9 Hidden Gems Things to do in Laguna Beach That You Shouldn't Miss

October 24, 2021 Christa Meece

About an hour south of Los Angeles, Laguna Beach has a spectacular clifftop setting above some of the finest beaches in California. Outdoor enthusiasts can snorkel, scuba dive, body-surf, or hike the trails in nearby Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. A center for artists, there are a number of special events and festivals,such as the Sawdust Art Festival, Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters, Art-A-Fair and Plein Air Painting Invitational. The Laguna Art Museum focuses on California artists. Window shoppers and collectors will enjoy strolling the village’s quaint streets, as well as visiting galleries spotted along Pacific Coast Highway.
Restaurants in Laguna Beach

1. Hoffy Tours

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Hoffy Tours

Hoffy Tours provides tours of all kinds in the Southland - architecture, history, nature, beer-tasting, and cultural events. As a former teacher, I want my clients to have fun and learn.

2. Laguna Beach Free Walking Tour

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Laguna Beach Free Walking Tour

If you’re looking to find out about the history of Laguna Beach or just want a leisurely walk through this art colony, then ours is the tour for you. The 1.5 mile, two hour stroll through the heart of Laguna Beach will take you back in time and bring you up to date on this beautiful coastal community. Our tour begins in front of the Pageant of the Masters / Festival of the Arts.

3. La Vida Laguna

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La Vida Laguna

La Vida Laguna offers the best in kayaking, electric biking, surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding in Laguna Beach. We do private and group tours, lessons and semi-private lessons at the best value in town. Laguna Beach has the tastiest mix of everything coastal California has to offer: Rugged and dramatic coastline, thousands of acres of wilderness, world-class surf, protected coves and beaches, abundant wildlife and unsurpassed beauty. Kayak through kelp beds alongside dolphins and sea lions, surf an easy beach break, paddle board the calm, protected coves or bike the hidden back roads, and you are guaranteed a mood elevation.

4. Buy Hand

357 S Coast Hwy Unit B, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2111 +1 949-715-0515 [email protected] http://www.LagunaBuyHand.com
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Buy Hand

Affordable handmade one-of-a-kind gifts and souvenirs featuring many Laguna Beach artists and global fair trade artists. Celebrate the humanity of handmade! Find fantastic handmade: jewelry, art, clothing, toys, home goods, greeting cards and pet items with a little flavor of Laguna and abroad.

5. Goff Tours

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Goff Tours

Goff Tours is a Laguna Beach Tour company that provides, Surfing Lessons- Stand Up Paddle (SUP) board lessons, surf board rentals and wet suits, beginner to advanced Stand Up Paddle board Surf lessons and tours of the beautiful California coastline. I provide a quality service to customers who want to Surf, SUP, Stand Up Surf or just simply paddle board. No phony baloney here- 100% real born and raised CALIFORNIA SURFER offering great lessons and tours with premium equipment. Being a certified waterman makes the difference when venturing out into the ocean. Other companies will be happy to take your money for the above experiences but will you surf? Will you SUP? If you want results surf with the instructor that has the knowledge of the ocean. Read my reviews view my pictures they are there so you can see results. Call and book your lessons or tours today. I do sell out so please do not wait to book I want to see your smiling face when you ride your first wave.

6. California Surf Experience

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California Surf Experience

We offer the ultimate California surf trip. Customized surf tours, advanced coaching, private surf guiding, and classic California adventures. We aren’t your ordinary surf camp. We are a personalized surf experience hand picked by you. Meaning we focus on you and your group only. Surfing is our biggest passion - so we go above and beyond to see you as happy as we are after riding waves all day.

7. Crystal Cove State Park

8471 Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949-494-3539 [email protected] http://www.crystalcovestatepark.com/
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Crystal Cove State Park

Reviewed By 691ac - Los Angeles, United States

This is such a special place to visit! Starting with the short bus ride from the parking lot to the beach, this park is worth at least half a day to visit. You can walk around the cottages, and spend time on the beach. There are various hiking trails on the grounds and the Beachcomber restaurant of course. It is a lovely and serene place to visit.

8. Pacific Marine Mammal Center

20612 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1137 +1 949-494-3050 [email protected] http://www.pacificmmc.org
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Pacific Marine Mammal Center

The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues, rehabilitates and releases marine mammals and inspires ocean stewardship through research, education and collaboration. We are open to the public for visitors every day from 10am - 4pm. We are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. There is no charge for visiting us, but donations are appreciated! ***PMMC visitor yard will be closed at 1 pm Sunday October 21 to Saturday, October 27 due to pool resurfacing. During this time we will still be responding to rescues. Sorry for any inconvenience.***

Reviewed By pinkspottedzebras

Super interesting visit, we enjoyed learning the stories behind the current rescues. I've followed on social media for quite some time and it was nice to see it all in person. Their gift shop is great and all proceeds help the cause. Highly recommend!

9. 1,000 Steps Beach

31972 Pacific Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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1,000 Steps Beach

Reviewed By Thesorotas05

We checked the tides and have a lovely time climbing through the cave as the tide went out and discovering the secret pools. We went in the morning. Looks like when lifeguards are on duty that the cave is closed. We were asked to leave by the lifeguard around 10am.

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