LAGUNA BEACH TRIP GUIDE
📅 July 30, July 31 & August 1
📍 Basecamp: Costa Art Hotel, Laguna Beach (1404 N Pacific Coast Hwy)
☀️ Weather Forecast
THU 7/30
75° / 65°
Morning fog to sun
FRI 7/31
77° / 68°
Sunny & mild
SAT 8/1
88° / 65°
Hot & sunny!
🚌 Free Trolley System
Coastal Route: Runs 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM daily along PCH every 30 mins.
Catch it nearby: Stop at Cliff Dr 600 Block (0.7 mi from hotel).
📱 Download the Laguna Beach Transit App for live trolley tracking!
🅿️ Parking Tips & App
Pay street meters & city lots using the Laguna Beach Parking App (FrogParking).
Meters: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily ($2.75–$4.50/hr).
💡 Free peripheral parking at Summer Breeze Lot with free shuttle into town.
🏖️ Safest & Top Family Beaches
🏊♂️ Lifeguarded
0.2 mi
Crescent Bay Beach
Top choice for swimming with kids! Crescent cove shape tempers open-ocean swells. Equipped with restrooms and showers.
🅿️ Street parking along Crescent Bay Dr & Cliff Dr near 280-298 Crescent Bay Dr. Fills up fast!
🏊♂️ Lifeguarded
1.0 mi
Main Beach & Playground
Heart of downtown. Iconic central lifeguard tower, boardwalk, basketball/volleyball courts, and kids' playground. Sandy bottom shorebreak.
🅿️ Metered street parking on Ocean Ave/PCH or City Lots 1, 2, and 11 ($3.00–$4.50/hr).
🏊♂️ Lifeguarded
3.7 mi
Treasure Island Beach & Park
Located right below the Montage Resort grounds. Gentle entry, paved ADA paths, public restrooms, showers, and great tidepools.
🅿️ Underground public garage at Wesley Dr & Coast Hwy (under Montage) or metered parking on Wesley Dr.
🏊♂️ Lifeguarded
4.0 mi
Aliso Beach
Wide sandy beach with full lifeguard service, fire pits, restrooms, and showers. Popular skimboarding and sunset walking spot.
🅿️ Dedicated on-site pay lot right on the beach side of Coast Hwy ($2.70/hr).
🏊♂️ Lifeguarded
1.5 mi
Sleepy Hollow Beach
A quieter coastal beach stretch equipped with restrooms and showers. Great for relaxing away from downtown crowds.
🅿️ Metered street parking along South Coast Hwy.
2.5 mi
Woods Cove Beach
Picturesque, scenic cove nestled tightly along the coastal cliffside. Perfect for sightseeing and tide exploration.
🅿️ Neighborhood street parking along Diamond St and Coast Hwy.
🏞️ Parks, Viewpoints & Sunset Spots
0.7 mi
Cliff Point
Incredible cliffside park viewpoint for sunset. Catch the free trolley nearby at Cliff Dr 600 Block!
3.4 mi
Top of the World
Panoramic vista point overlooking the entire coastline and rolling canyon hills.
2.3 mi
Bluebird Park
Wonderful shaded park featuring a popular playground for kids.
2.8 mi
Scenic Sunset & Picnic Pin
Located near 33°31'37.7"N 117°46'16.0"W. Stunning area for an evening walk or family picnic.
☕ Coffee, Breakfast & Bites
0.8 mi
Urth Caffe Laguna $20–$30
Great for breakfast & lunch! Famous for Niçoise Salad with house-smoked salmon 💛 Beautiful outdoor cottage patio with umbrella seating.
1.1 mi
Dolce Gelato Ice Cream
Local favorite artisanal gelato & ice cream spot right in town.
1.6 mi
MOULIN $10–$20
Authentic French bistro vibes with fresh pastries, bread, espresso, and breakfast.
1.8 mi
Laguna Coffee Company $10–$20
Voted best local coffee shop in Laguna Beach!
🍽️ Lunch & Dinner Restaurants
1.4 mi
Driftwood Kitchen Seafood
Prime oceanfront seafood dining situated directly over the water. Valet parking on-site.
1.8 mi
Seabutter Sushi $50–$100
High-end sushi (Hamachi Yellowtail, Lux medley, Sizzling Black Cod, Salmon Supreme roll 💛). Best for adults.
2.3 mi
Mozambique $20–$80
Steakhouse with prime sunset ocean views from the rooftop terrace or window tables 🌅 On-site valet.
3.6 mi
Starfish Laguna Beach $20–$70
Asian Fusion (Candy dragon prawns, miso black cod, cocktails 💛). Kid-friendly menu & free plaza parking!