Things to Do in Venice, Los Angeles

The beach is just a few blocks away, with the Venice Boardwalk featuring street performers, shops, and Muscle Beach. Abbot Kinney Boulevard is nearby, lined with restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries.

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Top things to do in Venice

Venice Beach Boardwalk and Canals
★ 4.4 · 2.7k
Beach★
Developer Abbot Kinney opened Venice of America in 1905, and the remaining canals still show the original resort-city idea. The boardwalk, Muscle Beach, skate park, and Abbot Kinney Boulevard sit south of Santa Monica.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Kiss Kiss Tattoo
★ 5.0 · 172
Specialty Store
A tattoo shop known for its artists who create custom designs, cover-ups, and fine line tattoos, with an owner who provides after-care materials.
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Small World Books
★ 4.7 · 259
Bookstore
Buzzy independent bookshop for novels, poetry volumes & magazines plus frequent events.
Every day
10 AM – 8 PM
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Arbor Venice
★ 4.7 · 132
Outdoor Store
Eco-minded designer of snowboards & skateboards also selling accessories & clothes for men & women.
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
11 AM – 7 PM
Sat
9 AM – 7 PM
Sun
9 AM – 7 PM
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Louvre
★ 4.7 · 109
Art Gallery
Striking, modern gallery with exhibitions from international & local contemporary artists.
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Where to eat & drink in Venice

Gjusta
★ 4.3 · 3.5k
Bakery· $20–30
Artisanal bakery in a sprawling, warehouselike space offers up special breads baked on-site.
Every day
7 AM – 4 PM
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Seline
Michelin ★
Californian· $$$$
You might not expect to be served ice cream in the middle of savory courses, but at Chef Dave Beran's Seline, surprises are the hallmark of a deeply personal meal.
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Gjelina
★ 4.2 · 2.0k
American· $50–100
In more than a decade, this buzzy restaurant has spawned a to-go counter, highly popular bakery and cookbook.
Every day
9 AM – 10:30 PM
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Hinano Cafe
★ 4.6 · 1.7k
Bar & Grill· $20–30
Funky breakfast, burger & sandwich shack at the beach since 1969 with beer, games & live music.
Every day
8 AM – 2 AM
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The Butcher’s Daughter
★ 4.4 · 2.9k
Vegetarian· $20–30
Bright all-day outpost offering vegetarian & vegan fare, plus juices in a relaxed space.
Mon–Thu
8 AM – 9 PM
Fri
8 AM – 10 PM
Sat
8 AM – 10 PM
Sun
8 AM – 9 PM
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Felix Trattoria
★ 4.5 · 1.5k
Italian· $100+
Evan Funke’s take on traditional Italian cuisine, with pasta made on sight, right before your eyes.
Mon–Thu
5 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri
5 PM – 10 PM
Sat
5 PM – 10 PM
Sun
5 PM – 9 PM
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Townhouse & Del Monte Speakeasy
★ 4.4 · 138
Live Music· $20–30
Classic cocktails & live entertainment in a dark, circa-1915 spot with flocked wallpaper & long bar.
Mon–Fri
5 PM – 2 AM
Sat
6 PM – 2 AM
Sun
12 PM – 2 AM
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Superba Food & Bread
★ 4.4 · 1.7k
Californian· $20–30
Industrial-chic cafe & bakery with Californian fare, including breakfast, plus bread & baked goods.
Mon–Thu
8 AM – 9 PM
Fri
8 AM – 10 PM
Sat
8 AM – 10 PM
Sun
8 AM – 9 PM
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