About the Port
Long Beach sits along San Pedro Bay, its harbor one of the busiest container ports in the country and a historic gateway to the greater Los Angeles region. The waterfront downtown mixes convention facilities, aquarium exhibits, and marina views, while the retired ocean liner Queen Mary remains permanently docked nearby as a landmark hotel and museum. Palm-lined promenades and a compact urban core make the area easy to explore on foot from the pier.
Beyond the harbor, Long Beach serves as a practical launch point for excursions into Los Angeles proper, including Hollywood, downtown arts districts, and the broader Southern California coastline. Travelers can also reach nearby beach communities and cultural museums within a short drive. The city's mild climate and coastal setting make it a comfortable base for combining maritime history with access to one of the country's most iconic metropolitan areas.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Long Beach .
Tour the Queen Mary
Explore the permanently docked Art Deco liner's engine rooms, staterooms, and history exhibits; allow at least an hour, and book a guided tour ahead for deeper access below decks.
Visit the Aquarium of the Pacific
Walk through Pacific Rim habitats and shark lagoons at one of the region's top aquariums, an easy walk from the pier along the waterfront promenade.
Day Trip to Hollywood or Downtown LA
Use Long Beach as a launch point for a half-day excursion into central Los Angeles; expect roughly 45 minutes to an hour each way by car, so plan timing around your return to port.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Long Beach
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 5, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 145 | $87,269 | |
| Jan 5, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 126 | $90,099 | |
| Mar 9, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 63 | $40,884 | |
| Mar 9, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 82 | $46,834 | |
| Apr 15, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 26 | $11,049 | |
| Apr 15, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 45 | $18,699 | |
| May 3, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 27 | $9,009 | |
| May 11, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 19 | $8,171 | |
| May 11, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 31 | $11,474 |