Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Language
English
Time Zone
PST (UTC-8) / PDT (UTC-7)
Best Time to Visit
Mar–Jun
Typical Duration
4-7 nights
Price Range
From $142 pp
Port Type
embarkation
Tender Port
No
Being a major West Coast homeport offering convenient access to Mexican Riviera cruises with year-round departures from the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
Cruises that visit Long Beach, California
- cruises to Long Beach, California
- Long Beach, California sailings
- Long Beach, California cruises
- 4-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 4-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 5-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 5-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 15-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 19-night Seabourn cruise
- 27-night Seabourn cruise
- 27-night Seabourn cruise
- 31-night Seabourn cruise
- 46-night Seabourn cruise
- 64-night Seabourn cruise
- 83-night Seabourn cruise
- 126-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Long Beach, California
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 4:00 PM
Usually about 8 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Aquarium of the Pacific
Lots of touch pools, interactive exhibits, and unexpected surprises.
The Queen Mary
Plenty of things to explore, activities and food options.
Shoreline Village
We found the game room that has a merry go round which looked fun.
The Pike
Lots of activity in this area with food trucks and street vendors.
Long Beach Towne Center
Clean, busy, yet peaceful, and safe shopping experience!
Open · Closes 8 PM
Rosie's Dog Beach
Super shallow, warm water with soft sand and gentle waves.
Yard House
The poke nachos, spinach dip, and Brussel sprouts were perfect.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
El Dorado East Regional Park
Green grass, huge shade trees, restrooms, lakes, paved roads.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Beautiful patio atmosphere Great drinks.. great service, delicious food.
Opens soon · 10:30 AM
Tequila Jack's Restaurant & Cantina
Good portions + great service + nice outdoor atmosphere + dog friendly!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Parkers' Lighthouse
One of the best restaurants in the very touristy area of Long Beach.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
The Attic
Worth every bit the Michelin Guide rec.
Mother's Beach
Very clean beach Lifeguard on duty too
The Breakfast Bar
The vibe was there, the food was delicious + the service was exceptional!
Schooner Or Later
Chill vibes, good food, great service.
Boathouse on the Bay
High-end fixture for seafood & cocktails
Opens soon · 10:30 AM
City Place Shopping Center
An awesome outdoor shopping experience that suits Long Beach quite well.
Open · Closes 6 PM
ShoreLine Aquatic Park
Fantastic educational experience for all ages
Saint & Second
The most refined dining experience in Long Beach.
LBX Long Beach Exchange
They have Whole Foods, food court, shopping, yoga, and more.
Open · Closes 7 PM
Marina Pacifica
Plenty of shops, theater, Barne and Noble, Gong Cha, Ralphs and more.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Gladstone's Long Beach
Upscale seafood dining with water views
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Junipero Beach
Beautiful beach with wide sandy areas and great views of the ocean.
Bluff Park
Even the beach has 2 sidewalks.
Vons Circle Center
The shops are clean and the location is great.
Open · Closes 10 PM
El Dorado Nature Center
There are also a variety of activities that are free or low cost.
Nick's on 2nd Long Beach
Classic American comfort food & full bar
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Hamburger Mary's
The food was fresh and flavorful and I was full when I finished eating.
The Reef on the Water
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Colorado Lagoon
Lots of stuff to do do in a lagoon the size of a football field.
AMMATOLI
So beautiful inside one of the best places to eat in Long Beach.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Islands Restaurant Long Beach Pike
I got some spinach and artichoke dip to die for and beach sliders and wings.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Long Beach Terrace Theater
Recently saw Kinky Boots and had a blast.
Gaslamp Music + Bar + Kitchen
Great drinks..rockin' bands and super atmosphere!!
Abalone Cove Park
A Serene Escape at Abalone Cove Reserve - A Perfect Day Out with Tide Pools!
Loaded Cafe - Long Beach
Portions were generous, especially for the price, and no one left hungry.
Simmzy's Restaurant Long Beach
Solid food, great service, energetic atmosphere.
BO-beau kitchen + roof tap
Bi-level gastropub for beer & bites
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Nike Factory Store - Long Beach
Good prices and varied clothing and shoes but very crowded
Open · Closes 7 PM
Joe Jost's
Excellent service, perfectly chilled and nice variety of beers.
The Hangar Food Hall
I ate at Jay Bird's and the chicken strips were absolutely delicious!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Fuego
Great food,service and wonderful ambience and views of Long Beach.
The Promenade
Beautiful new buildings with very walkable paths & great shopping.
Open 24 hours
Dog Haus Biergarten
The food is delicious and the ambiance unforgettable.
Long Beach Museum of Art
The interactive exhibits made learning engaging and fun.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)
Great intimate exhibits and sculpture garden.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Phnom Penh Noodle Shack
The food is very fresh and a fair amount for the money.
The Library Coffee House
The coffee is fine, the food is warm and made at your request.
