Comments on: A Guide to Walking the Venice Canals in Los Angeles

By: Paul

Paul — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:14:38 +0000

The first picture is featured in the new movie valentine’s day, i love this area!

By: Lisa Newton

Lisa Newton — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 02:24:58 +0000

@Natalie, Thank you for your comment, Natalie. The only parking available is on street parking. The kids will love walking the Canals.

Venice Beach has a paved walkway, playgrounds, and of course the beach.

Also close is Santa Monica where the Pier, with it’s solar powered Ferris Wheel, and of course, the Aquarium.

It’s great for kids.

By: Natalie

Natalie — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:43:29 +0000

I’ve lived in CA for nearly three years (but up in the Kern County mountains – not really close to any of the big cities), and as I yearn to move back east, closer to our aging families, I’ve been motivated to explore more of this state before we finally do leave. This looks like a lovely reason to leave the mountain. Is there an established place to park, or would you just park anywhere along the street? What else might be fun to do on a same-day trip? (I’d have three elementary school-aged children with me.)

By: FrugalNYC

FrugalNYC — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:59:14 +0000

@LisaNewton, Totally agree with what you said about checking local areas to visit. Same reason I started doing FrugalNYC (well one of the reasons anyway

By: carla

carla — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:59:55 +0000

@LisaNewton, We had to change our plans for Santa Monica. We will be in Beverly hills for the remaining days. There are actually more reasonable (and nicer)hotels in that area! carla’s last blog post..Poll: What are you doing?

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:47:44 +0000

@Kevin, I think that’s true with many people. We often live right next door to something great, but never have a chance to go there. Or sometimes we think we need to get away in order to really relax.

I totally disagree, which is one reason Travelin’ Local is here.

I’ve only given a few examples of the colorful buildings, but there are many more where these came from.

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:44:54 +0000

@carla, It’s well worth a look, and it’s very close to Santa Monica, only about 15-20 down Ocean. It’s a great way to relax after a long day of tourist stuff.

BTW, if we could work it out, I’d love to have a cup of coffee with you.

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:41:37 +0000

@Lisa's Chaos, You got it. I'd love to walk the canals with you.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:32:51 +0000

What an interesting looking place! It amazes me what you have found in Los Angeles in such a short time. I lived there for years and definitely didn't explore enough. I love the colours of the buildings! Kevin’s last blog post..The Carmanah Valley - Twenty Years On

By: carla

carla — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:05:43 +0000

We will be heading down the SoCal next week (mostly Santa Barbara and Santa Monica) and I will try to talk my guy into going to Venice too. I know about Venice Beach but didnt know about the canals! carla’s last blog post..Poll: What are you doing?

By: Lisa's Chaos

Lisa's Chaos — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:13:24 +0000

Ok, when I come we have to go there!! Love the reflections! You had a perfect day! Lisa's Chaos’s last blog post..Macro Monday – My son loves me (?)

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:18:55 +0000

@Barbara Swafford, When I was walking there, it almost felt like I wasn't in the city at all, so quiet and relaxing. Definitely a place I plan on returning to.

By: Barbara Swafford

Barbara Swafford — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 09:18:19 +0000

Hi Lisa, What a beautiful place. Although I've heard of Venice, Ca, I didn't know they had the canals. Thank you for sharing the beautiful photos and history of how Venice became what it is today. I can see why it would be a favorite spot for people to take a stroll. Barbara Swafford’s last blog post..When The Conversation Moves Off Of Your Blog

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 02:36:54 +0000

@FrugalNYC, Thanks for the heads up about Queens. I've visited NYC several times, and for me, people watching and window shopping were two of my favorite free activities. I'll have to check your post. I almost didn't include the duck shot. I wasn't sure I really liked it, but as I looked at it more, I started to see my vision come to life.

By: FrugalNYC

FrugalNYC — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:43:47 +0000

@FrugalNYC, Love the shot of the duck the best!

FrugalNYC’s last blog post..10 Free Things To Do In Queens

By: FrugalNYC

FrugalNYC — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:41:07 +0000

@LisaNewton, I’ve recently found a playground in Flushing meadows Corona Park called “Playground for all children”. It has things that I’ve not seen at other playgrounds anywhere else…so far. I actually mention it in my latest blog post http://frugalnyc.blogspot.com/2009/06/10-free-things-to-do-in-queens.html .

There are a few other items in that post that I recently discovered

FrugalNYC’s last blog post..10 Free Things To Do In Queens

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:25:32 +0000

@FrugalNYC, I think every city has hidden treasures. I'm trying to find these here in LA and let others know about them. It's fun and exciting. What hidden treasures have you found in NYC?

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:23:57 +0000

@Paisley, Well, I can't say all the real estate is like this one, but the houses are expensive. Prices came down a little but many are still out of reach for the everyday person. I love taking water pictures, the reflection, the waves, maybe a duck or swan, and personally, I find it very relaxing.

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:21:59 +0000

@David, Each time I write a post like this, I learn about the history, too. It’s a win/win situation.

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:05:15 +0000

@Betsy Wuebker, This is one side of Venice, a much more relaxing side than the boardwalk. I’m glad you enjoyed it.