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THINGS
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Seal Beach Day Trip |
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By Matthew Martz. |
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Home to the
second longest wooden pier in the United States, Seal Beach
is the perfect blend of rustic old surf town and a modern
upscale cultural community.
Of course the main attraction that lures visitors to this quaint seaside town is the beach with its soft sand, sunshine and temperate waters that provide the perfect aquatic playground for swimming, surfing and fishing, all while taking in a panoramic view of the majestic Pacific Ocean. Families can also enjoy the park right along beach, giving you plenty of space to throw Frisbees, soar a kite on the cool offshore breezes, or build sand castles. For animal lovers, Arbor Park is a dog park on the beach, so your furry family members can play in the sand and sun too. The centerpiece of Seal Beach is the pier, and it provides the ideal place to relax and watch the surfers or the sunbathers below, or look out across to the sky line of Long Beach and on a clear day, even Catalina Island 26 miles off the coast. You'll be greeted at the entrance of the pier by Slick the Seal statue. He’s usually surrounded down by children sitting on him or petting him, but he’s pretty cute so it’s easy to see why. At the end of the pier is Ruby’s Diner, which is not unique to Seal Beach, but it adds to the experience. Here you can have a burger or sip a malt served by a waitress in classic red and white uniform, taking you back to a era when life seemed simpler. |
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However, a trip
to Seal Beach would not be complete without a visit to the
Red Car Museum aboard Car No. 1734, a restored Pacific Electric
Railway car on the corner of Main and Electric in downtown
that now serves as the museum headquarters.
The interior of this car houses historical artifacts and is open to the public. Admission is free and you can visit this little museum every second and fourth Saturday of the month between noon and 3pm. It is a rare and unique glimpse into the mass transit system that once served southern California using streetcars, and light rail. Another interesting museum located near the Red
Car Museum and just a short walk from Main Street, is
the History of Tea Museum in Best of Times Tea Cottage and
Hospitality Shop. Here guests can enjoy another small museum
featuring displays on the Japanese tea garden, the 5,000
year history of tea and tea leaf reading. After taking in a little Seal Beach history, your next stop is Main Street. Main street has something uniquely special to that city,
and that is how Seal Beach’s Main Street feels. It
too is the quintessential place for strolling, shopping,
and dining and offers plenty of things to do during the
day as it does during the night. Opened in 1947, the theater plays new movies, but also screens classic movies as well. Watching a movie at the Bay is truly an experience and a step back in time. |
Of course the perfect ending to a day at the beach is an evening of fun, and after taking in one of Seal Beach's breathtaking sunsets, it's time for some nightlife. One spot that is always jumping with action is The Abbey that become popular after baseball player Mark McGwire sported a ball cap he wore with restaurant's logo. The Abbey features 12 draft beers and wood baked pizza and is open every day 11 a.m. - to 12.30 a.m. Another favorite amongst locals and tourists
is Walt's Wharf located right on Main Street. It's not uncommon
to see a line out the door, and there's usually a wait for
a table at this restaurant, which serves a selection of
seafood, fish, pizza and other items. Be sure to get there
early, especially on summer weekends.. It's likely you'll find that one day just isn't enough
to take in all that Seal Beach has to offer, and accommodations,
like the Pacific Inn, is an affordable choice located right
near the beach. With the abundance of sand, sun, sea, and tea, a vacation in Seal Beach promises to provide some great memories. |
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