Free day between matches
A half-day in the city and a long lunch.
- Half-dayGetty Center
- EatGuelaguetza
- FreeVenice boardwalk.
LA28 Venice Beach: what to do between Olympic events
14 to 30 July 2028 · ProvisionalLos Angeles, United StatesFirst medals of the Games
Venice Beach hosts triathlon, which awards the first medals of the Games at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Ticket holders here have hours between sessions, and this guide covers what is nearby, how to move around the cluster and where to stay.
Know before you go
- Sessions are short and venues are far apart: plan one cluster per day and use Metro rail where you can.
- Check the official LA28 schedule for session times and any venue changes before you book.
Airport to Venice Beach
LAX is 30 to 60 minutes from most areas; the LAX/Metro Transit Center links to the K and C lines. Burbank (BUR) and Long Beach (LGB) are easier for some venues.
Big Blue Bus and Metro buses from Santa Monica; parking is scarce.
Public transport directions to Venice Beach
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Koreatown | Central, on the metro, great food. |
| Mid-range | Downtown and Santa Monica | Downtown for venues, Santa Monica for the beach. |
| Splurge | Beverly Hills and West Hollywood | Classic luxury hotels. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Line LA
- Mid-range: Hotel Figueroa
- Splurge: The Beverly Hills Hotel
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual Olympic stay schedule for 14 to 30 July 2028. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Full day out of town
The best use of a two- or three-day gap.
- Full dayDisneyland Resort
Before an evening session
Keep it light and close to the venue.
- Easy outingMalibu wine safari
- EatLanger's Deli
Family day
Something everyone can do, kids included.
- Family pickWarner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood
- FreeGriffith Observatory.
Rainy or very hot day
Indoor backups.
- Rain or heat backupLACMA.
- Rain or heat backupAcademy Museum of Motion Pictures.
Evening after the match
Dinner and something after dark.
- EveningTaco and street food tour
- EatLeo's Tacos
Family-friendly picks
- California Science Center (Space Shuttle).
- Natural History Museum.
- Santa Monica Pier.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Hollywood rooftops, Silver Lake bars.
Ten tours worth booking for Venice Beach
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Getty Center | Half day | Bad weather, Tired legs |
| Disneyland Resort | Full day | Families |
| Malibu wine safari | Half day | Food lovers |
| Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood | Half day | Families, Bad weather |
| Universal Studios Hollywood | Full day | Families |
| Hollywood sign hike | Half day | Families |
| Celebrity homes tour | Half day | Tired legs |
| Santa Monica and Venice bike tour | Half day | Families |
| Catalina Island day trip | Full day | Families |
| Taco and street food tour | Evening | Food lovers, Night owls |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- LACMA.
- Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
- Petersen Automotive Museum.
Getting around on event days
- Metro rail and buses take TAP cards or contactless; trains are useful for downtown, Exposition Park, Inglewood (K Line), Long Beach (A Line) and Pasadena (A Line).
- Distances are long: allow 45 to 90 minutes between venues at peak hours.
- Uber and Lyft are the default; ask about event-day pickup zones.
Day trips from Los Angeles
- Malibu: 1 hour
- Catalina: 1 hour by ferry
- Santa Barbara: 2 hours
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Venice Beach.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is LA28 Olympics: Venice Beach 2028?
The next edition is 14 to 30 July 2028, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Venice Beach?
LAX is 30 to 60 minutes from most areas; the LAX/Metro Transit Center links to the K and C lines. Burbank (BUR) and Long Beach (LGB) are easier for some venues. Big Blue Bus and Metro buses from Santa Monica; parking is scarce.
Where should I stay for LA28 Olympics: Venice Beach?
For most visitors the best base is Downtown and Santa Monica: Downtown for venues, Santa Monica for the beach.
What can we do between sessions at LA28 Olympics: Venice Beach?
Good short outings in Los Angeles include Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood, Hollywood sign hike, Celebrity homes tour. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near LA28 Olympics: Venice Beach?
Family-friendly picks: Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood, Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood sign hike. California Science Center (Space Shuttle).
How far is Venice Beach from Los Angeles centre?
About 22 km in a straight line. Big Blue Bus and Metro buses from Santa Monica; parking is scarce.
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