Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Los Angeles,
CA
Venice
Los Angeles,
CA
Neighborhoods
Venice
Salt air, street art, and a permanent vacation state of mind
About the Neighborhood
Living in Venice
Venice is a beachside neighborhood on Los Angeles’ Westside, with a free-spirited, creative character. Abbot Kinney Boulevard is lined with local eateries such as Gjelina, The Butcher’s Daughter, and Felix Trattoria, along with boutiques and coffee shops. Residents can stroll the Venice Canals Historic District, walk the two-mile Venice Beach Boardwalk, and work out at the open-air gym at Muscle Beach Venice. The Venice Beach Skatepark sits just steps from the sand, with a concrete bowl and street course that draws skaters and spectators alike. Venice offers residents beach access, creative culture, and an active outdoor lifestyle.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice Canals
Community
What Neighbors Say
What I love about Venice is that it has a personality all its own, where historic beach cottages, beautiful walk streets, modern architecture, and an eclectic dining and arts scene come together. Every pocket of Venice feels a little different, and that’s what makes exploring its real estate so interesting.
Venice Boardwalk provides one of the most diverse experiences you will encounter that provides entertainment, shopping, rooftop vibes, great food and home of Muscle Beach & The Venice Canal! Just down the way is the famous Abbott & Kinney street dubbed as the “Coolest Block in America,” which features vibrant outdoor street murals, historic century-old bungalows, First Fridays food truck event, international flagship stores, beach style boutiques, incredible chef restaurants and much more!
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
83
Walk Score
87
Bike Score
51
Transit Score
Education
Schools
Broadway Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Venice Senior High School
Public · Grades 9–12
Mark Twain Middle School and World Languages Magnet
Public · Grades 6–8
Beethoven Street Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Getting Around
Public Transit
UCLA - Marina del Rey (Route 18)
Bus
CE437A
Bus
Lincoln Blvd/LAX (Route 3)
Bus
Metro Local Line (Route 108)
Bus
Metro Local Line (Route 33)
Bus
Washington Boulevard (Route CC 1)
Bus
Main St & Santa Monica Blvd/UCLA (Route 1)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Venice located in Los Angeles?
Venice can be found on Los Angeles’ Westside along the Pacific Ocean, with Santa Monica to the north and Marina del Rey to the south.
Is Venice a good neighborhood to live in Los Angeles?
Venice is a lively beachside neighborhood with a strong creative culture, an outdoor lifestyle, and a wide range of dining. The Boardwalk, canals, and beach bike path give residents plenty of places to walk, cycle, and exercise, while Abbot Kinney Boulevard offers boutiques and cafes. Many everyday stops, from the beach to restaurants, are within walking distance of each other.
What is Venice, Los Angeles known for?
The Boardwalk, the canals, and a creative spirit have made Venice one of Los Angeles’ most recognizable beach communities. The neighborhood dates to 1905, when developer Abbot Kinney built canals modeled on Venice, Italy, and Muscle Beach Venice has been an outdoor weightlifting facility since 1963.
How far is Venice from downtown Los Angeles?
Venice is located about 14 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles.
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