MARINA DEL REY BLOG 

Welcome to the official Marina del Rey blog written by the Marina del Rey Tourism Board. My Marina tells different stories of what makes L.A.’s Marina a unique destination. Read about fun things do like sailing and paddle boarding to waterfront dining, yacht cruises, and more.  

Know Before You Go: Ride the WaterBus

Ride the WaterBus, an open-air water taxi in the Marina del Rey harbor

Going to ride the WaterBus in Marina del Rey this summer? Here are 10 things to know before you go on this Los Angeles scenic water ride during summer Fridays and weekends. And a bonus tip for you: Hop on at 11 a.m. when they first open on Friday and you might have the WaterBus […]

Where to Have Thanksgiving in Marina del Rey

pumpkins and thanksgiving sign with anchor and nautical decorations

Dining out for Thanksgiving in Marina del Rey is hands-down the best choice one can make during the holidays. Why? Because it’s stress-free, mess-free and guilt-free (no leftovers and no wasted food—a win win in our book!). It truly is better to celebrate and enjoy the company of friends and family while someone else does […]

Live Music at Beachside

Jamaica Bay Inn patio and walkway

Listen to live music just steps from Marina “Mother’s” Beach every Thursday on the patio at Beachside Restaurant & Bar. Click button for the artist lineup.

Opening Weekend of WaterBus

WaterBus in front of Burton Chace Park

Hop aboard the Marina del Rey WaterBus for a unique water’s-eye view of the Pacific coastline. For $1 per person, the open-air water taxi takes people to eight stops throughout the Marina including Fisherman’s Village, Burton Chace Park and Marina “Mother’s” Beach. Bikes and strollers allowed; pets are not allowed. Cash only—buy tickets at each […]

6 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend in MDR

holding hands at the beach

Love is in the air and we’ve rounded up 6 ways to celebrate Valentine’s weekend in MDR! This year, the special day falls on Monday so we’re calling it Valentine’s weekend. Makes sense especially if you’re planning a Valentine’s weekend getaway! If you’re local, no need to go far. Marina del Rey, aka MDR, is […]

Public Whale Watching Tour

blue whale

Marina del Rey opens onto Santa Monica Bay, a pass-through for grey whales and humpbacks on their annual migration. December through March offers the best whale-watching, although the trips run year-round as an opportunity to look for dolphins and many other types of sea life and sea birds. Departs daily at 10 a.m. and an […]

New Year’s Eve Fireworks

4th of July fireworks

Head to Fisherman’s Village or anywhere near the South Jetty to enjoy the annual fireworks display.  Count down to the New Year with fireworks at 8:59 p.m. and again at 11:59 p.m. NOTE: Burton Chace Park will be closed on Friday, Dec. 31st per Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors.

MDR Holiday Boat Parade, Events and More

holiday themed boat

The annual MDR Holiday Boat Parade is back this year! If you’re looking for holiday cheer, check out this weekend’s upcoming events and festivities in Marina del Rey. 

Marina del Rey Weekend Picks Nov. 20

woman paddling in a green kayak in the sea with boats docked nearby

We put together five Marina del Rey weekend activities to make planning easy breezy. If you’re looking to relax, get some fresh air and enjoy a stress-free weekend before Thanksgiving, L.A.’s Marina is the place to go. The seaside community is much more low-key than neighboring beach towns. Where else can you experience dining next […]