The Ordinarie Tavern
Classic American-style tavern
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Blind Donkey
Casual bar, clean bathrooms, good music, trivia and DJ two nights in a row.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
The Bamboo Club
Drinks were delicious and service was top notch friendly.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Gaucho Beach
Food and vibe were great and my server Emily was amazing and very friendly!
Ubuntu Café
Great coffee, delicious food and relaxed atmosphere
Long Beach City Beach
Love the invigorating ocean fresh air, white sand, layed back environment.
Recreational Coffee
The coffee was delicious, the staff was super friendly and chill.
Long Beach
Free yoga, Thai chi, workout spaces.
Long Beach Town Square
Very small store but convenient location and mostly friendly staff.
Open · Closes 1 AM
Rainbow Lagoon Park
Cute, small, there's some garbage and the seats have nasty stuff on it.
2ND & PCH
Several stores, restaurants, roller skating rink and small eateries.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Queensview Steakhouse
Steaks & seafood with harbor views
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Chiang Rai
This place lived up to the hype (and Michelin guide).
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Rancho Los Cerritos
Awesome programming and place to visit historical interest and value.
Closed · Opens 1 PM
Rad Coffee - Long Beach
Locally roasted coffee with a fun interior and super reasonable prices.
Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch and Gardens
You get a free tour through all of the building.
Closed · Opens 1 PM
Sky Room
Chic American restaurant with city views
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Ground Hideout Coffee
The espresso was high quality and the biscuit and toast were to die for !
The Stache Bar
Small bar, awesome drinks, food, and service!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
The Exhibition Room
Amazing vibe, great drinks, and my bar tender was incredibly friendly.
Closed · Opens 7 PM Wed
The Wicked Wolf Cocktail Bar + Tea Lounge & Café
Great cocktails, good beer, sublime atmosphere , fun cheer.
Alder & Sage
Their menu is seasonal and they use the freshest ingredients and produce.
Heritage
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Anna's Joint
Amazing quality food, fun specialty items, & exceptional service!
Chez Bacchus
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Wood Coffee Co.
Good coffee, great vibes, warm ambiance, friendly & kindred barista
Good Time
Great coffee, (they serve Onyx) and amazing food and staff!
Marine Park | Mother's Beach
Perfect for kids.
The Grasshopper
Amazing drinks, good music, beautiful patio and great service!!
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Caffe Luxxe
The coffee is rich, smooth, and perfectly crafted.
SALTWATER DECK
Great food, great service, great atmosphere.
Secret Island Tiki Restaurant and Lounge
The drink menu was clever and fun and the lighting was genuinely exciting!
Closed · Opens 2 PM
Baby Gee
The vibe is immaculate and the creative cocktails set the mood just right.
Closed · Opens 2 PM
The MODERN Kitchen + Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
Long Beach Sign
cute, unique
Bayshore Beach
The beach is pretty shallow and family-friendly.
Shark Lagoon
It very good for my kids
Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
ANNEISE
The shops always has sizes and great prices!
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Long Beach Lifeguard Museum
Alice and Wonderland Event was Spectacular and Fun!!!
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Long Beach, California
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Long Beach, California
Long Beach serves as a premier home port on California's West Coast, hosting two major cruise lines that collectively offer 274 upcoming sailings. As primarily an embarkation port, Long Beach is where most cruises begin and end, making it exceptionally convenient for Southern California residents and visitors alike. The port's strategic location makes it an ideal launching point for popular Mexican Riviera itineraries, with most cruises running four nights to beloved destinations like Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, and Puerto Vallarta. Peak sailing seasons run from March through June and again in August, offering plenty of departure options throughout the year.
Before or after your cruise, you'll find Long Beach itself worth exploring, with its vibrant waterfront district featuring dining, shopping, and entertainment options just steps from the terminals. The nearby Queen Mary historic ship and Aquarium of the Pacific provide excellent ways to spend pre-cruise or post-cruise time. The port's easy accessibility and well-organized facilities make embarkation and disembarkation smooth and stress-free, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your upcoming adventure.
Before or after your cruise, you'll find Long Beach itself worth exploring, with its vibrant waterfront district featuring dining, shopping, and entertainment options just steps from the terminals. The nearby Queen Mary historic ship and Aquarium of the Pacific provide excellent ways to spend pre-cruise or post-cruise time. The port's easy accessibility and well-organized facilities make embarkation and disembarkation smooth and stress-free, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your upcoming adventure.
Cruise Lines at Long Beach, California
- Carnival Cruise Line (280 cruises)
- Seabourn (9 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Long Beach, California
Cruises Visiting Long Beach, California
Ship Schedule at Long Beach, California
Long Beach, California Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the must-see attractions in Long Beach?
Visit the Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Village, Pine Avenue, and the Queen Mary.
How can I get around Long Beach?
Use the Metro A Line, buses, ride-share apps, bikes, or walk along the waterfront.
When is the best time to visit Long Beach?
Spring and fall offer mild weather and fewer crowds.
Is Long Beach family-friendly?
Yes, with beaches, museums, and events suitable for all ages.