Torrance, CA

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A building named 'Souplantation' with a green facade and a red-tiled roof.
A gated entrance with a wrought iron gate, palm trees, and flower beds.
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A bustling outdoor market with vendors selling fruits and vegetables under white and green canopies.

A long sandy beach runs along the Pacific Ocean in this city known as one of the more peaceful areas near Santa Monica Bay.

Visit Torrance and shop in the historic downtown area. Enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, including beach volleyball, cycling and surfing. This coastal city also has a museum of fine art and a historical society. Enjoy Japanese, Mexican and Italian cuisine in many excellent restaurants in the city’s center.

Shop for handmade jewelry, vintage items, antiques and crafts in a flea market in Downtown Torrance. Try fishing, surfing, scuba diving and swimming at Torrance Beach, a quieter alternative to Santa Monica Bay’s other beach areas.

Tour the Western Museum of Flight and learn about Southern California’s aviation heritage through aircraft displays. Torrance’s California Museum of Fine Arts gives educational workshops and lectures by renowned artists in Los Angeles County. This beach city also has a number of other art galleries and museums, including the Chen Art Gallery and the Toyota USA Automobile Museum.

At Charles H. Wilson Park, enjoy outdoor activities, such as tennis, basketball and volleyball. Relax in an outdoor amphitheater and admire the park’s pond. The park also includes designated areas for barbecuing and picnicking. Check the official website for information on the Torrance Certified Farmers Market, held in Wilson Park on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Take a short drive to popular Manhattan Beach and soak up the energetic atmosphere. Book a range of charters from Marina Del Ray near Venice Beach, including sport fishing and whale-watching charters. Rent a bicycle and ride north along the coast from Torrance to Venice Beach.

The city is located about 10 miles (16 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport. With its proximity to Santa Monica Bay’s busier beaches and its cultural and historical attractions, Torrance is a great place to stay when visiting California.

Torrance is perfect for visitors looking for a quieter beach atmosphere, with a wide range of cultural and outdoor activities.

Where to stay in Torrance

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Old Town Torrance

While visiting Old Town Torrance, you might make a stop by sights like Bowlero Torrance and Chen Art Gallery.

A coastal city with a beach, dense residential area, and a mix of commercial buildings.

Southwood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Southwood and surrounding area, you can visit Del Amo Fashion Center and Redondo Beach Pier.

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West Torrance

Though West Torrance might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Bay Galleria and Redondo Beach Pier.

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Northwest Torrance

Northwest Torrance might not have many top sights, but South Bay Galleria and American Honda Headquarters are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Seaside

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Seaside and surrounding area, you can visit Del Amo Fashion Center and Torrance County Beach.

Sonesta Select Los Angeles Torrance South Bay

Sonesta Select Los Angeles Torrance South Bay

3 out of 5
1925 W 190th Street Torrance CA
The price is ₩164,748 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
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Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ₩168,161 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
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Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

4 out of 5
6225 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ₩221,591 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
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₩257,538 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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The Sovereign

The Sovereign

2 out of 5
205 Washington Ave Santa Monica CA
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
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Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave Los Angeles CA
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Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

3 out of 5
5825 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles CA
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Stay near popular Torrance attractions

Del Amo Fashion Center

8.8/10 (855 reviews)
During your trip to Torrance, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Del Amo Fashion Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Cities near Torrance

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Hawthorne

A beach with a pier extending into the ocean, a lighthouse, and a row of buildings along the shore.

Lawndale

A crowded beach with people sunbathing and walking along the shore.

Redondo Beach

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Los Angeles

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