{"id":2220,"date":"2012-01-10T23:24:54","date_gmt":"2012-01-10T23:24:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/offmetro.com\/sf\/?p=2220"},"modified":"2017-04-29T00:31:21","modified_gmt":"2017-04-29T00:31:21","slug":"things-to-do-huntington-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ca\/2220\/things-to-do-huntington-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Getaway: Endless Summer in Huntington Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"

Think Huntington Beach and “Surf City USA” is usually the first thing that comes to mind (second being any and all Abercrombie ads). But this seaside city of spectacular, uninterrupted coastline has more to offer than just beach babes and surfer dudes. In addition to Southern California’s famous Mediterranean climate that affords outdoor activities galore, Huntington is home to splendid sunsets, miles of gorgeous nature trails, and a friendly, laid-back lifestyle. Here, your guide to a sunny weekend getaway to Huntington Beach.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Things to do:<\/strong>
\n1. Watch the sunset. Cozy up with Sunset Gondola<\/a> <\/strong>for a romantic twilight cruise up the coast. (16370 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, sunsetgondola.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

2. Take a hike. The wetlands in the Bolsa Chica Conservancy<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>abound with wildlife and easy nature trails. (3842 Warner Avenue Huntington Beach, bolsachica.org<\/a>)<\/p>\n

3. Saddle up. Go horseback riding at the\u00a0Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center<\/a><\/strong>, which offers beginner Horse Play Rentals. (18381 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach, hcpec.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Where to eat:<\/strong>
\n1. Spice up your life with a Mediterranean meal at\u00a0Green Rice Kabob<\/strong><\/a>. The well-loved hummus goes well with the menu’s traditional Persian dishes. (17441 Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach,\u00a0greenricekabob.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

2. Shed your casual beach wear for a fancy night out at\u00a0Shades Restaurant<\/a> and Bar<\/strong>, where you can sit among palm trees on the patio and watch the sun dip below\u00a0the Pacific. (21100 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach,\u00a0waterfrontresort.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

3. Get Zen (and fresh sushi!) at the tranquil\u00a0Matsu Restaurant<\/strong><\/a>. \u00a0(18035 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach,\u00a0www.matsusogood.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Where to sleep:<\/strong>
\n1. Go all out at The Waterfront Beach Resort<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(from$249 a night). Bask in endless summer with beach life and lush amenities at your fingertips. (21100 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, waterfrontresort.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

2. Soak up some of Surf City\u2019s chic luxury at the Shorebreak Hotel<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>(from $189 a night). Fire pit access and a complimentary wine hour are just a few of this upscale hotel\u2019s unique options. (500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, shorebreakhotel.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

3. On a budget? Rest up and save cash at the Huntington Surf Inn<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(from $100 a night). Situated mere steps away from the beach, this small property offers comfortable, creatively decorated rooms at affordable rates . (720 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, huntingtonsurfinn.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Directions<\/strong>
\nYou can fly into John Wayne Airport (20 minutes away) or Long Beach Airport (30 minutes away). The drive from San Francisco to Huntington Beach takes just under eight hours. Once there, it’s easy to get around car-free. See our guide to getting around<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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