Thalia Street Beach

Located just blocks from Downtown Laguna Beach, Thalia Street Beach is stunning. With its glistening turquoise waters, pristine beige sand, and picturesque beachside bluffs, Thalia Beach is the epitome of California beach paradise. To get to here, park at the metered spots on Thalia Street and Glenneyre Street and walk down a flight of concrete stairs.

What makes Thalia special is that it’s perfect for the adventurer. Skim boarders and paddlers flock to Thalia for its temperate waves, which are safe and enjoyable. And above all else, Thalia is a destination for surfers of all experience levels. Beginners love Thalia for its gentle waves at the shore, while experienced surfers venture out deep into the water for Thalia’s exhilarating and intense peeling-right.

Although Thalia Street Beach is one of Laguna Beach’s most naturally beautiful beaches, it’s not for everyone. Families and swimmers are better off visiting nearby Anita Beach, which is located south of Thalia and allows swimming and bodyboarding. And sunbathers prefer a beach with a wider bed of sand, as during high tide its sand is almost completely submerged.

Although Thalia Street Beach is one of Laguna Beach’s most naturally beautiful beaches, it’s not for everyone. Families and swimmers are better off visiting nearby Anita Beach, which is located south of Thalia and allows swimming and bodyboarding. And sunbathers prefer a beach with a wider bed of sand, as during high tide its sand is almost completely submerged.

Once the sun sets and cravings set in, Thalia Street Beach is just steps from the best of Laguna Beach’s local restaurants. For authentic Creole fine dining, beachgoers head to Roux Creole Cuisine, which offers decadent Jambalaya and Gumbo with Andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp. The local favorite is known for its Catfish Orleans, which is sautéed in olive oil and served with Lump Crab, steamy sauce, and herb rice. Prefer a dining experience with an incredible beachside atmosphere? Visit The Cliff, a local spot serving top-notch seafood and American comfort food from its rooftop, which offers guests panoramic ocean views.

For beachgoers looking to spend the night by Thalia Street Beach, Laguna Beach’s local hotels offer comfortable stays in paradise. Beachgoers love the Holiday Inn Laguna Beach, an affordable hotel with spacious rooms and a prime location just steps from Downtown Laguna Beach. And for a more luxurious experience, the Laguna Riviera Beach Resort is a stunning boutique resort with quaint rooms and ocean views.