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Venice canals

The origins of Venice California. A beautiful a relaxing hidden gem by the beach.

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The Venice Canal Historic District is a district in the Venice section of Los Angeles, California. The district is noteworthy for its man-made canals built in 1905 by developer Abbot Kinney as part of his Venice of America plan. Kinney sought to recreate the appearance and feel of Venice, Italy, in Southern California.

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There is never a dull moment. From the boardwalk to Muscle Beach, there's excitement at every turn.

Just minutes from Venice Beach, Abbot Kinney Boulevard is a mile long strip of the latest fashion, art and food.

Alleged to be the home of the American fitness boom, the movement began in the 1930s. Since then Muscle Beach has become a 'must-see' on an LA trip.

Menotti's Coffee Stop

Capturing what travellers consider quintessential vibes of old and new Venice, it's a must-stop for anyone needing a buzzy pick-me-up.

Venice Beach Boardwalk

The promenade is at the heart of the beach for all travellers - with restaurants, hundreds of shops - both pop-up and permanent, and locals who encapsulate the clashing nature of Venice Beach.

An ice cream company that's so much more than scooping delicious flavors - it's part of the movement of stakeholder driven, sustainable businesses and fits in at home in Venice.

Related Tours

Visit Venice Beach Neighbourhood: Private 2-hour Walking Tour

Enjoy a private tour of the vibrant Venice beach, an exciting beachside neighbourhood where you can see great performers and street art, and people watch and soak up the energy in the air.

On your private walking tour of Venice Beach, you will:

Meet your guide at Menotti’s Coffee Stop, a classic coffee shop with an old-school vibe;
Immerse yourself in the laid-back beach culture of Venice, as you walk the quiet streets along the Venice Canals;
Visit the famous Muscle Beach, with its exhibitionists, souvenir stands and buskers;
Experience the bustle of the Venice Beach Boardwalk, with its eclectic mix of surf shops, galleries and eateries;
Snap a photo under the Venice sign and at the Venice Pride Flag Lifeguard Tower;
Marvel at agile skaters with a visit to the Venice Skate Park;
Gain insight into LA’s gentrification, and the neighbourhood revival of Venice Beach;
Explore Venice’s bustling main street, Abbot Kinney, dubbed “The Coolest Block in America.”
Finish the tour at Salt & Straw, a fabulous ice cream shop known for its unique gourmet flavours.

Los Angeles is a sprawling metropolis – each neighbourhood has its own unique culture, with residents coming from the four corners of the globe, making it a truly world-class destination. Venice has a healthy mix of old and new; the quintessential feel of both classic LA and ultra-modern sensibilities. Get an insider’s look into one of America’s iconic beach neighbourhoods.

Your private tour will capture the melting pot that is Venice and discover that the history of this place is as fascinating as the people-watching. There is an ‘ethical business’ feel that resides here in Venice, where even the upscale has maintained the laid-back Californian vibe.

Your tour finishes at Salt & Straw, where your guide will leave you to enjoy the best ice cream on the West Coast.