I recently had the opportunity to spend the weekend in Venice Beach during my trip to Los Angeles. I loved discovering some of the hidden (and not so hidden) spots tucked away in this beach town. Keep reading for my list of the 6 most Instagrammable places in Venice!
History of Venice Beach
Founded in 1905 by developer Abbot Kinney,,Venice has always been known as a quirky beach town filled with artists and creatives. For more information on the area, visit the Venice Beach Tourism site.
6 Most Instagrammable Places in Venice Beach, CA
1. Mosaic Tile House
The Mosaic Tile House is number one on the list as it was by far my favorite stop in Venice (and my favorite experience in Los Angeles). Owned by artists (and power couple) Cheri Pann & Gonzalo Duran, this living work of art has been a 25 year ongoing project. Not only is their front & backyard covered in mosaic tile, much of the interior of their home is too.
- Location: 1116 Palms Blvd Venice CA 90291
- Hours: Saturdays 1 – 4 PM, reservations recommended
- Admission: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, 12 and under free
- Pro Tips: Pick up a souvenir from the gift shop, and make sure you go right at 1 PM when they open to avoid the crowds.
2. Venice Sign
The Venice sign, which is probably in every single travel article is a must-visit. Located a block away from the board walk, a photo here is a cool souvenir from your trip.
- Location: Pacific Ave & Windward Ave, Venice, CA 90291
- Pro Tip: Go early! These photos were taken at about 7 AM on a Sunday. If you go later in the day, your photos will be crowded by lots of people and cars.
3. Neighbor LA Restaurant
I wish Neighbor LA was my living room because it is major decor goals! I received this recommendation from quite a few of my followers on Instagram and decided to check it out while on Abbot Kinney Blvd. We stopped by for happy hour and sat on the back patio which was charming! PS: the burger is delicious and it sells out quick.
- Location: 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
- Hours: Hours vary between lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Find out more here.
- Pro Tips: Their happy hour menu, while small, has carefully a carefully crafted selection of drinks and food. Go early, it’s a steal!
4. Kinney Venice Beach Hotel
During our trip, we stayed at the Kinney. The hotel is covered in bright colored murals and every corner has something to see. You can read about my experience staying at the Kinney below –
- Location: 737 West Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90292
- Pro Tips: Every corner of this hotel is Instagrammable. Opt to stay here on your visit to Venice Beach if you love colorful murals!
5. Venice Canals
This area of manmade canals is clearly inspired by Venice, Italy. Perfect for a sunset stroll, it was pretty quiet on a Saturday evening.
- Location: Dell Ave & Court A. However, I would recommend using Maps and just searching “Venice Canals.”)
- Pro Tips: Visit at sunrise or sunset for the most beautiful photo ops.
6. Abbot Kinney Blvd
Lastly, Abbot Kinney Blvd. You could easily spend all day here walking around and taking photos. And if you have the time you should! There are many Instagrammable shops and cafes up and down the street.
- Location: Abbot Kinney Blvd.
