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Hermosa Beach Guided Audio Walking Tour

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Location: Los Angeles, United States
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Product code: 144520P1


Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Hermosa Beach Pier, 1 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-3731We'll take a walk out onto the pier and learn about Hermosa's early history and people, from the local Native American Tongva tribe, to the area's settlers. You'll see a photo taken 100 years ago and stand in the exact spot it was taken. Listen to a 94 year old surfer, Tommy Rice describe what it was like to be a surfing pioneer and sleep under the pier where you stand. Then you'll hear about how swing music came to Hermosa and changed this town forever. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Lighthouse Cafe, 30 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, USAYou'll hear the story of how a struggling musician and a down on his luck gambler transformed a dive bar in 1949 into one of THE most happening jazz clubs west of Chicago. Hear the stories from the people who were here in the 50's. From Miles Davis, Chet Baker, Dizzy Gillespie, all the greats played The Lighthouse. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Abigaile Restaurant and Brewery, 1301 Manhattan Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, USAVisit the location that was "The Church", where hardcore punk rock was born in the late 70's. You'll hear from voices like Keith Morris from Black Flag who lived and practiced there and Jim Lindberg from Pennywise. See photos of the punk scene from photographer, "Spot'. Duration: 10 minutes
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Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Wheelchair accessible,Stroller accessible,Service animals allowed,Near public transportation,Transportation is wheelchair accessible,Surfaces are wheelchair accessible,Most travelers can participate,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons,plenty of room for social distancing on this tour.
Inclusions:
Lunch - Tour takers can join me after our walk at a Restaurant on the Pier, will offer you 1 complimentary drink (alcoholic or non) with any item on the menu!,Download the free app and Hermosa Audio Tour,1 Speaker per group tour
Exclusions:
Smart phone and headphones or earbuds,Entry/Admission - Hermosa Beach Pier,Entry/Admission - The Lighthouse Cafe,Entry/Admission - Abigaile Restaurant and Brewery

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