Experience the Venice Boardwalk
Stay in the heart of our eclectic neighborhood at Venice V, with our perfect location offering a front row seat to the legendary Venice Boardwalk. Walk outside and stroll along the sun-drenched Ocean Front Walk to discover endless options for dining, shopping, and unmatched entertainment…all just steps from the sand, surf, and skate park.
![Boardwalk 2 rollerbladers skate park](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/02132322/VH_3-2_RollerSkater_1-1080x720.jpg)
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World Class Entertainment
The Venice Boardwalk is home to a kaleidoscope of sounds and sights (and some of the world’s best people watching)—expect to experience everything from live jazz to mesmerizing street performers, impromptu parades to drum circles in the Boardwalk’s ever-changing spectacle of artistic expression.
![Boardwalk 7 Drinks at NeueHouse Venice](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/29130432/VH_3-4_LocalDrinks_1-540x720.jpg)
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Local Flavor
Up and down the Boardwalk, discover an array of local restaurants, charming food stalls, and lively bars offering a diverse mix of culinary offerings—whether you’re in the mood for just-caught seafood, savory street tacos, a refreshing cold-pressed juice, or an expertly crafted cocktail, you’ll find it all right here.
![Boardwalk 11 Venice Boardwalk vendors](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/24131206/Venice-Beach-Fun-273.jpg)
A Souvenir from Venice
From handcrafted jewelry to surf T-shirts to local artwork, find the perfect memento to remember your trip along the Boardwalk’s mix of boutiques and souvenir stalls.
![Boardwalk 12 muscle beach](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/04133002/VH_3-4_MuscleBeach_3-540x720.jpg)
![Boardwalk 15 Muscle Beach Men](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/03110657/VH_3-2_happening_musclebeach_1-1079x720.jpg)
Muscle Mania
Pay an homage to one of Venice’s most iconic emblems with an outdoor workout (or just time to behold the spectacle) at Muscle Beach, where bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts of all kinds have long convened to transform the sun-soaked sand into their own outdoor gym.
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Game, Set, Match
Embrace the energy of Venice with a pick-up basketball or paddle tennis game at outdoor courts that are open to the public and ready to welcome both novices and seasoned athletes in a bit of coastal competition.
![Boardwalk 18 skate park](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/04083713/VH_3-4_SkatePark_5-540x720.jpg)
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Skate Through Venice
There’s no better place to feel California’s vibrant skate culture than the legendary Venice Skate Park, where both casual and pro skaters come together to carve through the bowls and show off their skills. Join in on the fun—borrow a skateboard from Venice V or rent a pair of rollerblades to embark on a carefree glide along Ocean Front Walk.
![Boardwalk 22 bicycles boardwalk](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/18160548/VH_HiRes_Neighborhood_22-1080x720.jpg)
![Boardwalk 24 boardwalk trail bicycle](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/18160523/VH_HiRes_Neighborhood_23-1080x720.jpg)
Cruising Altitude
Rent a bicycle from Venice V and experience the neighborhood with a cruise along the 22-mile coastal route that meanders from Venice Beach to Will Rogers State Beach, offering a breathtaking journey through ocean views, eclectic neighborhoods, the Santa Monica Pier, and more.
![Boardwalk 26 Surfer in the Pacific Ocean during sunset](https://venicevhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/25100325/VH_1920x1080_Surfing_1-1200x720.jpg)
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Catch a Wave
Whether you’re hitting the waves or observing seasoned surfers paddle out at the iconic Venice Breakwater, the sun-soaked Venice scene is synonymous with the surf lifestyle—rent a wetsuit & a board while you’re here (or just take in the picturesque ocean views from the shore).