close enough to walk to Walt's Warf Restaurant.

Mahe Sushi and Steak Restaurant - If you like sushi and steak this is your place. Mahe is located on the Pacific Coast Highway and is rated one of the best sushi and steak restaurants in Seal Beach. It has a lively atmosphere and a great menu.

Beachwood BBQ Seal Beach Restaurant - This is a family style, southern barbecue restaurant. Located right in the heart of Seal Beach it's one of Southern California's gems. If you like barbecue you'll love this restaurant. If you're California vacation is a family vacation this is a great place to dine at.

The Aquarium of the Pacific - Take a journey of discovery through the world's largest ocean at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California. Our Seal Beach vacation rentals are driving distance away from the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Balboa & Newport Beach Whale Watching - Newport Landing - Year round whale watching cruises offered multiple times each day. View giant blue whales, gray whales, dolphin, sea lions, and much more.  95% success rate on whale & dolphin sightings.

Bay Boat Rentals - Rent and captain an electric boat for a relaxing cruise through the canals of Naples and Alamitos Bay.

Catalina Express - Daily boat departures to Catalina Island from San Pedro and Long Beach. Our seal beach vacation rental homes are very close to boat departures.

Grace Community Church at Seal Beach - Don Shoemaker, Senior Pastor, welcomes you to attend Sunday services at 8am, 9:30am and 11am.

Laugh Factory - The Laugh Factory is one of Long Beach's premier attractions, providing hilarious stand-up comedy Wednesday through Sunday. Serves drinks and dinner.

Leisure World Seal Beach Golf Course - Leisure World Seal Beach Course - 9 holes over 829 yards with a par of 27.

Old Ranch Country Club Golf Course - 18 holes over 6,835 yards with a par of 72.

California Beaches to Visit

CAPISTRANO BEACH PARK: is wide and sandy -- and great for swimming. Because it's less well known than others in the area, it tends not to be as crowded. Perfect for a romantic date or a day out with the family. This beach is a hidden gem and one of the best California beaches to visit.

CORONA DEL MAR: This wide, deep beach offers a lot of room, which attracts large crowds. A jetty keeps the waves mild to moderate (boogie boards can be rented). Volleyball nets, fire pits and a grassy picnic area make for a great all-day beach.

DANA POINT: Dana Point Harbor houses 2,500 yachts within its two marinas, inside a one-and-a-half mile jetty. Complete harbor facilities include guest slips, a fuel dock, shipyard, launch ramp, boat rentals, yacht sales, community class instruction for all ages, fishing, windsurfing, jetskiing, kataking, boat charters, two yacht clubs, sailing association, ocean classroom labs, shops, restaurants, picnicking and a baby beach for young swimmers.

HUNTINGTON BEACH: With a nick-name like "Surf City" you already know what's in store. Lot's of surfing. You'll find Huntington Beach as one of the greatest California beaches to visit because of everything it has to offer. Shops, 5 star restaurants, discos, bike tours, surfing, local street parades, farmers market, etc. You do not want to miss visiting Huntington Beach on your California vacation.

LAGUNA BEACH: Parking difficulties aside, this may be OC's premier beach, if the blend of locals and tourists from around the world is any indication. It's quaint and picturesque, yet has plenty of attractions: basketball courts, volleyball courts, a nearby concentration of shopping downtown, and decent waves.

MANHATTAN BEACH: home of Los Angeles athletes such as Shaquille O'Neil, Mike Piazza, Eric Karros and Mike Dodd (volleyball). The beach scene resembles an episode of Baywatch. It's mostly a mid-20's age crowd at the bars and night clubs.

Manhattan Strand ~ Next to Hermosa Beach
A hot spot for surfing, body surfing, or boogie boarding. This long sandy beach is where rock'n'roll's famous Beach Boys found the inspiration for their surf music.

NEWPORT BEACH: The waves break closer to the shore. The waves can get big and powerful. There is no surfing aloud at this harbor so it is a haven for expert bodysurfing. Newport Beach is one of the best California beaches to visit because it is wellknown for Trendsetters, check out the fashion the stores here. You can also take boat tours and bike tours. During winter, there are whale-watching tours and for children, there's an old-fashioned Fun Zone with rides. Don't forget to step out to see Historic Balboa Pavilion, a nearby state park, and visit Fashion Island for shopping.

SANTA MONICA: Santa Monica State Beach is one of the widest and most popular California beaches to visit with everything from an amusement park on the pier to volleyball.

SEAL BEACH: boasts the second longest wooden pier in California. "Stingray Bay" is a great place to visit and watch local marine life up close. This is a very clean and family friendly beach and one of the best California beaches to visit.

SUNSET BEACH: is one of the widest beaches in southern California. This makes it a great place to watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean's horizon. This is a great family beach with plenty of sand and grass for picnics and relaxation. Sunset beach is a local favorite and a very relaxed California beach to visit.

VENICE BEACH: one of the most popular of the California beaches to visit. You'll be entertained by just walking up and down the beachfront walk. Beach front or "street" performers and flea market type bargain shops rule this artsy community. Home of the famous outdoor Venice Beach Gym.

If you have any questions about what California beaches to visit feel free to contact us at info@onthewaterrentals.com. 

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