HUNTINGTON BEACH STORY IDEAS
WAVES OF WELLNESS
You can define your wellness in Huntington Beach. Get outside and move your body, spend quality time with friends and family, or lose yourself in a much-needed spa treatment.
- Practice at a beach yoga class with the ocean and sun as your backdrop with a local HB instructor
- Relax with a pampering spa treatment at one of the award-winning spas around Huntington Beach
- Sip mocktails at a rooftop bar with a 360-degree view of the expansive Pacific Ocean
- Join hundreds for a refreshing dip in the ocean and set your wellness goals at the annual Surf City Splash on January 1
- Visit Yoga Journey HB for a relaxing and calming sound bath experience
- Discover a rare moment of quiet and serenity at Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, a 1,300-acre wetlands with five miles of trails that is a haven for plants and rare bird species
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES BY (or in!) THE OCEAN
Huntington Beach is an active, energetic town where life is lived outdoors, especially along the oceanfront. It offers an almost perfect climate - whether you're looking to exercise or just do a little more than hang out along the sand.
- Take a private yacht charter in Huntington Harbour while sipping on California wine
- Level up your yoga practice through paddleboard yoga
- Cruise along eight miles of paved beach path and explore HB’s four different beaches on a beach cruiser, e-bike, or e-scooter
- Play beach volleyball like a champion, on the same sand that hosts the AVP Huntington Beach Open every year
- Known for consistent waves and hosting the US Open of Surfing, Huntington Beach is the perfect spot for surfers of all levels
- The famous Huntington Beach is a known spot for fishing! Those more adventurous can brave the open waters and enjoy deep-sea fishing with Wagner Charters
- Explore the Harbour by captaining an electric Duffy boat
- Kayak or paddleboard on open waters with OEX or OC Paddlesports
FAMILY FUN IN SURF CITY USA®
There’s something for the whole family to do together in Huntington Beach. Many of our oceanfront hotels offer complimentary beach gear and beach cruisers.
- Surfing is for all ages! Anyone aged 5 and up can try riding the waves during a surf lesson
- Rent a surrey bike for the family and cruise along the paved beach path, stopping for lunch at one of the many beach concessions stands
- Enjoy a bonfire with s’mores on the beach, or have a private experience set up by one of our oceanfront hotels
- Play at the all-inclusive playground on the beach, designed with special play units and surfacing to provide accessibility and to promote play among children of all abilities
- Destress alongside rescued horses with the Free Rein Foundation
- Experience mermaid magic and learn to swim like a mermaid at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa
- Looking to learn about wildlife? The famous Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is a haven for nature-loving families, offering 1,300 acres of birding, hiking, biking and wildlife-viewing
- Explore the history of surfing at the Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum
LAID-BACK LUXURY
Experience the coastal, laid-back vibes in Huntington Beach for a romantic getaway or relaxing girls trip.
- Relax with a luxurious spa treatment at one of HB’s world-class resort spas
- Stroll through downtown and shop at Southern California-inspired boutiques
- Make your own drink at a cocktail-making class at Surf City Still Works, a local hidden gem and distillery
- Wine and dine with seasonal wine dinners at Bluegold, Nardo Italian and Watertable
- Hop on a private wine charter and sail through the calm waters surrounding Huntington Beach’s five manmade islands
- Imbibe at one of the hidden-gem speakeasies located throughout HB
FOR THE FOODIE
The up-and-coming culinary scene in Huntington Beach highlights the local coastal cuisine – guaranteed with a gorgeous ocean view.
- Visit the new Lōrea restaurant with chef-inspired dishes featuring locally sourced ingredients and hand-crafted cocktails – all infused with a Cali-coastal vibe
- Dine at LSXO, the exclusive 28-seat restaurant-within-a-restaurant known for their modern Vietnamese cuisine
- Indulge in a chocolate tasting at Bella Sophia Chocolates, whose handcrafted creations were recently seen at the Oscars and the Emmys parties
- Hang out at the newly renovated Treehouse on PCH, offering unrivaled views above the Pacific, whimsical décor and a new cocktail program featuring seasonal ingredients with a coastal flare
- Dive into seasonal flavors with quarterly Chef’s Table Dinners at Pacific Hideaway, with each course paired with a handcrafted cocktail
