The Best Things To Do In Beautiful Hermosa Beach, Plus Where To Eat And Stay – TravelAwaits

Explore Pier Avenue

Stretching from Pacific Coast Highway to the Strand, Pier Avenue is the central artery of Hermosa Beach. Along this winding road youll find restaurants, cafes, bars, and boutique shops. Grab a parking space somewhere in the middle, and explore this eclectic street on foot.

Stars Antique Market, located in a historic building from 1917, is an iconic site along Pier Ave. Pop in to enjoy a range of vintage and antique goods from over 65 vendors. Our visit coincided with the holidays, and I enjoyed a large display of vintage ornaments and decorations at the front of the shop.

Java Man Coffee House opened shortly after Jason and I moved to Hermosa Beach, and it soon became my go-to spot for coffee and a muffin after my morning walk along the Strand. I was delighted to see that its still open and doing well. In addition to indoor seating, they also offer a large outdoor patio -- a great spot to watch life unfold along this bustling street.

You cant miss curious with its aqua blue exterior and festively decorated windows. But the inside is even better. I spent almost 30 minutes browsing their fun collection of gifts, books, puzzles, and cards. Clearly, the owners Andrew and Bryce have a great sense of humor.

At the base of Pier Ave. is Pier Plaza, a pedestrian-only street full of restaurants and bars. In the evenings and weekends, this part of town has a party vibe. But tucked in between all the restaurants is Spyder Surf II, a fun store selling casual clothes for men, women, and children. Their main store on Pacific Coast Highway has been selling surfboards, snowboards, and related gear since 1978.

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