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 […]

AUGUST 2023 MUST-DO EVENTS IN MDR

Group of friends relaxing by the pool at Marina del Rey Hotel

We rounded up this month’s must-do events in Marina del Rey. Located 4 miles north of LAX, L.A.’s Marina offers fun seaside events for everyone to enjoy. Scroll below for this month’s must-do events in MDR. Click here for the MDR events calendar.   Sunday FUNDAY at Marina del Rey Hotel  Date: Sunday, August 6, […]

JULY 2023 MUST-DO EVENTS IN MDR

Group of friends relaxing by the pool at Marina del Rey Hotel

We rounded up this month’s must-do events in MDR. If you’re visiting L.A.’s Marina in July, then you’re in for a treat. Just 4 miles north of LAX, our seaside community serves up the best of all-things summer with fun events (some are free!) for all to enjoy. Read on for this month’s must-do events […]

What’s New in MDR for Summer 2023

Pool cabanas with palm trees next to marina with boats

Here’s the latest on what’s new in MDR for summer including all the fun events! From free concerts and movie nights at Burton Chace Park to the beloved annual Fourth of July Firework show, read below to view what’s new in MDR. Mark your calendars for a summer of fun in the sun!   NEW: DUCHESS […]

Ride the WaterBus

WaterBus in the Marina del Rey channel

Get a unique water’s-eye view of Marina del Rey on the summer WaterBus for $1 per person, one-way. 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 dock loation. […]

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 […]

MARCH: MDR SPECIAL DEALS & PACKAGES

Marina del Rey aerial view

Here are the latest MDR special deals, packages and savings on hotels, restaurants and activities. Book the deals now to save and enjoy your trip to L.A.’s Marina. 

15 Fun Summer Activities in Marina del Rey

Three friends dip feet in hotel pool in Marina del Rey

Summer is here and so we bring you our handy guide of 15 summer activities in Marina del Rey. Love the water? Then, we’ve got you covered. Prefer your land-legs over sea-legs? We’ve got those activities, too. Families, couples and anyone rolling solo will enjoy many of these things to do on and off the […]