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Ships dock at Los Angeles World Cruise Center. These are the stops worth your time, timed on foot from the terminal.

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Where ships dock

One cruise terminal.

  • Los Angeles World Cruise Center

Walkable from the pier

Walk times from Los Angeles World Cruise Center.

  1. 4min

    Battleship USS Iowa

    Historic World War II naval flagship berthed steps from the terminal

  2. 7min

    Colossus

    Woman-owned bakery specializing in sourdough bread and seasonal pastries

  3. 8min

    John S Gibson Junior Park

    Lush green space alongside the harbor channel

  4. 9min

    Piazza Miramare

    European-inspired plaza near the waterfront promenade

  5. 10min

    San Pedro Fish Market

    Home of the world famous shrimp tray

  6. 10min

    Hojas Tea House

    Artisanal loose-leaf teas and specialty blended drinks

  7. 11min

    Buono's Pizzeria

    Italian restaurant in San Pedro

  8. 11min

    La Bocca Felice

    Intimate dining spot featuring rustic Italian dishes

  9. 12min

    Kalaveras

    Vibrant venue for bold Mexican flavors, colorful cocktails, and live events

  10. 12min

    Baramee Thai Restaurant

    Authentic Thai restaurant in San Pedro

  11. 12min

    Happy Diner

    Friendly neighborhood diner for hearty American breakfast staples

  12. 12min

    La Siciliana

    Authentic Sicilian and Italian restaurant in San Pedro

  13. 12min

    KoRyu Ramen San Pedro

    Casual ramen restaurant home to the Ko Ryu Spicy Challenge

  14. 12min

    Ticktocker Thrift Shop

    Charming boutique charity shop with vintage finds

  15. 12min

    Delizioso Bakery

    Local Italian bakery crafting fresh breads and sweet treats

  16. 12min

    Sebastian's Mediterranean Cuisine

    Fresh Mediterranean kebabs, dips, and grilled specialties

  17. 12min

    Senfuku Japannese Restaurant

    Cozy, traditional Japanese sushi bar and kitchen

  18. 13min

    Niko's Pizzeria

    Casual pizza counter serving slices and hot subs

  19. 13min

    Distrito Coffee

    San Pedro spot for coffee, teas, and pastries

  20. 13min

    P M Sounds

    San Pedro shop for vinyl, jazz, and vintage treasures

  21. 14min

    JDC Records

    Independent record store serving vinyl since 1977

  22. 14min

    Sweet Susie Candy Shop

    San Pedro candy store for gummies and novelty sweets

  23. 14min

    San Pedro Plaza Park

    Hillside park overlooking the main channel and port terminals

  24. 15min

    Rafaello Ristorante

    Warm white-tablecloth Italian dining downtown

  25. 17min

    Beacon House Thrift Shop

    Mission-based thrift shop supporting men's recovery

  26. 19min

    CVS Pharmacy

    Convenient pharmacy for toiletries, snacks, and travel essentials

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Hidden gems

Worth finding if you have an hour spare.

  1. 9min

    Los Angeles Maritime Museum

    Fascinating regional maritime exhibits in a historic 1941 ferry terminal

  2. 23min

    Gaffey Street Community Gardens

    Lush community oasis tucked along Gaffey Street

  3. Ride

    Sunken City (San Pedro)

    Cliffside ruins of a 1929 neighborhood claimed by the sea

  4. Ride

    Point Fermin Lighthouse

    Picturesque 1874 Victorian stick-style lighthouse on ocean bluffs

More ports nearby: Long Beach, Avalon (Catalina Island), San Diego, Ensenada, San Francisco.