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.
We bring you the top 10 Marina sunsets as featured on our Instagram in 2021. Thanks to all the followers for sharing sunset spectaculars with us. Remember to add our hashtag #ilovemdr to your Instagram post. We like to feature your amazing sunset photos on our Instagram page. Why is L.A.’s Marina a popular place […]
Take a 90-minute guided paddle tour during Marina Del Rey’s golden hour with Pro SUP Shop at Marina “Mother’s” Beach. Tickets are $20 per person and includes a board rental with a brief on-sand demonstration. Best for paddlers with some experience. Click on the button for more information.
It’s almost time to shake off winter and embrace some sunshine! Want to know what to do for spring break in Los Angeles? Read on for exciting spring break ideas in L.A.’s Marina. Whether you’re traveling solo or with a group of all ages, there’s something for everyone to do in Marina del Rey. Just four […]
Join Tracy Edwards and the crew of the Maiden for a sunset outdoor movie screening set among the backdrop of Marina del Rey and the Maiden yacht herself. Maiden, the iconic yacht which carried the first all-female crew around the world with Tracy as their skipper. Introduction of the film and Q&A with Tracy at […]
Beach Eats is a weekly food truck gathering at Marina “Mother’s” Beach on summer Thursdays, 5–9 p.m. Live bands play 6-8 p.m. Bring your own camping chair or picnic blanket and enjoy dinner and a free show. Click the website button for the music and truck lineup.
The California Yacht Club puts on this annual summer sailing series. Boats race from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesdays, April 18-September 5, 2018. Watch from anywhere in the Marina that has a view of the main channel, including Burton Chace Park and Fisherman’s Village, or join Hornblower’s seasonal Sunset Cocktail Cruises on Wednesdays, which are timed to watch […]
By Valerie Arias I consider myself up for most any adventure, but soaring 800 feet above Santa Monica Bay? Even I felt butterflies in my stomach at that thought. It wasn’t enough to keep me shoreside though, so a friend and I joined one of Marina del Rey Parasailing’s excursions. up, up, and away I […]
There’s no better way to end a fun day at the beach than to circle up around a cozy bonfire. Not all California beaches allow bonfires, but here in the Marina del Rey area, we’re lucky that Dockweiler State Beach does permit regulated burns in provided fire rings. Follow these tips to ensure your group […]
By Valerie Arias Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has been around in one form or another for decades, but the modern style we know today soared in popularity just a few years ago – especially once paparazzi photos of celebs such as Jennifer Aniston and Matthew McConaughey partaking in the fun started showing up in magazines. And there’s […]
Whether it’s your first date or one rare night out without the kids, you’ll find fun on-the-water options for couples in Marina del Rey. Ditch the dinner-and-a-movie routine in exchange for a unique date night (or day!) in LA’s Marina. Try these suggestions: Moonlight Paddle Excursion ($) Paddle through the calm waters of the Marina on a guided kayak tour […]