Get Outside to an Urban Oasis

Farm to City

At the Torrance Farmers’ Market, 60 California farms bring a bounty right into the heart of the city. The market is open year-round thanks to the spectacular weather in the South Bay.

Naturally Hidden

You’ll be surprised to find a natural habitat hidden amongst the urban sprawl. Madrona Marsh is the only vernal freshwater marsh in L.A. county. Try your skills at birding with a chance to see more than 325 species. Don’t forget the binoculars!

Say hello to an uncrowded 1.5 mile stretch of coastline in Torrance. ⠀

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Beach Views

No trip to the South Bay is complete without a stop at the beach. Torrance beach provides 1.5 miles of pristine, uncrowded coastline with a fantastic view of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. You can also rent a bike to get a view from The Strand bike path that starts here and runs 22 miles up the coast.

Park it!

Walk up the ramp from the beach to get a view from Miramar Park which actually means “sea view”. Pretty appropriate considering the location. For one last view, check out the sunset from Los Arboles or “Rocketship” Park. The iconic four-level metal rocket and lunar module offer a view of the Los Angeles is out of this world.

Good morning ☀️ Fresh Pastry for the Breakfast #pinwheelcafeandbakery #veryfreshveryfrench #torrance #france

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Touch of France

Start your day with a little bonjour at Pinwheel Café. Enjoy the charming French culture with a side of breakfast.

Stop and Smell the Roses

Travel to the nearby Palos Verdes Peninsula to meander through 87 acres at the South Coast Botanic Garden. Busting with stunning plants and wildlife, you can take in ocean views, watch butterflies and follow a docent-led tour.

Gorgeous Gilligan captured by Robin Riggs. #loveAOP #AOPcephalopods

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Go Fish

Otters, Jellies, sharks, oh my! Not far is the Aquarium of the Pacific that will keep you entertained for the entire afternoon. Twenty interactive exhibits are filled with ocean habitats to explore.

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Sip a Brew

For the evening, 12 craft breweries beckon you back to Torrance. Join the sainthood at HopSaint Brewing Company will a full service restaurant available.